Big Game Rifle competitors returned to Victoria for the second year running to contest the National Championship. The hosting club (the Big Game Rifle Club of Victoria, or BGRC Vic) had shortened the event to a one day event and reduced the course of fire, plus made a few other changes in recognition of the current shortage of ammunition and components. While some felt “short changed” in only having a days shooting, despite having travelled from interstate, the event was still earnestly contested and enjoyed by all. “Better than not having an event” was also a comment overheard. In the eventual roundup of results Graeme Wright came out on top adding to his already impressive list of National championships (eight I think) and also to his earlier win in the international Big Game Rifle shoot held in August in Darwin. However it was definietely a close fought match, as Mark Hibbert was only 2.2% behind. Top ten results are uploaded, as well as some photos. Story By Mark Hibbert – BGR National Disciplie Chair.

Results:
1.) Graeme Wright 352.9%
2.) Mark HIbbert 350.7%
3.) Bob Christopher 344.3%
4.) Bill Poynton 331.3%
5.) Matt Schmidt & Ben Doherty (tied on 327.8%)

Individual Event Winners
Specail Snap Winner-  Ben Doherty
Group 1 Winner – Graeme Wright
Stalking Double rifle Winner – Bob Christopher Black Powder Express Winner – Milosh Karguljac Group 2 Winner – Bob Christopher Stopping Double Rifle Winner – Ben Doherty Bore Guns Winner – Bill Poynton Group 3 Winner – Mark Hibbert