Be sure to tune in to the Radio Australia enthusiasts special event Station on March 14-15 Australian Shortwave radio has played an important part in Australia’s telecommunication history. From 1939 to 2017, hundreds of communities around Australia have relied on this service for entertainment, news and local announcements. Join Radio Australia enthusiasts for this last […]
The next wave of radio listening has arrived using a new broadcasting technology called Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM). This technology is now being adapted by shortwave broadcasters around the world. DRM is fusing digital radio with analogue by creating a high quality digital replacement for current analogue radio broadcasting in the MW and SW bands. […]
Tecsun is giving away 10 tickets to the Wyong Field Day event. To enter the draw simply upload an image of yourself listening to your favorite station. See full description of how to enter below. The time has come again for radio enthusiasts and hobbyists to come together at an event that celebrates the art […]
What you need to do to prepare for a natural disaster or emergency including what essentials you will need to pack in your emergency kit. Its important to have a discussion with your family on what you would do in the event of a fire/ flood or other natural disaster event before the actual event […]
One of the oldest and trusted services. In the modern age where internet technology, social media and informational apps reign supreme the Vanuatu Broadcasting Television Corporation (VBTC) is investing AUD$12 million in upgrading its national radio service through its shortwave and medium wave (AM) service. VBTC chief executive officer, Francis Herman says In Vanuatu many […]
Radio New Zealand have a new shortwave frequency for the Region. RNZ Pacific (RNZI) provides comprehensive Pacific news coverage with the very latest Pacific stories as well as a live audio feed, podcasts, and on-demand programmes. RNZI broadcasts in digital and analogue short wave to radio stations and individual listeners across the Pacific region. The […]
During this past week with the devastating fires that have occurred throughout Australia many people have been left cut off from loved ones with roads being blocked and widespread extreme fire danger. During natural disasters, conditions can change in a second, a simple thing like a switch in the wind direction can change everything. Remaining […]
What is Digital Audio Broadcasting + (DAB+) Radio? Digital Audio Broadcasting or DAB+ as the name implies is a new digital audio broadcast technology used to provide terrestrial radio services. DAB+ offers a user experience resembling internet streaming or listening to a podcast but without a potentially costly internet connection.