SSAA Queensland members must adhere to the following basic ethical requirements, which is our Code of Conduct. Any breach of these requirements may result in suspension of membership or expulsion from the Association.

  • Respect all fellow members, range officers, volunteers, visitors, employees of the Association and members of the public.
  • Follow all range rules and standing orders.
  • Obey government firearm legislations and regulations.
  • Undertake to display the good image of the sport and the Association.
  • Support an ethical attitude to game management and wildlife conservation.
  • Encourage new shooters, both young and old, to acquire good knowledge of safe firearms ownership, all of which is the hallmark of a sporting shooter.

Social Media Policy

SSAA Queensland realises that a significant number of members are involved within a social media community (such as Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, SnapChat, etc.).

It is important to know and understand that all information exchanged within social media networks online or otherwise is within the public domain, and the difference between personal and public information is not always clear. It is also important to remember that information posted on social network sites can be easily traced and accessed at any time.

The purpose of these guidelines is to recommend a minimum standard regarding social media participation and use by members of SSAA Queensland.

Refrain from Disparaging Comments

When participating in social media networks online or otherwise, members of SSAA Queensland are asked not to make personal comments that may bring SSAA (Qld.) Inc. into disrepute.

Avoid Unjust Criticism

Members of SSAA Queensland are advised not to unfairly/unjustly criticise SSAA Queensland, its directors, employees, or volunteers when participating in social media networks.

Do Not Imply Endorsement by SSAA Queensland

When participating in social media networks online or otherwise, members of SSAA Queensland should not imply that any personal comments are endorsed in any way by SSAA Queensland.

Respectful Online Behaviour

Members of SSAA Queensland are advised/asked not to participate in social media networks in such a way that harasses, discriminates against, or treats unfairly or inappropriately any other person.

Breaches of the SSAA (Qld.) Inc. Social Media Policy or Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action by SSAA Queensland.

Please note: This policy may change at the discretion of SSAA (Qld.) Inc.