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DID YOU TELL ANYONE ABOUT AMATEUR RADIO THIS WEEK?
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THE FOLLOWING NEWS CAN BE HEARD IN SEGMENT TWO (2) OF OUR AUDIO SERVICES
QNEWS -- ALL OF THE NEWS ALL OF THE TIME at www.wia.org.au/vk4
VK4 COUNCIL
WIAQ President in Townsville
Members attending the February Management Meeting of theTARCinc were
fortunate to have as special guest and speaker Ewan McLeod/VK4ERM,
President of WIA Queensland Inc and Queensland WICEN Co-ordinator.
Ewan talked in detail about current and future state of the WIAQ
noting that the future looked promising.
The division's answering machine received 5 to 7 calls a week, mainly
from people wanting to become an amateur radio operator.
Ewan noted that he called each enquiry back with mostly positive results.
He also noted that the further away from big cities he travelled, the
more progressive hams seemed to be.
Ewan also detailed some exciting things about to happen with WIA Federal.
VK4ERM also provided an update on the modernisation of WICEN QLD
organisation including the new plan underway for SES to WICEN co-operation.
( Gavin/VK4ZZ )
LAST CHANCE! WIAQ AWARDS and BADGES.
If you know of a VK4 Amateur, whom you think is deserving of
recognition, then please send your nomination to reach the
address below by the 14 Th February 2002. Nominations
should give an account of the activities and achievements of
the nominee and may be submitted by Clubs or individuals.
WIAQ Honours Committee,
PO Box 199
Wavell Heights
Qld. 4012
Does anyone still produce morse training tapes? (suitable for learner
without computer/internet).
Reply to Bruce VK4EHT or QNEWS via the callback session.
Bruce Jones VK4EHT a WIAQ Councillor reports:-
One important activity of WIAQ council at its January meeting was the
endorsement of our Federal Councilor David Jones VK4OF to be our
representative at the WIA Federal convention.
The convention will be held not long after our Queensland AGM so
preparation is already underway. This year WIA will prepare its delegates
to the IARU region 3 conference in Taiwan in September and will also
consider some aspects of the World Radio Conference to be held in Geneva
this year.
Most issues to be considered have been published in AR magazine, QTC and
QNEWS over the past year. We hope to bring more information on these events
soon so keep an ear on QNEWS.
One of the more pleasant activities of WIAQ council is to officially
welcome new members to the institute.
Alan Shannon VK4SN, Samantha Scafe VK4TTT, Bill Gibbings VK4WO and
Gary Burkin L41073.
Again I ask listeners to consider taking an active part in the future of
our hobby. All positions on WIAQ council will be officially declared
vacant at the coming AGM. We are also particularly looking for a
treasurer and recruitment officer.
Good morning from Bruce VK4EHT.
CLUB ACTIVITY
CITY OF BRISBANE RADIO SOCIETY
PRESIDENT Mick VK4NE
TeleText page 903
Moreton College of TAFE off Cavendish road Mt Gravatt.
on the 4th floor in Block B 7.30pm.
POSTAL ADDRESS CBRS P.O.BOX 1235 Springwood Qld 4127.
OR P.O.BOX 5130 Manly QLD 4179
CHOOSE TUESDAY!
Next meeting will be held on Tuesday the 11th of February, at the TAFE.
(John. VK4AZV)
GOLD COAST AMATEUR RADIO SOCIETY
IRLP NODE 640
HAM RADIO 3-DAY FAST-TRACK COURSE
Novice Radio Amateur Theory & Regulations
The Gold Coast Amateur Radio Society Inc. in association with the
Radio and Electronics School is offering a three-day fast-track course
for the Novice Radio Amateur Theory Exam.
The course will be held at the clubrooms at 85 Harper St Nerang on
three consecutive Sundays March 2003.
The course will be intense exam preparation for the Novice Amateur Theory
& Regulations exam. On completion of the fast track course you will
have the option to sit the examination at the clubrooms.
The course will be conducted by experienced tutors.
The programme will be informal, free-flowing, fun, and flexible to
student needs BUT the focus will be intensive exam preparation.
This is an opportunity for you to fast-track your way to an amateur radio
licence.
This course is a unique opportunity "don't miss out" register today.
WHEN early March 2002 (over 3 consecutive Sundays 10am - 4pm)
COST - $45 for the course (lunch and refreshments included)
plus a small charge for disks
INQUIRIES AND REGISTRATION: 5539 3530
Places are limited so don't delay
Gold Coast Amateur Radio Society Inc. & Radio & Electronics School
www.radioelectronicschool.com
www.goldcoastamateurradio.com
LOGAN WEST AMATEUR RADIO & ELECTRONICS CLUB
IRLP NODE 6402
Don't forget the BOOT Sale to be held 1Oam Feb 23.
Boot sale is in the Car Park behind the Greenbank Community centre
adjacent to the Scout den, exhibitors will need to register at the gate
and setup before 10:00. entry free except for exhibitors (small fee)...
SO...... If your in the SE of VK4 and CAN'T get to Gosford don't despair
there will be lots of pre-loved "goodies" for sale at the Greenbank
Community Centre off Teviotte Road from 10am the Last Sunday in February,
ie Feb 23rd.
SUMMERLAND AR CLUB (VK2)
IRLP NODE 622
9 Feb - SARC AGM at Clubrooms
30 Mar - WICEN(NR) AGM - Lismore Workers Club.
TOWNSVILLE
TeleText page 919
vk4wit@wia.org.au
http://www.vk4tub.org/tarc/
Wild 23cm QSO Party this Sunday
Lock up your daughters, ground your sons, no one is safe!
