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IPSC Australia and IPSC South Australia are proud to host the 2026 IPSC Australia National Handgun Championships at Adelaide Pistol and Shooting Club (APSC), 882 Mallala Road, Korunye, SA 5501.
Our official major match sponsor is Grycol International.
Match registration will be available via ECM.
https://portal.ipscess.org/portal
Please ensure you log in to ECM prior to commencing your registration and that all required fields are completed in full. Once the initial online registration is submitted, competitors will be directed to the payment webpage, where they can finalise payment for the match entry, Official Match Ammunition, match shirts, and the presentation dinner.
Key registration information is outlined below:
Final day to order match shirts: Sunday, 29 March 2026. After this date, orders paid by credit card only for $80.00 (including $10 postage and packaging) may be placed at registration. These orders will be delivered as part of a second production run, subject to sufficient demand.
Absolute last day for match entries of any type, no exceptions: Sunday, 19 April 2026. There will be no refunds after this date.
IPSC(SA) is pleased to partner with Winchester Australia to supply Official Match Ammunition for the 2026 IPSC Australia National Handgun Championships.
Only 9mm minor power factor ammunition will be available to purchase. No other calibres or power factor options will be available.
The following 9mm minor power factor option will be offered, priced at $30.00 (GST inclusive) per box of 50:
Depending on the individual handgun, competitors can expect the 125 gr HSBC Round Nose to produce a power factor of approximately 126–130.
Celebrating 50 years of IPSC!
IPSC(SA) and Winchester are excited to provide a specially marked IPSC 50th Anniversary lockable ammo can (capacity 600 rounds) for competitors to purchase. Normal RRP $49.99, the exclusive event price is: $25.00 (GST inclusive)
Ammunition purchased from IPSC(SA) will be designated as Official Match Ammunition in accordance with Rule 5.8 of the IPSC Rule Book. As such, it will be exempt from chronograph testing, subject to Rules 5.8.1.1 to 5.8.1.5. Ammunition not purchased directly from IPSC(SA) is not eligible for the provisions of Rule 5.8.1. This applies even if the ammunition appears, in all practical respects, to be identical to the Official Match Ammunition.
Competitors may pre-order Official Match Ammunition and/or the ammo can through the payment webpage, which will be sent following completion of initial online match registration via ECM.
Competitors can access discounted accommodation at the Mawson Lakes Hotel, 10 Main Street, Mawson Lakes, SA 5095 (https://mawsonlakeshotel.com.au/), by booking directly with reception and quoting the code IPSC.
Please note that discounts are not available for bookings made through third-party websites such as Booking.com, Wotif, or Qantas, etc. To receive the discount, bookings must be made by phone or email directly with the hotel.
Conveniently situated, the hotel is approximately 30 minutes from the range and 15 minutes from the awards dinner venue.
Rooms are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend booking early.
Registration and gun check will take place at APSC on 12 May 2026 (times TBC), unless alternative arrangements have been made with match officials.
For any registrations outside this time, please contact the Match Director, Steve Brown, in advance.
The shooting format will be split shift (rotating AM and PM). Squadding and shift allocation will be announced closer to the match.
The awards dinner will be held at the Donato Reception Centre (62 Humphries Terrace, Kilkenny, SA 5009) on the evening of Saturday, 16 May (time TBC). A strict dress standard (smart casual) will be enforced, and no shooting shirts, jeans, or thongs will be permitted.
Match shirts will be available for pre-order/purchase during online match registration via ECM at a cost of $70 each.
For shirt sizing, please refer to the manufacturer’s sizing guide:
For Match Shirt sizes not specifically listed (eg Kids size, Mens 6XL, etc) please select and purchase the nearest listed size and email the match organisers on 2026.handgun.championships@ipsc.org.au stating your actual requirements and they can be procured for you.
Visitors from other states or territories in Australia may not need a visitor’s licence, as long as they hold an interstate licence recognised in South Australia. If you are visiting South Australia from another state or territory, your interstate licence is mutually recognised provided:
International visitors to South Australia must apply for an International Visitors Permit authorising the possession and use of a firearm for competitive shooting in South Australia. For more information on International Visitors Permits, please visit the South Australia Police website: Do I need a permit?
The information above is provided as a general guide only. Visitors are responsible for confirming their own permit and licensing requirements before travelling to South Australia with firearms.
Here is an International Competitor Invitation Letter, which you may use to support your application or permit to travel to Australia with firearms and/or ammunition.
2026 IPSC Australia National Handgun Championships – International Invitation Letter.docx
The letter is provided as a Word document, enabling you to complete the relevant sections (indicated by angle brackets [< >]) with your personal details (e.g., name and passport number).
All enquiries for your entry should be sent to the Match Director, Steve Brown (brown.steve@outlook.com.au).
Typical arrangements will be in place for Range Officers accommodation, entry to the event, catering, and the awards dinner. Transport to and from the airport/range will also be available if required.
Please contact Robert Hatswell (robhatswell@yahoo.com; 0428 527 200) to discuss the options available for match sponsorships.
Full metal jacket projectiles are permitted be used at APSC. Jacketed hollow points, lead, copper washed, and copper plated projectiles (e.g. Frontier, Tiger Shark, Campro, etc.) are also acceptable.
To purchase match ammunition, see: Official Match Ammunition
Camping is available at the range; however sites are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
To book a campsite, please email Philip Wegener at camping@apsc.org.au and specify whether you require a powered or unpowered site. Please note that camping is only permitted with a confirmed booking, and all bookings must be made via email only.
Practice ranges will be available at Torrens Valley Pistol Club (Park Road, Riverlea Park, SA 5120; approximately 15 minutes from APSC) from 10th – 12th May 2026 only.
Range times are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. To book a practice session, please contact Peter Ellery at petere@austcomm.com. Please note that use of the practice ranges is strictly via bookings only.
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