Shortwave is far from silent. From new transmitters humming to life in the Pacific, to hobbyists catching signals from the other side of the world, there’s been plenty happening lately on the bands. Here’s a look at some of the most interesting updates. New Voices on the Airwaves: Shortwave Australia Over the past few weeks, […]
We’ve all been there — sitting on the couch, phone in hand, scrolling endlessly on our phones. What starts out as a quick check of FB turns into 40 minutes lost with nothing to show for it. Social media is designed to keep both kids and adults glued to the screen. But what’s the real […]
On 1 August 2025, China’s National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) announced the release of its new official industry standard, GY/T 423-2025: Technical Specifications for Medium and Short-Wave Digital Sound Broadcasting, which had been issued a few days earlier on 29 July 2025. This move marks the formal adoption of the international Digital Radio Mondiale […]
Long before smartphones and streaming services, Australians gathered around the radio—an elegant box of valves and wires that brought the world into their living rooms. This Throwback Thursday, we’re tuning into the golden age of vintage radios and the role they played in shaping Aussie culture. When Radios Ruled the Nation From the 1930s to […]
Each year, thousands of Australian amateur radio operators power up their rigs in mid-August—not just for the thrill of making contacts, but to honour a legacy. This year’s Remembrance Day Contest will be held over the weekend of August 16–17, bringing together radio amateurs across VK, ZL and P29 call areas for one of the […]
How Australians Continue to Make This Hobby Their Own In a country as vast and varied as Australia, shortwave radio has long played a quiet but powerful role. It’s more than a hobby—it’s been a lifeline, a companion, and a source of connection for countless Australians, from remote stations in the outback to coastal towns […]
Shortwave enthusiasts around the world may have noticed a recent increase in activity from Russian military commandment network commonly known as “The Buzzer”. The Buzzer operates 24/7 on 4625Khz using USB mode and uses male and female announcers. The station has been operating in various forms and under a variety of callsigns since the 1970’s. […]
Each year on April 25, Australians and New Zealanders pause to remember the courage and sacrifice of the ANZACs—those who served in the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. ANZAC Day is more than a commemoration of the Gallipoli landings in 1915; it’s a time to honour all who’ve served across generations. For shortwave radio […]
If you’re an amateur radio enthusiast looking to elevate your setup, there’s one combination that stands out: the Xiegu G90 HF SDR Transceiver and the Xiegu VG4 4-Band Ground Plane Antenna. Whether you’re chasing DX contacts or simply enjoying the art of radio communication, these two pieces of gear together offer an outstanding balance of […]
We recently mentioned in our newsletter this fantastic service from RNZ. We recently came across an update on the RNZ website about their Cyclone Watch Service for the 2024-2025 cyclone season. RNZ Pacific has updated its on-air frequencies for the South Pacific tropical cyclone season, which runs from November 2024 until the end of April […]