There will be a Wild 23cm QSO Party happening sometime this Sunday
(February 9th 2003) in the Townsville region and you are invited
to attend!
Rumour has it that participants of the regular Microwave Net
in Townsville are ready to go mobile and portable with many a strange
array and apparatus and that the party goers will be quite audible
in the 23cm band. If you have transceiver equipment capable of
operating on the 23cm band then you are invited to participate,
if not then try and listen in!
For more details contact Don/VK4MC.
theTARCinc Radio Theory Classes have recommenced in 2003.
Thursday January 30th saw 3 new members of the class roll up and
commence training to Novice Amateur Operator Certificate of Proficiency
level. Class Manager Iain/VK4IGM reports that there will be more
prospective members showing up in the weeks to come as they come
out of the Christmas hibernation.
Two Special evenings will be happening this month -
Calculator Night, Thursday February 13th
learn neat new tricks or very handy old tricks and get the most
out of the hand held less volitile memory box !
Multimeter Night, Thursday February 27th
learn new techniques, or revise on the complete operation of
your Analogue or Digital multimeter.
VK4 AREA SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS --- WICEN
(State Co-ordinator, Ewen McLeod VK4ERM)
A regular net exists Sunday mornings 7.075 at 0830k.
BUNDABERG WICEN
Members are reminded that the first training sessions for
2003 will be held at SES Headquarters Kendalls Road
Saturday afternoons Feb 15th and Feb 22nd.
Both sessions will commence at 1400 hrs and ALL members are requested
to make every effort to attend.
(Rusty)
MAJOR GATHERINGS IN VK4 FOOTPRINT
FEB 23 LOGAN WEST AMATEUR RADIO & ELECTRONICS CLUB BOOT SALE
President VK4JPH Peter 3800 3305 is your contact.
Boot sale is in the Car Park behind the Greenbank Community centre
adjacent to the Scout den, exhibitors will need to register at
the gate and setup before 10:00.
Entry free except for exhibitors (small fee)...
Last Sunday in February, ie Feb 23rd.
MAY 3-5 Clairview Ham Weekend - Clairview Beach
Bookings - Clairview Beach Holiday Park 4956 0190
JUNE 6-9 FNNQARG! South Mission Beach
Bookings - Beachcomber Coconut Village 4068 8129
SEPTEMBER 19-21
16th North Queensland Amateur Radio Convention 2003. (in it's 30th Year!)
The date has been set for one of THE most popular conventions in
the Amateur Radio calendar world wide. In its 30th year,
the 16th North Queensland Amateur Radio Convention will be happening
at James Cook University from PM Friday 19th to PM Sunday 21st
Details vk4zz@wia.org.au
SEPTEMBER 26-28 Central Highlands AGM Weekend from 5-30pm
Attendance/Bunk Bookings - Gordon Loveday VK4KAL 4985 4168
WIA EXAMINATIONS IN VK4
March 29 SUNSHINE COAST
Intending candidates should contact Ron VK4GZ on 5448 4063 or
Dave VK4KDL on 5448 7649 by the first Tuesday in the month.
May 31 SUNSHINE COAST
Intending candidates should contact Ron VK4GZ on 5448 4063 or
Dave VK4KDL on 5448 7649 by the first Tuesday in the month.
July 26 SUNSHINE COAST
Intending candidates should contact Ron VK4GZ on 5448 4063 or
Dave VK4KDL on 5448 7649 by the first Tuesday in the month.
Sept 28 SUNSHINE COAST
Intending candidates should contact Ron VK4GZ on 5448 4063 or
Dave VK4KDL on 5448 7649 by the first Tuesday in the month.
Nov. 29 SUNSHINE COAST
Intending candidates should contact Ron VK4GZ on 5448 4063 or
Dave VK4KDL on 5448 7649 by the first Tuesday in the month.
LOGAN AREA
The Logan West Amateur Radio & Electronics Club.
If you wish to sit for any subject please contact.
Peter Harding 3800 3305
briscal@optusnet.com.au
BRISBANE REGION
Now exams are available ANY TIME on just 2 weeks notice!
Just ring Redcliffe Clubs Laurie VK4BLE on 3284 8859.
Remember exams any time on two week notice.
MACKAY AREA
Examinations conducted on request to the Mackay Club
Also instruction on a 1 to 1 basis contact
Contact George VK4AJL vk4ajl@wia.org.au
TOWNSVILLE
Exam sessions are held several times during the year and
can also be held on demand provided adequate notice is given.
Exams information and application pack in PDF format from
theTARCinc web site http://www.vk4tub.org/tarc/
ATHERTON TABLELANDS
Tablelands Radio and Electronics Club conducts examinations on
request for the Atherton Tablelands area.
Contact the Secretary, Dale McCarthy - VK4DMC at trec@austarnet.com.au
SOUTH OF THE BORDER... DOWN SUMMERLAND WAY
SUMMERLAND AR CLUB in VK2
http://www.nor.com.au/community/sarc/sarc.htm
EXAM DETAILS RING Dave VK2CB 6625 1281, Mob 04 2991 0982.
VK4 AMATEURS WHO ARE JP's
SUNSHINE COAST
Amanda Winchester, VK4HIP is registered as a Justice of the Peace
(Qualified) and is on telephone 5493 7445.
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