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VK7 Amateur Radio News 03May26
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VK7 AMATEUR RADIO NEWS
SUNDAY 3rd May 2026
Welcome to the VK7 Amateur Radio News for the 3rd day of May 2026, your gateway to whatâ€Ös happening across the airwaves in Tasmania and beyond.
Coming to you from the Tasmanian Amateur Radio News Desk is Idris, VK7ZIR with the latest updates, stories, and insights from our amateur radio community.
Weâ€Öre broadcasting far and wide thanks to our dedicated team:
DMR Talk Group 5 & D-Star Reflector 91C via the Digital Group
MF & HF relays:
1.860 MHz – Any Takers
3.670 MHz – Garry, VK7JGD
7.140 MHz – Ross, VK7ALH
14.130 MHz – Any Takers
28.525 MHz – Mark, VK7FMAC
And locally in Hobart on UHF CB Ch.24 - Mark VK7FMAC and HFCB24 with Luke (no Callsign).
Missed it live? Catch the replay Tuesday 8pm on repeaters VK7RAA (North), VK7RHT, and on UHFCB24/HFCB24 (South).
Stay tuned, and enjoy the news!
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RAOTC News
Broadcast for May 2026
Further to that mentioned on the WIA National News, this is another reminder about the RAOTC broadcast for Monday the 4th of May 2026 at 8 pm local time; thatâ€Ös tomorrow night for those listening on Sunday.
The first item is an article researched by Ron, VK3AFW on radiation from mobile phone towers. Ron quotes from research conducted by the British Mobile Telecommunication Research Program. Their conclusions are worth hearing.
The main item was prepared from an article in OTN News by John VK3MK; it features the memoirs of Winston, VK7EM, titled My Amateur Television Life. This describes the huge amount of work Winston put into building everything including cameras, transmitters and receive down converters. His transmissions were seen in VK3 and VK5. Winston still holds an ATV DX record.
Listen at 8 pm Monday, local time, over the VK7RAA/VK7RHT state-wide network or at about 8:30pm as a telecast on VK7AX ‘Spectrum Tasmaniaâ€Ö via the BATC membersâ€Ö stream or in the Ulverstone area on 445.50MHz DATV. Audio feed is available on VK7RDR, 439.775MHz, Dazzler Range.
The broadcast date again is Monday May 4th. Call backs will follow. Please call in if you are able; this provides the RAOTC broadcast committee with an idea of how many are listening to these broadcasts.
If you miss the off-air broadcasts you can listen to audio files on the RAOTC website:
https://www.raotc.org.au/
73, Peter VK7PD
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Microwave & Contest News
This is the first of hopefully many regular microwave updates!
First 76 GHz EME QSO
The world's first 76 GHz EME QSO took place on April 22, 2026, between RW3BP (KO85) and DL7YC (JO62).
Sergei utilized a 2.4m offset dish paired with an 8.2-watt SSPA and a 2.4 dB NF LNA.
Manfred (DL7YC) employed a 2.4m prime-focus dish with a 5-watt SSPA and a 2.5 dB NF LNA.
The transmission mode used was Q65-60E, during which "single decode" reports of -14/-15 and -17, respectively, were exchanged.
A unique feature of this operation was that, due to the high losses at 76,003.210 MHz, no antenna relays were utilized; instead, the receivers and transmitters each employed separate feed horns that were "slid" into the focal point with an accuracy of 0.05 mm.
https://www.pa0ehg.com/76ghzperformance.htm?fbclid=IwY2xjawRb3c5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEydmxLMVlHYkZ6VFJOR2xMc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrQYCcCLlsC2iDL4EV00XxBAEtT5yJ_INYB4oaT0xvdmBpNN5_Qi2lCFY4dN_aem_MJFig8serH_50szm5Tik8A
The ARI EME Trophy 2026 was held last weekend that covered bands from 144 MHz up to 24GHz. The timing of the moon pass was such that late nights were required. Richard VK7ZBX came on and on the Saturday worked Giorgio IK3GHY, Peter OZ1LPR, Mirek OK2AQ, Ari OH3LWP, Claudio IK3HAR, Hans PE1CKK, Sasho LZ4OC, Bata YO2LAM and Eric ON5TA, and then on Sunday worked Jac PA3DZL, Ivan IZ0JNY and Rudi OE5VRL making a total of 12 stations worked.
