During 2024 local media outlets shared a number of news articles about Furness Amateur Radio Society (FARS). We spoke with Graham Postlethwaite, M0POS, who manages publicity for FARS, to understand how he has built a successful relationship with the local media. How did you build a relationship with the local media? Our local media experience […]
A competition has been launched by RSGB Regions 6 (North Wales) and 7 (South Wales) that will take place throughout March. The aim is to encourage both individual RSGB members, as well as Affiliated Clubs in Wales, to build their own resonant 21MHz antenna and make as many QSOs as possible on the 21MHz band […]
The next Tonight@8 webinar on Monday, 3 February 2025 will help you navigate basic fault-finding and electronics within your construction projects. Lee Aldridge, G4EJB will use his many years’ experience of working in telecoms and electronics to help you understand what to do when you’ve built a project, but it doesn’t work. Visit the RSGB […]
The RSGB has announced that Peter Bowyer, G4MJS is to take on the new role of RSGB Board Vice Chair. The current Board Chair, Stewart Bryant, G3YSX said that the role of RSGB Board Chair has always been a busy one and, as the RSGB has taken on more commitments, the demands of this position […]
As we start a new year, the RSGB would like to highlight that it shares regular updates on its strategy both in RadCom and online. The latest update by General Manager Steve Thomas, M1ACB reflects on the year ahead and discusses how best the Society might achieve a clear direction for 2025. Read this and […]
The presentation Bob’s one-man DXpedition to ZL, ZL7, VK9L, VK9N and VK7, which took place in January to March 2024, is currently being serialised in RadCom. The first part was published in the February issue, with parts two and three to follow in March and April. This Tonight@8 presentation complements these, and will include additional […]
The RSGB President is a prestigious and important role. Each President has the autonomy to shape the duties and activities they carry out to best match their view of the role. Current and former Presidents have spoken of the unique insight it has given them into the hobby, and the fulfilment they have felt from […]
Have you ever spent time constructing a project, only to find it does not work? If so, the next Tonight@8 webinar on Monday 3 February is one to put in your diary. Lee Aldridge, G4EJB will present a basic fault finding and electronics session that will look at the requirements of construction, as well as […]
Have you been involved in inspiring newcomers to amateur radio? Do you have a knack for introducing and explaining the fundamental principles of our wonderful pastime to the uninitiated? If so, have you considered writing for RadCom Basics? Tim, G5TM, the RadCom Basics Editor, welcomes all suggestions. If you have ideas for future articles, email […]
The RSGB is looking for an Assistant Editor to join the team that produces its suite of RadCom publications. The successful candidate will be involved in everything from magazine production and sub-editing, to writing articles and planning content. More information is available on page 83 of the February 2025 issue of RadCom. If you are […]
