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The Bayside and Districts Amateur Radio Society (BDARS) proudly participated in the Redlands Coast Museum Open Day on Saturday, 30 May 2026. The Open Day formed part of the Museum’s efforts to promote itself as a key tourist attraction in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympic Games, while also showcasing the important role that local…
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The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 1st June, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are welcome. Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yE1ML344o5No1i9L6 (please use the side entrance). Apart from the normal general business meeting, Vice-President John VK4JBE plans to present another Did -You-Know presentation on USB…
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For three teams of multidisciplinary undergraduates at the University of Queensland it was a big day – it was their moment to present the outcomes of the projects they had been working on all semester. The project was of course the “Lightning Detector Network’. Kindly invited by BDARS member Professor Adrian Panow VK4BCF, who facilitated…
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The Victoria Point clubhouse was full of life again today, with members gathering for another enjoyable session of radio talk, technical projects, and great company. The atmosphere throughout the morning was relaxed, friendly, and full of enthusiasm as conversations and demonstrations unfolded across the room. There was plenty happening for members and visitors alike. From…
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Our next Tech/Social meeting at the Redlands Coast Museum is on Monday 18th May, 7:00PM for 7:30PM start. Join us for an engaging and community-filled night, where innovation, exploration, and local connection take center stage. Whether you’re a regular member, a curious visitor, or someone with a passion for all things technical, this evening promises…
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The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Museum on Monday 4th May, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are welcome. Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yE1ML344o5No1i9L6 Apart from the usual general business of the meeting, this session is also a great opportunity to share and celebrate what you’ve been working on.…
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The club’s next Technight/Social Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 20th April, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are welcome. At the meeting you can also hear a quick update on the latest club news. Don’t Miss This Month’s Feature Presentation: “Baluns, Ununs and Chokes” presented…
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BDARS BBQ Bonanza – Another Sizzling Success Yesterday, members of our club came together at Bunnings Capalaba to fire up the grill and our fundraising spirit for another fantastic BBQ event. Thanks to the incredible support of our local community, the team at Bunnings Capalaba, and a steady stream of hungry shoppers, the day was…
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The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 6th April, 🕖 Arrival: 7:00 PM 🕢 Meeting Start: 7:30 PM. 📍 Location: Redlands Museum (use the side entrance near the carpark). Come along and get involved! We’ll be presenting a look back at our recent successes and discussing our upcoming plans…
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Congratulations to everyone who took part in—and helped support—the John Moyle Contest yesterday. A special shoutout to our team operating from Cascades Park at Victoria Point in the Redlands—well done, everyone! Your efforts were impressive, with reports of more than 60 contacts made over the course of the day. Many thanks also to all club…
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Don’t forget we have the JMMFD 2026 TODAY adjacent to the clubhouse. Directions to the clubhouse: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ip7sQ8RSqtcdX8qT7. 9AM start (for an all day activity). The event is in Cascade park – adjacent to the clubhouse. Wishing you heaps of QSO’s for this friendly event. A very good event for newbies and those wishing to practice…
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Our next Tech/Social meeting at the Redland Museum is on Monday 16th March, Meeting Time 7:00PM for 7:30PM start. Members and visitors (non members) are always welcomed. The highlight of the evening will part two of a presentation by member Phil VK4PG on the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM). Phil brings a wealth of real-world…
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Following our Annual General Meeting held on 2nd March, we are delighted to announce the new committee for 2026 at the Bayside District Amateur Radio Society (BDARS). Firstly, a sincere thank you to everyone who attended the AGM and to those who continue to support the club throughout the year. Your enthusiasm and involvement are…
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The society’s Annual General Meeting will be held at the Redland Museum on Monday 2nd March 2026, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are invited and will be welcomed. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is a yearly gathering of members at which the entire current society management committee steps…
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The Maker Group enjoyed a fantastic meeting this afternoon at our Victoria Point clubhouse, where Mark VK4XYZ gave an engaging introduction to getting started with KiCad PCB design. Mark walked us through the logical, hierarchical multi-sheet design approach and demonstrated how it can be mirrored in KiCad. Beginning with a simple “black box” concept, he…