The DL0SHF beacon was also copied and decoded with very strong signals.
Some rather cool DX worked with just 20W of power.
https://www.eme2008.org/ari-eme/contest2026.html
Also perhaps worthy of mention is that the Harry Angel Sprint contest on 80M was held on Saturday May 2nd and if you participated please remember to submit your log to vklogchecker.com and remember to ensure they are in the correct cabrillo format.
Hope this is of interest.
73, Richard, VK7ZBX
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WWFF, SOTA, POTA, LLOTA and IOTA Weekly Wrap Up
This week saw the upload of approximately 5,000 VK references for the new on-air program, Lakes and Lagoons on the Air (LLOTA). LLOTA is an aquatic reference activation and hunting program for radio amateurs, focused exclusively on lakes, lagoons, and other water bodies.
The program has a straightforward set of rules for activators, make a minimum of 10 QSOs to activate a reference, operate within 200 metres of the waterâ€Ös edge (or on the water), use portable equipment only, and upload your log within 30 days of the activation.
For hunters, thereâ€Ös no need to submit a log, your QSO will be credited from the activatorâ€Ös uploaded log.
VK7 alone has 829 references across the state, including references on King and Flinders Islands. VK references are currently prefixed with AU but will soon transition to LLAU to avoid any confusion with POTA references.
More information on the program can be found at: https://llota.app
There has been plenty of activation activity across VK7 this week.
Jim, VK7JZ, activated two summits during the week, Single Hill and Mount Hobbs. He logged 15 QSOs at Single Hill and 24 at Mount Hobbs, operating on both SSB and CW across the 20m and 40m bands.
Travis, VK7VXT, made his way to Tim Shea summit in the Florentine Valley, where he was spotted calling CQ on 10m.
David, VK7DBX, certainly caught the radio bug this week, activating four references, Jordan Nature Reserve, Cape Deslacs Nature Park, Glebe Hill Conservation Covenant, and Marion Beach Conservation Area. He made many contacts, both locally and with stations on the mainland.
Stuart, VK7FADZ, completed two SOTA activations, Frenchmans Cap in the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, and the Clytemnestra Summit. The latter offers impressive views of Frenchmans Cap and is well known for being a challenging walk to reach the summit.
Rodney, VK7HAM, Al, VK7AN, and Peter, VK7ZPE, headed to the Single Tree Plain Conservation Area, located between Bellingham and Bridport. The park can be accessed by road or, alternatively, via the well-known Bridport to Bellingham 4WD beach traverse.
This weekend is the VK Summit in Albury with plenty of attendees making the most of the trip by activating summits and parks both on the way there and again on the way home. A great opportunity to grab some contacts.
73, Matt, VK7MAT
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Statewide SSTV Nights
A quiet net night that saw the following participants, VK7s – AX, ZAB, OO and ZSB, all sharing thirty six photos.
The main themes were:
The 555 timer is 55 years old this year
A pluggable discrete component build of a 555 timer
Copies of the 555 cookbook and engineerâ€Ös mini-notebook
NTARCâ€Ös technical night with a milli-ohm meter
An engineerâ€Ös work flow diagram where problems can be fixed with either WD40 or duct tape
And other highlights were:
Re-setting daylight savings time at Stonehenge
A snow man in the Netherlands
A list of satellites that send SSTV pictures
A CubeSat small form factor affordable satellite
A speed camera “honesty boxâ€
Unfortunately there is no lifeguard in the human “Gene†pool
And yesterday all my “Tribbles†seemed so far away
Again Tony VK7AX interconnected VK7RJG to his SSTV International Gateway and VK7s exchanged photos with PA3EKI and PC1K in the Netherlands and DG8YFM and DJ0ZK in Germany. Please remember to leave a 30 second break between transmissions to allow the European countries a chance to send photos.
