Marlborough Amateur Radio Club Repeaters
The Marlborough Amateur Radio Club (MARC) operates a network of VHF and UHF repeaters, enhancing communication coverage throughout the Marlborough region and beyond. These repeaters are strategically located to provide reliable connectivity for amateur radio operators.
2m Repeaters:
| Frequency (MHz) | Offset (kHz) | Input Frequency (MHz) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146.950 | -600 | 146.350 | The Ned, near Blenheim |
| 147.225 | +600 | 147.825 | Mount Freeth, near Picton |
| 145.600 | -600 | 145.000 | Weld Cone, near Ward* |
| 147.375 | +600 | 147.935 | Takaka Hill, near Motueka |
* May 2025 – Repeater is offline and requires repairs
These 2m repeaters are interconnected, providing extensive coverage across the region. They are also linked to the Internet Radio Linking Project (IRLP) network, with our node number: 6285.
2m Events Comms:
| Frequency (MHz) | Offset (kHz) | Input Frequency (MHz) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146.725 | -600 | 146.125 | Portable VHF Short Term Special Purpose (STSP) repeater |
| 147.225 | 0 | 147.225 | Simplex – backup events comms |
70cm Repeater:
| Frequency (MHz) | Offset (MHz) | Input Frequency (MHz) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 438.450 | -5 | 433.450 | Near Tua Marina, Wairau Valley |
Additional Equipment:
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6m Beacon: Transmitting a 1-watt signal on 50.294540 MHz from the Wither Hills, south of Blenheim. Fopr more information around beaons see: (Reverse) Beacon Network Node
For a more detailed overview of our repeater network, you can refer to the presentation by Grant, ZL2BK: Marlborough Repeaters.
NZART has maps showing all repeaters across New Zealand: https://www.nzart.org.nz/info/repeater-maps .
Note: All frequencies and offsets are in accordance with New Zealand amateur radio frequency allocations.