SHOTGUN SPORTS AUSTRALIA
The Australian Open Championship is set to become one of the premier events on the national shooting calendar. Hosted by Mudgee Sporting Clays, this flagship competition brings together shooters from across Australia for four days of world class target presentations, and an unforgettable championship experience.
This inaugural event will feature course design by Jamie Peckham (UK) one of the most respected target setters in the sport. Jamie is a recognised FITASC offical and international course designer, setting multiple World and European Sporting and FITASC Championships, as well as collaborating with Promatic on advanced trap development.
The Australian Open Championship is shaping up to be an unmissable highlight of the shooting calendar. A new era for our sport begins here.
About The Event
The Championship features a 300 target main event, shot over two days with 150 targets per day. To give competitors greater flexibility, there is the option of shooting on either Thursday/Friday, or Saturday/Sunday, with three rotations per day allowing shooters to nominate the schedule that best suits them.
With a format designed to showcase the very best in Sporting Clays, this inaugural championship promises exciting competition, a fair and challenging course, and an atmosphere that celebrates the sport at its highest level.
The Event
There will be two events running concurrently in conjunction with the Main Event.
Australian Open Sporting Clays Championship – Main Event 300 Targets – Entry $450
Thursday 26th / Friday 27th February 2026 Three rotations per day
Saturday 28th Feb / Sunday 1st March 2026. Three rotations per day
Side Event – Beretta Sporting 100 – Entry $150 (Re-Entry Option)
Daily from Thursday 26th February- Sunday 1st March
Side Event – Hull Pro One English Sporting Challenge – Entry $150 (Re-entry option)
Daily from Thursday 26th February- Sunday 1st March
PILLA POOL SHOOT – $20 PER ROUND
Nominations
Nominations for these events will be run by MCMS, use the link below, or go to the MCMS APP
OVERSEAS COMPETITORS
If your membership organisation is not recognised by MCMS, please email info@myclubsmyscores.com or info@shotgunsportsaustralia.com.au and message with your name, organisation, membership number, and registered email. MCMS will add you to the database and complete the linking process.
Overseas Competitors – Important Information on Importation of a Firearm into Australia please click on this link.
prize pool
MAIN EVENT – AAA, AA, A, B, C, Ladies & Seniors
HIGH GUN – $10,000 AUD
Payouts Per Grade
- 1st – $3000
- 2nd – $2000
- 3rd – $1000
- 4th – $500
- 5th – $250
FLASH TARGETS 100 Random Flash Targets @ $100 each
SIDE EVENTS$2,550 / Day x 4 Days = $10,200 Per Side Event
WINNER 60% OF POOL
RUNNER UP 40% OF POOL
2 X SHOTGUN PRIZES + $15,000 WORTH OF AMMO + GIVEAWAYS
BERETTA 688 BLACK SPORTER
FABARM N2RS ELOS O/U SPORTER
1 X PROMATIC TRAP
2 X PILLA OUTLAW LENSES
1 X PAIR OF TEAGUE CHOKES
Event Sponsors & Partners
VISITOR INFORMATION
ACCOMMODATION
Mudgee is a highly regarded tourist destination, conveniently located within close proximity to Sydney. The region offers a diverse range of accommodation options, including Boutique Hotels, Motels, Guesthouses, Airbnbs, and Pubs, catering to a variety of preferences and budgets.
Due to consistently high demand, particularly during weekends and peak holiday periods, accommodation in Mudgee is often booked well in advance. We strongly recommend securing your accommodation early to ensure availability. Here are some links to help you in your search – Visit NSW – Mudgee and Visit Mudgee Region.
CAMPING will also be available at the club – $10 per night per tent / caravan
For other camping / caravan options close to the range, please use this link.
If you have any questions or require more information please email info@shotgunsportsaustralia.com.au.
EVENT LOCATION:
Mudgee Sporting Clays
Windamere Regional Shooting Complex
8863 Castlereagh Hwy, Cudgegong NSW 2850