Note - Ken VK7KRJâ€Ös and Steve VK7OOâ€Ös fully automatic 24/7 monitoring sites that allows anyone testing, to send a picture and the ability to check their transmission on these pages almost immediately, any time, both South and North Tasmania.
If you missed the net there are archives of these SSTV nights on Kenâ€Ös and Steveâ€Ös websites or on NTARCâ€Ös website under blogs.
https://vk7oo.tasme.com/vhfsstv/
https://sstv.vk7krj.com/scrolling%20web%20gallery.html
https://www.ntarc.net/blogs
https://www.qsl.net/vk7ax/sstvgate3/index.html
73 from Andreâ€Ö VK7ZAB
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Tassie Ham-E-Con Radio Conference
Bookings are OPEN!!
The theme for Tassie Ham-E-Con 2026 is Hack the Ether: Education, Ingenuity, Connection â€ö a nod to the experimental DNA of amateur radio, where learning meets invention and curiosity drives everything forward.
This yearâ€Ös conference is all about moving beyond nostalgia and building what comes next. It brings together amateurs, experimenters, educators and storytellers for a fully catered weekend of practical learning, creative collaboration and ideas that actually go somewhere.
The program is built around four key streams: Hack the Mind exploring education and learning futures… Hack the System diving into ingenuity and experimentation… Hack the Culture focused on engagement and connection… and Hack the Future, tackling leadership and purpose. The preliminary program is online and bookings ARE OPEN.
It all happens Saturday the 7th and Sunday the 8th of November 2026 at the Sir Stanley Burbury Theatre at UTAS Sandy Bay, with pre and post-conference events in the works. Keep an eye on the conference website as more details roll out.
https://www.reast.asn.au/news-events/tassie-ham-radio-conference/
73, Conference Organising Group.
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QSL News
Inwards QSL Bureau Information
The current updated list of QSL Cards held by the VK7 Inwards Bureau as at 4 April 2026 is in the email version of the Broadcast.
Herman has been asked a few times about sending out QSL Cards. It is up to each Amateur to send out their personal QSL Cards. You can only use the WIA Outwards Bureau service if you are a Financial Member of the WIA. Your cards must be sorted alphabetically by DXCC country order and sent to the Manager of the Outwards Bureau PO Box 66, Boolaroo, NSW 2284.
Any Questions please Email to westyh@ozemail.com.au
73 Herman VK7HW
Manager WIA VK7 Inwards QSL Bureau
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Sorted Cards held at 4 April 2026 ( Any errors in the listing are mine, I sometimes miss culling a call sign)
AA, AAA, AAC, AAD, AAE, AAH, AAP, AAR, AB, ACG, ACN, AD, ADE, AED, AG(2014, 2016), AGC, AIJ, AIR, AJC, AKK, ALZ, ANC, AO, APK, APZ, AQ, AS, ATH, AXZ, AY
BA, BB, BPV, BT, BU, BYE
CA, CBK, CBR, CH/T, CJ, CK, CL, CMV, CTV, CV, CW, CWB, CX
DAN, DBX, DHT, DI, DN, DO, DQ, DT, DV, DZ
EG, EI, ER
FA, FAA, FADZ, FALX (alx), FAZZ, FCIA, FG, FGGT, FKLW, FLAR, FMI, FPRN, FTAS, FTR
G, GA, GC, GEL, GGZ, GK, GL, GOP, GR, GU, GZ
HCH, HDE, HDX, HL, HOB, HRS, HSA, HSD, HSE, HSJ, HSO, HZ
IAN, IK, IR, IS
JA, JAB, JAZ, JCR, JOK, JP, JS, JW, JX
KAC, KAM, KBA, KD, KDO, KE, KO, KJ, KKR, KL, KRJ
LA, LDH, LJ, LL, LLL, LM, LT, LVH
M, MA, MAG, MBD, MC, MEL, MET, MHZ, MI, MJ, MK, MS, MV
NB, NC, ND, NEC, NFI, NG, NIK, NJB, NMH, NRF, NRT, NRX, NSE, NSS, NTE, NVH
OB, OO, OW
PAF, PBD, PDJ, PKJ, POL, PRN, PS, PSH, PSJ, PSZ, PW
