SSAA National Hunter Championships

The 2016 SSAA National Hunter Championships were held at Dairyville Range in Coffs Harbour from September 17 to 20. There were 44 competitors on Saturday in the Light Rimfire and 53 on Sunday for the Heavy Rimfire, which was an excellent result. The Centrefire was not quite as well supported, with 16 shooters on Monday and 27 on Tuesday, but this was still an encouraging turn-out.

Competition was fierce during the gathering, with very close scores and centrals often being the decider. Local shooter Ian Thompson shot a perfect 500 in the Heavy Centrefire event. Seven Juniors competed, some over the full four days and others for two. All prize winners had mementoes presented to them by Rod Madeley, who represented the host branch.

The weather was pleasant with variable winds, which is the norm for Dairyville. The rain held off until the action had finished on Tuesday, which was a blessing.

Thank you to all who competed for making for a great four days. Thanks also to those who helped at the shoot. Without your assistance, these events would not be able to go ahead.