Where can firearms be used in Western Australia?
I’ll give you the official reply straight from the firearms section of the WA police site: “Q: Can I hunt on Crown Land? No. Hunting anywhere other than on private property is difficult in Western Australia without the support of authorities. Section 267 (2)(h) of the Land Administration Act 1997 prohibits the discharge of any firearm or other weapon on Crown Land. Duck hunting is not permitted in Western Australia.” I know your not hunting, but this section of the act prohibits even paper plinking on public land. I believe some states over East allow shooting on public land, but they would have strict conditions (Seasons, restricted areas to shoot, the wearing of bright clothing, no shooting at night etc.). Western Australia doesn’t have any conditions because your not allowed to shoot anyway. Basically, you will need permission from the landowner to shoot on his land, and it is not too hard to set this up safely on a few acres with an air rifle. Crown land has special requirements. M