QK
RA, RB, RW, RY
SG(vi7SG), SIX, SN, SV, SW, SZ
T, TA, TCE, TED, TK, TM, TO, TS, TUX, TX
UJ
VA, VAC, VAO, VAZ, VDC, VEK, VH, VM, VR, VTM
WA, WC, WL, WO, WUU, W (VJ7W), WZ
XTC, XV, XY
Y, YN
ZA, ZJJ, ZK, ZT
Cards in the box at REAST 0n 1/4 - AZ, BEN, HVK, ID, MAT, MRS, OO, SD, STO, WN, ZMS
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NEWS FROM THE NORTH
SOTA/WWFF PARKS GROUP
The Summits On The Air/World Wide Flora and Fauna parks group meets twice weekly – Mondays and Fridays 10.30AM till 12.00 at the Glebe Gardens Cafe, Henry Street, Launceston.
For more information contact Al on 0417 354 410.
73, Al, VK7AN
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Northern Tasmanian Amateur Radio Club Incorporated
www.ntarc.net
Back on the 22nd of March 2026, we shared the story of Nic VK7WWâ€Ös unforgettable CW QSO with GB3RS at the National Radio Centre, Bletchley Park. What seemed at first like a routine contact quickly revealed itself to be something far more meaningful. Nic later wrote to the Radio Society of Great Britain, calling the exchange one of the most memorable moments in his 57 years in amateur radio. He reflected on his early days as G8CCY, his long RSGB membership, and the skills that shaped his Signals and Intelligence career with the Australian Army after emigrating from England. This month, Nicâ€Ös meaningful letter has been published in the RSGBâ€Ös May edition of RADCOM magazine, giving the story a wider audience. Itâ€Ös a perfect opportunity to revisit the original article and appreciate the dedication of the volunteers who keep the NRC running every day. If you get a chance, check out the RSGB feature and re-live his remarkable contact.
While we are on the subject of achievements, NTARC would like to congratulate member Peter VK7PD. He has received official recognition, with a certificate, for his outstanding results in the 2026 Ross Hull Memorial VHF‑UHF Contest, conducted by the WIA. Peter achieved excellent placings across multiple sections of this prestigious national contest, which celebrates operating skill across VHF, UHF and microwave bands, including digital modes.
Peter obtained a:
9th place in Section A: All Modes, Best 7 Days
2nd place in Section B: Phone, Best 7 Days
3rd place in Section E: All Modes, Best 2 Days
2nd place in Section F: Phone, Best 2 Days
These results reflect consistent performance across both long‑duration and short‑duration operating periods, and highlight Peterâ€Ös dedication to VHF/UHF contesting. Congratulations Peter on an impressive set of achievements and for representing NTARC so well.
Last Technical Night Ross VK7ALH, slightly changed his usual approach for “Show and Tell†and tried “Show and Eat†for something completely different, the Tim Tam biscuits, spring rolls and sausage rolls were delectable. Continuing the food theme, Denis VK7DCH, brought in a heap of home-made pizza servings, that were muchly appreciated.
Members were also treated to a close look at a brand new Vici VC480C+ milliohm meter, brought in by Stuart VK7ES. The compact instrument immediately drew interest, especially from those of us that have had a need for accurate low-ohmic-resistance testing, which is not possible with a general purpose multimeter. However this one can measure from 0.01 milli-ohms to 2 thousand ohms. This may seem a bit strange but very common where determining the condition of relay contacts, electrical joints or connector resistance is required.
