(In)famous Brisbane repeater VHQ07 finally off the air.
This article is dedicated to Val, best known for running VHQ07 trivia for many years, who sadly passed away in […]
Skyrocketing 27Mhz prices may indicate new interest in hobby
In what has come as a surprise to many in the hobby, the second hand market for 27Mhz base stations […]
CB Radio Remains Essential Component of Bushfire Communication Strategy
As the Australian bushfire crisis begins to abate, we take a look at the role UHF CB has played in […]
Beware the Baofeng – non type-approved radios draw ire from ACMA
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) have put operators on notice regarding the proliferation of non type-approved radios being […]
$250,000 reward for information in CB radio user cold case
The Minister for Police and Corrective Services has approved a reward of $250,000 for any information which leads to the […]
Caution urged for parents choosing radios as Christmas gifts
Parents are urged to use caution when choosing portable handheld radios as Christmas gifts, as improper use can lead to […]
“Keep it clear so we can hear” plead emergency monitoring organizations.
Overt abuse of the UHF CB channels 5 and 35 is creating major issues for emergency monitoring organizations across Australia. […]
Violent attack on CB user highlights ACMA inaction
Another violent attack on a Perth CB radio user continues to highlight the Australian Communication and Media Authority’s (ACMA) lack […]
ACMA reverses decision to remove 40 channel UHF CBs from CBRS class licence.
Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) reverses its decision to remove 40 channel UHF CBs from CBRS class licence. In […]