27 Aug

Doing it right

Getting into CY9C St Pauls expedition log was much easier than originally anticipated. For a few reasons: First, the team instantly delivered what they've promised. To be on the air, with multiple stations, on time. They are loud - a proof they know what it...
23 Aug

A big one to watch for

Without any doubt, the most important DXpedition in the month of January is Clipperton Island TX5S.The Perseverance DX Group (PDXG) is organizing a team of experienced DXpedition and contest operators to activate Clipperton Island (IOTA NA-011), currently ClubLog #38 most wanted (#26EU). The team will...
22 Aug

Is all this for real?

An email hit our inbox this morning.“Honestly I might be getting a bit cynical (IC-7610 give away) because I doubt anyone ever wins these giveaway things. I entered via an ad on QRZ yesterday where I was required to subscribe to your newsletter to go...
22 Aug

So what is ‘the ultimate goal’ of amateur radio?

In short: no one can tell. The nerdiest hobby of all is simply so multifaceted that every amateur operator has their own reason why to invest time and money into it, seeking the ultimate reward.For some: it is to be the loudest signal on the...
21 Aug

Back to the roots

According to ClubLog data, around 140 Australian amateurs are serious or semi-serious DX chasers. They are actively involved in the pursuit of making long distance contacts all year round with the ultimate goal to 'work them all'.Compared to about 15,000 licensed amateurs, DXers present less...

Doing it right

Getting into CY9C St Pauls expedition log was much easier than originally anticipated. For a few reasons: First, the team...

A big one to watch for

Without any doubt, the most important DXpedition in the month of January is Clipperton Island TX5S.The Perseverance DX Group (PDXG)...

Is all this for real?

An email hit our inbox this morning.“Honestly I might be getting a bit cynical (IC-7610 give away) because I doubt...

So what is ‘the ultimate goal’ of amateur radio?

In short: no one can tell. The nerdiest hobby of all is simply so multifaceted that every amateur operator has...

Back to the roots

According to ClubLog data, around 140 Australian amateurs are serious or semi-serious DX chasers. They are actively involved in the...