At first glance this unit could possibly pass as a multimeter…. Except for the fact that it has two individual leads going to each of the two test probes. The reason being is this type of instrument employs a four wire sensing approach commonly known as “4Terminal sensing†or “Kelvin sensingâ€, after William Thomson or should I say Lord Kelvin. Yes thatâ€Ös the fellow that determined the correct value for absolute zero as approximately -273.15 degrees Celsius which was evermore referenced as zero degrees Kelvin.
But back to the probes with two leads, each probe had an alligator clip with one lead going to each of the individual jaws. Then the two leads from each alligator clip go back to their separate meter terminals.
By this method two leads supply 100 milli-Amp current across the component and the other two separate leads sense the voltage across it. Because the voltage‑sensing wires carry almost no current, they donâ€Öt suffer from voltage drop in the leads. That means the meter measures only the resistance of the component itself, not the resistance of the test leads or contact points. Think along the lines of a balanced Wheatstone bridge.
Stuart obtained the instrument after experiencing problems with his 12 Volt fridge tripping out on low voltage to protect itself. He subsequently found there was a one and a half volt drop between his battery and the small fridge while running. Stuart worked his way back from the battery and ended up replacing some suspect switches and connectors and one very suspect circuit breaker.
As usual pictures will be available on the NTARC Web site under “Blogs†for this broadcast.
https://www.ntarc.net/blogs
UPCOMING EVENTS
On Air Test and Technical Net session - Every Wednesday night, Test-Net and CW course on 3.580 MHz from 7 pm, then a Technical Net on 3.567 MHz from 7.30 pm till 8.30 pm. Your host for the evening is Nic, VK7WW.
Club Room Technical night - The next session will be Wednesday the 13th May and will commence at the usual time of 6.30 pm at the Club Room Archer Street, Rocherlea.
Coffee Morning - Held every Friday in the NTARC Club rooms. Time is from 10 am to noon.
Finally - If you have any items of news please email them to the Secretary at the following address news@ntarc.net all items to be received no later than 5 pm on the Friday prior to the Broadcast.
Thatâ€Ös all folks,
73 from Stefan, VK7ZSB, Secretary NTARC Inc.
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NEWS FROM THE SOUTH
Radio and Electronics Association of Southern Tasmania
https://www.reast.asn.au/
https://www.facebook.com/reasttas/
https://www.youtube.com/reasthobart/
Wednesday Experimenterâ€Ös Group (WEGs)
https://youtube.com/live/u3XrbQKvO-4
In the studio last Wednesday we started with Rex VK7MO with some amazing visualisations of 3D Aircraft Scatter from a variety of plane routes, thanks Rex.
We then announced that bookings are open for the Tassie Ham-E-Con. The Preliminary Program and Booking are now available on website
https://www.reast.asn.au/news-events/tassie-ham-radio-conference/
We ran through the Pre & Post-conference events as well.
Justin VK7TW then took the audience through the software that Tom VK7XT created for the VK7 Broadcast Playout System with a demo of the ease of control. Thanks Tom.
https://octet-stream.net/p/
We took a look at a few articles from the latest AR Magazine and finished with a reminder of future events
Our Wednesday Experimenterâ€Ös Nights have a break for a few weeks and so we will see you back in the studio on Wednesday 20th May 2026.
https://www.reast.asn.au/news-events/live-stream/
https://www.reast.asn.au/special-interest-groups/amateur-tv/
https://www.youtube.com/c/ReastHobart/
See you there or on the stream.
https://youtube.com/live/u3XrbQKvO-4
73, Justin, VK7TW
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May Presentation
Tecnorama and Tour
What is Tecnorama I hear you ask?
https://technorama.org.au/
This Wednesday night is our May Presentation Night and to mix things up we are going on a FIELD TRIP to the Eastern Shore that starts at 7PM!
