Stay connected and engaged with the Marlborough Amateur Radio Club by joining our regular meetings and events. Whether you’re interested in club discussions, social gatherings, or on-air activities, there’s something for everyone!
Upcoming Events – marc
What: 10 Pin Bowling
When: 8th of October
⏰ Time: 7:30pm
Location: Blenheim Indoor Sports,
Battys Road, Redwoodtown, Blenheim 7201
RSVP: marcbranch22@gmail.com
What: Scout JOTA – October
When: 16~18 October
⏰ Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Description: Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) is an annual Scouting event that connects Scouts around the world with the use of amateur radio.
What: Graeme McK (ZL1BDS) on learning Morse
When: 12th of November
⏰ Time: 7:30pm
Location: EOC, Wither Road Extension, Blenheim
What: POTA/QRP
When: TBD – November
⏰ Time: TBD
Location: Various parks around Blenheim
What: End of Year Social
When: 10th of Docember
⏰ Time: 7:30pm
Location: EOC, Wither Road Extension, Blenheim
What: HamCram 2027
When: 23th and 24th of of January
⏰ Time: TBD
Location: EOC, Wither Road Extension, Blenheim
Information: Registration required. See HamCram 2027 for more information
External Events – marc
TBD
Stay tuned for special events, contests, and field days! We regularly participate in:
- Jock White Field Day (February) – A fun and challenging radio contest.
- International Lighthouse Weekend (August) – Operating from Cape Campbell Lighthouse.
For more information or updates, check out the newsletters below, contact us or join our next meeting!
Regular Meetings
What: General Meetings
When: Every 2nd Thursday of the month
⏰ Time: 19:30 hrs
Location: EOC, Wither Road Extension, Blenheim
These meetings include club updates, guest speakers, and hands-on activities related to amateur radio. All members and visitors are welcome!
What: Social Group
When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month
⏰ Time: 12:00 hrs
Location: Dodson’s Beer Garden, Dodson St., Blenheim
A relaxed, informal gathering where members can chat over lunch and share radio-related discussions.
What: Committee Meetings
When: Every 4th Thursday of the month
⏰ Time: 19:30 hrs
Location: Virtual Meeting
These meetings focus on club administration and planning. Committee members and interested club members are welcome to attend.
On-Air Radio Nets
Join our scheduled radio nets to stay connected with fellow members and practice operating skills.
What: VHF Net
When: Mondays
⏰ Time: 19:30 hrs
Access: MARC linked repeater network
Frequencies: 146.950 MHz (The Ned), 145.600 MHz (Ward), 147.225 MHz (Picton) See Repeaters Page for offsets
Net Controller: Rob Carter (ZL2IW)
All MARC repeaters are linked in simulcast, so you can join the net via any club repeater. Use the frequency with the best signal in your area.
What: HF Net
When: Tuesdays
⏰ Time: 20:30 hrs Daylight saving time or 19:30 hrs Standard time
Frequency: 3.876 MHz LSB
Engage in long-distance communication with members across the region.
Newsletters
We’re fortunate to have Caryl as the dedicated editor of our monthly newsletter, Interface. She works hard to keep everyone updated on club matters—and might even include a joke or two!
If you have any news, an interesting article, or a report on a recent event, please reach out to Caryl so she can feature it in the newsletter.
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