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Our next Tech/Social meeting at the Redland Museum is on Monday 16th February, Meeting Time 7:00PM for 7:30PM start. Members and visitors (non members) are always welcomed. The highlight of the evening will part one of a presentation by member Phil VK4PG on the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM). Phil brings a wealth of real-world…
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Paul VK4PLY and Bob VK4YA met with BDARS member Professor Adrian Panow VK4BCF and other academics at the University of Queensland (UQ) yesterday to discuss the Lightning Detector Project in the context of possible student participation. BDARS members may recall that the Lightning Detector Project is a BDARS maker project, consisting of a low-cost system…
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The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Museum on Monday 2nd February, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are welcome. Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yE1ML344o5No1i9L6 Apart from the normal general business meeting, there are plans to present several other interesting topics:- This will be a good evening to catch-up on…
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Our next Tech/Social meeting will be held at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 19th January, with doors opening at 7:00 PM for a 7:30 PM start. Members and visitors alike — including non-members — are always very welcome. We’re delighted to welcome our own Scott VK4MGL, who will be presenting on Parks on the…
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We held one of our twice-monthly Social Special Interest Group (SIG) coffee mornings at the Redlands Sporting Club today, and it proved to be a very successful gathering. The event was well attended, with ten members and four partners coming along to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere. Adding to the occasion, Club President Martin made an…
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Licensed & Ready is a personalised amateur radio licence exam mentoring programme. The first session of 2026 takes place this Thursday afternoon at the clubhouse. Got a New Year goal in Amateur Radio? Join us as we move forward with licensing together! We’re restarting on Thursday 15th January at the clubhouse 1:30PM — newcomers are…
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The club will be holding an informal General Meeting at the Redland Coast Museum (Monday 5th Jan 2026 with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start). All members and visitors are welcome. Please can members bring along a sweet or savory plate of nibbles to usher in 2026; coffee / tea will be available. This…
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We’re excited to invite you and your family to our special ‘Saturday at the Clubhouse’ Christmas event, where the air will be filled with festive cheer and the joy of community! Join us on Saturday, December 13th, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Victoria Point clubhouse. We’ll be enjoying the beautiful park surroundings,…
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The BDARS Christmas lunch at the Redlands Sporting Club was a resounding success, bringing together members from all walks of life to celebrate the festive season and the year gone by. The venue provided a warm and inviting backdrop for the gathering. Laughter and animated conversations filled the air as old friends reunited and new…
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Our next Tech/Social meeting at the Redland Museum is on Monday 15th December, Meeting Time 7:00PM for 7:30PM start. Members and visitors (non members) are always welcomed. Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yE1ML344o5No1i9L6 The main item on the agenda is a talk by fellow member Henry VK4BUD about Rotators – and his journey involving DiSEqC: What Is it?, and…
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The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redland Coast Museum on Monday 1st December, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are welcome. There will be exciting news about the newly proposed Saturday, 13th December event at the Clubhouse—our Christmas BBQ/Pizza gathering and club Swapfest. And that’s just one…
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The club’s next Technight/Social Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 17th November, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are welcome. At the meeting you can also hear a quick update on the latest club news. Don’t Miss This Month’s Feature Presentation: “Git and Github” presented by…
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Licensed & Ready is a personalized amateur radio license mentoring program The next session is this Thursday afternoon at the clubhouse. We’re hosting another flexible training and mentoring session at the clubhouse to support your individual learning style and help you progress toward an Amateur Radio Operator qualification. Whether you’re new to Amateur Radio or…
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The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 3rd November, 🕖 Arrival: 7:00 PM 🕢 Meeting Start: 7:30 PM. 📍 Location: Redlands Museum on Google Maps (use the side entrance near the carpark). All members and visitors are warmly invited to come along. In addition to our usual club business,…
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Licensed & Ready is a personalized amateur radio license mentoring program The first session is this Thursday afternoon at the clubhouse. Amateur Radio is far more than a pastime — it’s a pursuit that challenges the mind, sparks curiosity, and connects people through shared technical exploration. At BDARS, we have a long-standing commitment to supporting…
