Steven VK2BOS is continuing the Monday evening digital net. They are
primarily using the various text modes supported by fldigi.
On Sunday May 5 WICEN is supporting the Memory Walk & Jog run by the
NSW branch of Alzheimer's Australia over the "Bay " course in inner
western Sydney. This will be followed by similar events in Newcastle
and Wollongong later in the year.
WICEN ACT's events include the Canberra 2 Day Walk on Saturday 6th and
Sunday 7th April. Visit: www.crarc.ampr.org
Steven VK2BOS advises that they are reverting to text based HF Digital
Modes for the Monday evening net. They are primarily using the
various modes supported by fldigi [read: F L DIGI].
On Sunday May 5 WICEN is supporting the Memory Walk & Jog run by the
NSW branch of Alzheimer's Australia over the "Bay Run" course in inner
western Sydney. This will be followed by similar events in Newcastle
and Wollongong later in the year.
Steven VK2BOS advises that, in addition to text based HF Digital
Modes, the Monday evening group will also experiment with the new
digital voice software called FreeDV. This is available from:
http://freedv.org
On Sunday May 5 WICEN is supporting the Memory Walk & Jog run by the
NSW branch of Alzheimer's Australia over the "Bay Run" course in inner
western Sydney. This will be followed by similar events in Newcastle
and Wollongong later in the year.
If you picked up a membership form at last Sunday's Field Day this is
your reminder to fill it out and mail it back. If it now smells of
tamarind, because you spilled Aussie BBQ sauce on it, replacements are
available on the WICEN website.
Steven VK2BOS advises that, in addition to text based HF Digital
Modes, the Monday evening group will also experiment with the new
digital voice software called FreeDV. This is available from:
freedv.org
If you picked up a membership form at today's Field Day this is your
reminder to fill it out and mail it back. If it is now scrunched up
or covered in transformer oil, replacements are available on the WICEN
website. For those who usually pay for their membership at Wyong, but
somehow missed the opportunity, please remember that you will need to
make alternative arrangements to pay. Details for direct payment can
be made by contacting the organisation.
WICEN's VK2RWC repeater in Chatswood is on 147.150 MHz with a plus 600
kHz offset. It both requires, and sends, a 91.5 Hz tone. The new
23cm FM repeater at Chatswood is on 1273.200 MHz with a plus 20 MHz
offset. No tone is currently required, but a 91.5 Hz tone is sent.
WICEN will provide a display at the upcoming CCARC Field Day at Wyong
on Sunday, February 24. This is typically between the large and small
grandstands.
WICEN's VK2RWC repeater in Chatswood is on 147.150 MHz with a plus 600
kHz offset. It both requires, and sends, a 91.5 Hz tone. The new
23cm FM repeater at Chatswood is on 1273.200 MHz with a plus 20 MHz
offset. No tone is currently required, but a 91.5 Hz tone is sent.
WICEN will provide a display at the upcoming CCARC Field Day at Wyong
on Sunday, February 24. This is typically between the large and small
grandstands.
A WIA report indicates that WICEN Queensland has been active for the
flood disaster there. Queensland's Water Police requested HF links
between Brisbane and Cairns, and other WICEN help was given to the
Townsville and Rockhampton regions pending repair of Telstra optical
fibre.
WICEN's VK2RWC repeater in Chatswood is on 147.150 MHz with a plus 600
kHz offset. It both requires, and sends, a 91.5 Hz tone. The new
23cm FM repeater at Chatswood is on 1273.200 MHz with a plus 20 MHz
offset. No tone is currently required, but a 91.5 Hz tone is sent.
Unless they are required for an activation or event, all Amateurs are
welcome to use these systems, and reports are also most welcome.
The Shahzada is the world famous 400 km horse endurance event held
around St Albans to the north-west of Sydney. It runs from Monday,
August 27th, to Friday 31st.
