Ozzie Reviews Q & A - Episode #64 (Say hi to my cattle!)

Published on August 10, 2022
Duration: 18:47

This Q&A session from Ozzie Reviews covers various firearms-related topics relevant to Australian shooters, particularly in Queensland. Key discussions include legal storage of firearms and ammunition, requirements for obtaining Cat H and AB licenses, the legality of hunting feral pests on public land in Queensland, and advice on advocating for shooter rights. The video emphasizes the importance of joining organizations like the Shooters Union and engaging with local politicians to protect firearm ownership rights.

Quick Summary

In Queensland, licensed shooters can store up to 15 kilos of powder on land up to two hectares, and up to 30 kilos on land over two hectares, as per the Explosives Regulation. Firearms and ammunition must be transported separately in locked containers, with firearms secured in a locked boot or case.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & What's New
  2. 01:42Shotgun Choke Recommendation (Adler B230T)
  3. 02:35Alternate Firearms Storage Addresses (QLD)
  4. 03:54Powder & Primer Storage Limits (QLD)
  5. 05:32Transporting Firearms & Ammunition
  6. 06:38Hunting Feral Pests on Public Land (QLD)
  7. 08:05Skill Exchange for Rural Shooting Access
  8. 09:48Encouraging Urbanites to Own Firearms
  9. 10:23Cat H vs. AB License Requirements (QLD)
  10. 13:22Advocating for Shooter Rights & Politicians
  11. 17:37Conclusion & Patreon Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the legal storage limits for powder and primers in Queensland?

In Queensland, licensed shooters can store up to 15 kilos of powder on land up to two hectares. For properties exceeding two hectares, the maximum storage limit for powder increases to 30 kilos. These limits are governed by the Explosives Regulation.

How should firearms and ammunition be transported in Queensland?

When transporting firearms and ammunition in Queensland, they must be stored separately and in different locked containers. Firearms require a locked boot or lockable container, while ammunition must also be secured and kept out of sight to comply with regulations.

What are the requirements for obtaining a Cat H license in Queensland?

To get a Cat H license in Queensland, you need a statement of eligibility, complete a safety course, join a pistol club, and undergo a six-month probation period with three competition shoots. Post-probation, six mandatory competition shoots annually are required.

Can you hunt feral pests on state forests in Queensland?

Currently, hunting feral pests on state forests in Queensland is not legally permitted. This is a point of contention, with the speaker contrasting Queensland's restrictions with the public land hunting allowances in other Australian states like New South Wales.

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