Goldfields Connections: The Central Goldfields Amateur Radio Group

The Central Goldfields Amateur Radio Group, operating under the callsigns VK3BI and VK3CC, is based at 89 Orme Street, Avoca, Victoria, 3467. The club began on April 5th, 2002, with 10 members and has since grown to include 25 members. As of January 1st, 2014, the club restructured as a Group, welcoming both Full call and Foundation members, as well as visitors.

The Central Goldfields Amateur Radio Group actively engages with other clubs for interclub activities, fostering a broader community spirit within amateur radio. They also encourage members to present on topics of interest; those wishing to do so are invited to contact the President or Secretary.

The Group maintains regular on-air nets:

• HF Net: Tuesday nights on 3.650 MHz at 7:15 pm AEST or 8:15 pm AEDST.
• VHF Net: Wednesday nights at 8:00 pm on the VK3RWA repeater (147.100 MHz with a 91.5 Hz tone). Their simplex frequency is 147.475 MHz.

In addition to their on-air activities, the Group holds monthly lunches, and all are welcome to attend. Contact phone numbers are provided below.

The Central Goldfields Amateur Radio Group meets at their address: 89 Orme Street, Avoca, Victoria, 3467.

Information regarding Training Courses and Assessment is not explicitly detailed in the provided text. For inquiries about training, please contact the club using the phone number listed for the training and assessment contact.

You can connect with the Central Goldfields Amateur Radio Group at:

• Address: 89 Orme Street, Avoca, Victoria, 3467
• Phone: 03 5465 3523 or 0400 879 922

The dedicated committee members include:

• President: Nick Angelo VK3UCK (0423 708 219)
• Secretary: Jeff Rickerby VK3JHR (03 5465 3523 or 0400 879 922)
• Treasurer: Jeff Rickerby VK3JHR (0400 879 922)

The Central Goldfields Amateur Radio Group provides a welcoming environment and regular activities for amateur radio enthusiasts in the Avoca and surrounding areas.