Oceania Championship Finale Oceania Cup - Sporting - Australia (April 2013)

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Sporting

200 targets

Participants

31 /200

Start

Apr 26, 2013, 10:00

Europe/Kiev (UTC+3)

End

Apr 28, 2013, 10:00

Europe/Kiev (UTC+3)

Until competition start

0 days

Location

Balliang East, Australia

Status

Registration closed

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Results

Winners

TOP 3

Overall

BROWN Christopher

187

BROWN Christopher

187

IRONS Brenton

SO +23

184

IRONS Brenton

SO +23

184

DEADMAN Brian

SO +20

184

DEADMAN Brian

SO +20

184

Category Man

BROWN Christopher

187

IRONS Brenton

SO +23

184

DEADMAN Brian

SO +20

184

Category Ladies

BIRGAN Renae

168

KELLY Norris

165

JOHNSTONE Vicki

153

Category Junior

GIBBS Jack

SO +19

165

KIVENEN Cameron

SO +22

165

MACKENZIE Jacob

164

Category Senior

MACPHERSON Colin

168

BRYANT Rod

163

MAGEE Eddie

160

Category Veteran

CUMBERLAND Warwick

160

BARKER Colin

155

ARGILLA John

153

About competition

The 25th Sporting Championship of Oceania was the absolute pinnacle regional clay target shooting tournament for the Sporting discipline (Parcours de chasse) in the Oceania region for 2013. Staged from April 26th to April 28th, 2013, this milestone silver anniversary edition brought together elite international and domestic marksmen to face a demanding multi-target championship course at the world-class Geelong Sporting Clays Range in East Balliang, Australia.

Event Highlights & Structural Parameters

Operating under the official international framework of the 2013 global tournament calendar, this championship combined premier Australian outdoor shooting infrastructure with strict international regulatory bodies:

Sanctioning Architecture: The competition operated under the direct international authority of FITASC (Fédération Internationale de Tir aux Armes Sportives de Chasse), certifying that all course layouts, weapon parameters, and target trajectories met absolute tier-1 international sporting standards.
Global Selection Standings: Staged as an active, point-scoring qualification window for both the prestigious international Beretta FITASC Cups circuit and the worldwide Fiocchi FITASC World Rankings.
Corporate & Technical Backing: The tournament featured heavy technical and promotional support from global industry giants Beretta, Fiocchi, and Promatic, anchoring the automated trap machinery and premium ammunition logistics for the championship.

1. Full Event Program & Schedule

The extensive three-day championship timeline distributed the high-stakes qualification course across advanced multi-field natural bushland layouts:

April 25th (Thursday): Arrival of international and domestic delegations, team squadding confirmation, official shooter registry check-in, weapon compliance safety checks, and the opening of warm-up training lines.
April 26th (Friday): Oceania Championship – Day 1 | Commencement of the initial qualification rounds over specialized outdoor field grids.
April 27th (Saturday): Oceania Championship – Day 2 | Continued qualification flights designed to test long-range target tracking and reflex speed.
April 28th (Sunday): Oceania Championship – Final Day | Concluding course rotations followed immediately by international tie-breaking shoot-offs (barrages).
April 28th (Sunday): Official Awards and Closing Ceremony | Staged late afternoon at the main clubhouse pavilion to honor individual, category, and national team continental champions.

2. Venue Profile & Logistical Location Details

All local operations, shooting tracks, and daily layouts were hosted by the specialized regional authority:

Host Venue: Geelong Sporting Clays Range Mortons Rd., East Balliang, Victoria, Australia

The Geelong facility offers an expansive multi-field layout highly optimized for high-performance international Sporting presentations, presenting highly challenging target trajectories against rich, natural Australian backdrops.

3. Organizing Committee Contact Information

The executive management team responsible for registry coordination, ammunition pre-orders, and international customs entry forms for firearms maintained the following direct communication channels:

Executive Event Coordinator: Ray McFarlane
Primary Telephone Support: +61 (0)3 5250 2327
Administrative Fax Line: +61 (0)3 5250 2173
Official Operations Email: raymcf@pipeline.com.au

Shooting Ground

Geelong Clay Target Club

Balliang East, Australia

Geelong Clay Target Club, located in the Little River region, is a premier, highly equipped shooting facility affiliated with the ACTA and VCTA. Known for its excellent infrastructure, the club caters to a wide demographic, ranging from beginners looking to try the sport to elite professional teams preparing for international competitions. A key historical highlight of the venue is its reputation for perfect visual geometry; it is the site where Olympic champion Russell Mark set an unprecedented national record in 1990 by hitting 288 consecutive Double Rise targets.

The club boasts extensive, automated facilities designed to support multiple shooting disciplines. The open, flat terrain and varying wind conditions create challenging, unpredictable target trajectories that are highly valued by professional athletes for honing their reflexes. Key facility features include:

4 Down the Line (DTL) traps, an ISSF Olympic Trap, a Skeet layout, and 5 Stand Sporting Clays setups.
A dedicated practice area featuring at least 5 automated machines that offer varying target difficulties.
A spacious clubhouse with a fully catered canteen, a bar, and an on-site ammunition store.
Strict environmental protocols, including the use of mechanized sweepers for collecting spent wads.

Training at the club is structured to accommodate all skill levels, with a particular focus on accessibility and safety. Beginners can utilize the practice stands and receive comprehensive instruction without needing a prior firearms license. During these coached sessions, all necessary equipment—including club shotguns, hearing protection, safety glasses, and shooting vests—is provided completely free of charge. The club's coaching network also includes ISSF 'A' class instructors, ensuring top-tier skill development for advanced shooters.

Geelong Clay Target Club is an active hub for the local and state shooting community, regularly hosting ratings tournaments, corporate events, and family-friendly days. The venue is highly versatile and fits several key audiences:

Novices and Families: Offers a safe, low-barrier entry environment with free protective gear and professional coaching.
Professional Athletes: World-class Olympic layouts combined with complex wind conditions provide an ideal training ground.
Corporate Groups and Teams: The large infrastructure and catered clubhouse make it a popular choice for team-building events and group bookings.

To ensure the sport remains accessible, the club maintains an affordable pricing structure for both practice and professional events. Standard practice rounds are priced at $12.50 for 25 targets, or $5.00 for a shorter 10-target session. On competition days, the full tournament entry fee is $70.00 for adults, $60.00 for ladies and veterans, and $40.00 for juniors, with a $2.00 optional jackpot.

Working Hours:

Monday – Thursday: Closed (available only for pre-arranged corporate or group bookings).
Friday: Open for scheduled practice sessions.
Saturday – Sunday: Open for competition events (DTL and Skeet competitions are typically held on the second Saturday of the month) and arranged weekend practice.

444 Moretons Road, Balliang East, VIC 3340, Australia

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Oceania Championship Finale Oceania Cup - Sporting - Australia (April 2013)

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Event Highlights & Structural Parameters

1. Full Event Program & Schedule

2. Venue Profile & Logistical Location Details

3. Organizing Committee Contact Information

Geelong Clay Target Club

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