Location is the Howrah Community Centre at 11 Howrah Rd, Howrah and suggest parking in the Southern Carpark - closest to the river.
We will start with a short presentation about Technorama. What is Tecnorama I hear you ask? This is the organisation that brings technologists together, and supports their efforts supporting Community Radio Stations around Australia.
What does this have to do with amateur radio? Again, Iâ€Öm glad you asked! The skill set of technologists in the Community Radio Sector is a mix of IT and RF engineering and this matches our skills as amateur radio operators really well.
The Tecnorama presentation will be given by John Maizels VK4APM via zoom then we will be taken on a guided tour through the brand spanking new Hobart FM radio community radio station by Community Radio Engineering Guru - Jim Parish.
This should be a fascinating night showcasing Community Radio technology and support and maybe spark some interest in supporting community radio stations around Tasmania?
Wednesday the 6th May at the Howrah Community Centre at 11 Howrah Rd, Howrah from 7pm. PLEASE NOTE IT STARTS AT 7PM. There is nothing at the Queens Domain clubrooms that night.
See you there for a fascinating night.
https://www.reast.asn.au/event/tecnorama-and-tour/
73, REAST Committee
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May Forum Night - Our New Band Plans
Wednesday May 13th from 7:30pm, itâ€Ös REAST Forum Night, and this time weâ€Öre diving into the new band plans. With recent changes affecting where and how we operate, this is your chance to get across whatâ€Ös shifted, whatâ€Ös new, and what it all actually means on the air. Whether youâ€Öre into digital modes, voice, or CW, understanding the band plan is key to staying effective, compliant, and not accidentally annoying half the band.
Join us in person at the Queenâ€Ös Domain clubrooms or catch the session streamed live as we walk through the major updates, highlight where different modes now sit, and help you make sense of the changes. If youâ€Öve been wondering where to operate or just want to avoid becoming “that stationâ€, this is one night worth showing up for.
https://www.reast.asn.au/event/may-forum-night-new-band-plans/
73, REAST Committee
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REAST Training and Assessment Update
https://www.reast.asn.au/information/amateur-licence-assessments/
Are you looking to join the world of amateur radio or upgrade your license? REAST has you covered with regular Training and Assessment Days for all license levels!
Key Dates:
Standard, Advanced, and Regulations Assessments: Held on alternate months, next is on 30th May 2026.
Foundation Training and Assessment Days: Held every two months with the next one on Saturday the 27th June 2026.
Check out the full schedule on the REAST Events Page.
https://www.reast.asn.au/news-events/upcoming-events/
Do you need to secure your spot or ask a question - email: reast.assessor@gmail.com and your inquiry will go directly to the Learning Organiser, who be in contact.
We have learning resources available including our Foundation Licence Training Videos that are a must-watch for beginners. Find them on the REAST YouTube Training and Assessment Playlist.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsnsP_zjw831mdC6sY4XqavRUY-53ZWUn
Practice Makes Perfect so, prepare with the WIA Foundation Trial Exams and the link can be found on the email edition of the broadcast.
https://www.wia.org.au/licenses/foundation/onlineexams/foundation.php
Whether you're starting your journey or leveling up, REAST is here to guide you every step of the way.
73, Reg, VK7KK
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Contest News
John Moyle Memorial Field Day Results
Congratulations to the following 16 VK7s who participated and submitted logs for the contest - MAT, EV, DW, PD, STO, ZBX, ZMS, C/GH, TW, AJP, GS, BLW, HH, OO, BEN and SKY.
There were even a few VK7 with podium positions and congratulations to VK7HH - 1st place in the single operator VHF 6 hour home section, VK7C/VK7GH with second place in the single operator home 24hour section, VK7ZBX with third place in the VHF 6 hour portable section (in fact VK7s in fourth through to 7th and 9th in this section).
