 The Wireless Institute of Australia AGM and National Conference brings together the best of Amateur Radio. With visitors from around the world, you can be part of this exciting event. All announcements, news and updates will be posted here. |
Conference News
20131102 - QSL cards are being printed
QSL cards are being printed as we speak. We'll let you know when your card leaves us. Our strong preference is to send QSL cards via the bureau, but we understand that this isn't possible for every ham. If you want to QSL direct, rather than via the bureau, please send an envelope with your card AND an IRC (or sufficient postage to cover return mail to you from Australia) to:
We'll keep you up to date as more information becomes available. 73, Bob & Onno |
2013 05 16 - Technical Symposium Speakers Announced
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2013 05 15 - Information Pack available
The information pack for registered users is now available for download. Please get your copy while it's still wet. We'll update information as it comes to hand, so check back regularly. If you did not receive an email with a link to the pack, get in touch now, send us an email to: conference@vk6.net. |
2013 05 13 - VI103WIA preliminary station list announced
The preliminary station list is now live. Check your station entry if you've submitted a request to operate, or add your station by filling in the form on the VI103WIA call sign page. |
2013 05 05 - Conference Repeater
During the WIA AGM and Conference we'll be using the Fremantle VK6RFM repeater for conference traffic. Maintained by the WA Repeater Group, you can set your radio up using 146.950 MHz as the output frequency and 146.350 MHz as the input. Thanks to Don VK6DN the repeater also hosts Echolink and IRLP so you can make contact with home base from your hotel room or throughout Fremantle and beyond. The Echolink node number is: 170709 and IRLP node number is 6200. Those numbers can also be found online at vk6.net where you'll find a full list of repeaters and beacons in VK6. Check the frequencies online, and if you're consulting this month's AR magazine, the gremlins got in and some of the frequencies there show the input frequency rather than the output frequency for some repeaters, so check online at vk6.net for details. In the week leading up to the conference, the Ham College Information Beacon, VK6RIB on 145.575 MHz will be transmitting information relating to the event. The information repeats every hour. You can listen to the beacon right now and you'll find the weekly news and other information there. |
2013 04 27 - VI103WIA - register now to operate
 Sample QSL card If you'd like to operate the VI103WIA call sign which is active during the 2013 WIA AGM and conference you can do so from your QTH or your club station. We welcome operators from around VK, any time of the day or night. You do not need to have a full-call to operate the call sign, though you are required to operate within your own license. The call sign is intended to promote Amateur Radio and the WIA. Each QSO must be logged electronically and submitted so a QSL card can be sent to the remote station. You're not required to be a member of the WIA to operate the call sign, but we welcome your membership application. Robert VK3DN is designing the QSL card as we speak, so warm up your radios and have a go. If you'd like to claim a spot, complete the form and register now. The call sign is licensed for use on 23 - 27 May 2013. Finally, if you're an F-call, you too can operate this call sign, so don't be shy, register today. |
2013 01 31 - WIA 2013 Annual Conference Registrations Now Online
 The Conference is on the last weekend of May, 24th-26th, at the Tradewinds Hotel Fremantle. The organisers have negotiated a special room price* for the conference, and you’ll need to mention the WIA Conference at the time of making your hotel reservation with Tradewinds Hotel. Their phone number is (08) 9339 8188 and their website is http://www.tradewindshotel.com.au/. * Subject to availability - book now to avoid disappointment. There is an early bird registration discount of $10 per person for registrations made before April 1st, so do get in early to save a few bucks. |
2012 12 06 - Planning to Go
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2012 11 27 - Venue Announced
 As the new home-page already alerts, the venue for the 2013 WIA AGM and Conference has been announced.The Tradewinds Hotel has several function rooms, a great restaurant and bar. It features quality rooms, each with its own kitchen. The hotel overlooks the Swan River, close to public transport. The WIA has negotiated a special rate of $180 per room per night* and a full breakfast for $20 per head. You'll book your room directly with the hotel. Their phone number is (08) 9339 8188 and their website is http://www.tradewindshotel.com.au/. Remember to make it clear that you're booking for the Wireless Institute of Australia Conference 24-26 May 2013 to qualify for the discount*. * Subject to availability - book now to avoid disappointment. With easy access to transport, near to the historic city of Fremantle in Western Australia, the venue allows you to be on-site near all the activity, including a spacious roof area where we can set-up an event station. More information about that closer to the event. The hotel is at 59 Canning Highway, East Fremantle WA 6158, just near the Stirling Bridge, on National Route 6. |
2012 11 06 - The Venue is about to be announced
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