10 Metre FM Repeaters
This season has been an unusually quiet one on 10m (and even 6m) for FM repeaters. Are they on the air or just has everyone migrated to digital and forgot…
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February 4, 2026
IMPORTANT: Changes to ACMA Assist for ALL VK Amateurs!!
28/01 - I discovered an interesting bit on the ACMA Assist registration instructions today. Email login is no longer available for new users. I suspect as I already had an…
January 27, 2026
Update: John Moyle Field Day Microwave Bands — Response From WIA Contest Committee
Following on from the recent publications of my blog posts regarding the proposed removal of microwave bands from the John Moyle Memorial Field Day (JMFD), there has now been an…
January 20, 2026
Feedback on Removal of Microwave Bands from John Moyle Field Day (JMFD)
This year, I made the decision not to participate in the Summer Field Day. Instead, I used the time to help upgrade and improve the Field Day van, with the…
January 15, 2026
WSJT-X Audio issue
WSJT-X Audio Problems on Windows? Here’s the Fix
If you’re running WSJT-X on Windows and suddenly start seeing erratic signal levels, strange noise on the waterfall, or missed decodes that never used to be a problem — you’re…
January 6, 2026
My Thoughts on the Recent Changes to WIA Contests
EDIT: 01/01/2026 There appears to be some confusion as to whether these changes are permanent, a "proposal for trial and experience" or something else. In any case, the advice given…
December 31, 2025
Easy to Build 2 Meter (146 MHz) Vertical Antenna
If you're looking for a simple and effective way to improve your handheld VHF performance on the 2-meter band, the Flowerpot antenna (also known as a T2LT) is one of…
November 5, 2025
WIA Launches Major Australian Amateur Band Plan Review
The Wireless Institute of Australia are consulting on major changes to the Australian Band Plan. The WIA TAC committee has reviewed each band and made recommendations for changes where appropriate…
October 30, 2025
Big Changes to CB Radio in Australia: What You Need to Know for 2025
Summary of Changes: FM on HF now legal (from 1 October 2025) Internet linking allowed – connect CB stations via IP Emergency channels kept (HF Ch 9, UHF Ch 5…
September 16, 2025
Ham Radio in 30 Days: From Zero to Hero
You’ve passed the licence test… but now what? Are you feeling overwhelmed, mic-shy, or unsure how to actually get on the air? This practical course helps you go from “what do I…
September 2, 2025