Full results are available on the VKLogChecker website found on the email edition of this broadcast.
https://www.vklogchecker.com/contest/11a8ab88-878b-4f29-b648-65d82e34f233/results
https://www.wia.org.au/members/contests/johnmoyle/documents/2026%20JMMFD%20Results.pdf
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Regular VK7 gatherings and events over the coming months:
VK7 Regular gatherings:
Sewing Circle Net – Daily on 3.640MHz commences at 6:30pm AEST.
Statewide SSTV Net - held every Thursday night via the North/South Link on VK7RAF/VK7RJG from 7:30pm. In the North and North West - VK7RJG on 438.55 -7MHz and in the South - VK7RAF (146.650 -600kHz) CTCSS tone 141.3Hz to link RAF North-South. Plus VK7AX International SSTV Gateway connected to VK7RJG for the duration of the net.
State-wide – MICROWAVE QSO Party – following the Sunday broadcast call-back on 1296.15 MHz FM. One group in the greater Hobart area and another in the greater Launceston area.
Then North-south digital contacts on 1296.2MHz using Q65-60B.
Stations in the Launceston area transmitting on the odd minute. Southern stations on the even minute.
REAST - 6m AM Net on 53.1MHz Everyday from 4:30pm
SOTA/WWFF Group – Meeting Mondays and Fridays 10.30-12.00 midday at Glebe Gardens Cafe, Henry St, Launceston.
NTARC TestNet and TechNet session - Every Wednesday, TestNet/CW course on 3.580MHz from 7 pm, then a TechNet on 3.567MHz from 7.30 pm till 8.30 pm. Your host for the evening is Nic VK7WW.
NTARC Technical night session - Wednesday 13th May from 6.30 pm at the Club Room Archer Street, Rocherlea.
NTARC Coffee Mornings are held every Friday in the NTARC Club rooms. Time is from 10am to noon in the Rocherlea Clubrooms.
NW VK7 – Wednesday from 8:00pm local – NW Tassie Amateur Repeater Group Net on 2M VK7RMD and Allstar Node 56780
NW VK7 - Thursday commencing at 8:30pm local - N.W. Tassie 2m DX Net 144.190 USB
VK7 Events:
REAST - 6 May - Tecnorama Presentation and Tour of HobartFM Community Radio Station - Howrah Community Centre @ 7pm
REAST - 13 May - Forum Night - New Band Plans - Queens Domain clubroom from 7:30pm and streamed
VK - 7-8 Nov - Tassie Ham-E-Con Amateur Radio Conference - UTAS Sandy Bay
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A reminder to those people rostered for next weekâ€Ös broadcast:
Newsreader: VK7WW
Repeaters: REAST, NTARC and in the NW thanks to NWTARC, WCRG, NWCRRA, VK7AX, VK7JH and VK7DC
160m: Any Takers
80m: VK7ALH
40m: VK7JGD
20m: Any Takers
10m: VK7VKT
UHFCB24 & HFCB24: VK7FMAC
DMR: Talk Group 5 and D-Star Reflector 91C - Digital Group
2026 Roster -
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iTod4MGlJRjXxi2vuDrHngoytZebSMph/view?usp=drive_link
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A big thank you to everyone who contributed to and supported this weekâ€Ös broadcast of the VK7 Amateur Radio News.
Thatâ€Ös it for this week! If you missed the live transmission, remember you can always catch the rebroadcast Tuesday at 8:00pm on VK7RAA in the North, VK7RHT, and UHFCB24/HFCB24 in the South.
Got news, stories, or updates to share? Weâ€Öd love to hear from you! Send them to vk7arnews@gmail.com by Friday 9pm. You can also join the conversation on our VK7 Amateur Radio News Groups.io page.
groups.io/g/vk7arnews
Stay tuned now for callbacks on this frequency, with each relay station using their own callsign.
On behalf of the VK7 News Team, this is Idris, VK7ZIR, wishing you good DX, and a great week ahead!
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(Posted to the packet network courtesy Tony VK7AX)
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