Bayside District Amateur Radio Society

September General Meeting

The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 7th September, 🕖 Arrival: 7:00 PM 🕢 Meeting Start: 7:30 PM. 📍 Location: Redlands Museum (use the side entrance near the carpark). Come along and get involved! We’ll be presenting the outcome from the August Committee meeting and be including a look ahead at events, fundraising and a show ‘n tell session with coffee, tea and biscuits....

September General Meeting The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 7th September, 🕖 Arrival: 7:00 PM 🕢 Meeting Start: 7:30 PM. 📍 Location: Redlands Museum (use the side entrance near the…

Tech / Social Night

Our next Tech/Social meeting will be held at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 17th August, with doors opening at 7:00 PM for a 7:30 PM start. Members and visitors alike — including non-members — are always very welcome. We’ll kick off the night with a brief club update, where you’ll hear the latest news, developments, and plans from within the group. ...

Tech / Social Night Our next Tech/Social meeting will be held at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 17th August, with doors opening at 7:00 PM for a 7:30 PM start. Members and visitors alike — including non-members …

International Lighthouse / Lightship Weekend

We are planning to support and participate in the ILLW - 2026 event on the weekend of August 15th/16th. BDARS has a history of being part of this event and we’ll continue this tradition by taking part on Saturday August 15th from Cleveland Point (near the lighthouse). We’ll be picking up the equipment on Saturday morning at the museum around 7:00ish, and we should be on site at Cleveland Point soon after - reserving our spot and setting up....

International Lighthouse / Lightship Weekend We are planning to support and participate in the ILLW – 2026 event on the weekend of August 15th/16th. BDARS has a history of being part of this event and we’ll continue this tradition by t…

Redlands Coast Museum Mighty Machines

The Bayside and Districts Amateur Radio Society (BDARS) proudly participated in the Redlands Coast Museum Mighty Machines Monday, 10 August 2026. The Museum’s Community Day was held as part of its broader efforts to establish itself as a significant tourist attraction in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympic Games. The event also provided an opportunity to recognise and highlight the valuable contribution made by local community organisations, businesses and the emergency services involved in our region....

Redlands Coast Museum Mighty Machines The Bayside and Districts Amateur Radio Society (BDARS) proudly participated in the Redlands Coast Museum Mighty Machines Monday, 10 August 2026. The Museum’s Community Day was held as part of its…

August General Meeting

The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 3rd August, 🕖 Arrival: 7:00 PM 🕢 Meeting Start: 7:30 PM. 📍 Location: Redlands Museum (use the side entrance near the carpark). Come along and be part of the conversation as we look ahead to the future of our Club, the Clubhouse, and Mt Cotton. We’ll also take time to celebrate our recent achievements and share the exciting plans on the horizon....

August General Meeting The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 3rd August, 🕖 Arrival: 7:00 PM 🕢 Meeting Start: 7:30 PM. 📍 Location: Redlands Museum (use the side entrance near the ca…

Saturday BBQ at the Clubhouse

The Victoria Point clubhouse was buzzing again this Saturday morning with hands-on projects, lively conversation and plenty of collaboration. From the moment the doors opened, members were busy tinkering, testing equipment, sharing ideas and catching up over coffee. If you weren't there, you missed a fantastic morning that showcased everything that makes our club such a great community. Whether your interest is vintage radios, the latest technology or simply enjoying good company, there was something for everyone....

Saturday BBQ at the Clubhouse The Victoria Point clubhouse was buzzing again this Saturday morning with hands-on projects, lively conversation and plenty of collaboration. From the moment the doors opened, members were busy ti…

Tech/Social night

Our next Tech/Social meeting at the Redland Museum is on Monday 20th July, 7:00PM for 7:30PM start. Members and visitors (non members) are always welcomed. Location: The main talk of the evening will be presented by our keen field operations expert Scott VK4MGL. Scott's talks are always informative, entertaining and of practical use. Scott plans to cover several topics including:-...

Tech/Social night Our next Tech/Social meeting at the Redland Museum is on Monday 20th July, 7:00PM for 7:30PM start. Members and visitors (non members) are always welcomed. Location: The main talk of the evening w…

Bunnings BBQ Fundraiser July ’26

BDARS BBQ Bonanza – A Sizzling Success (With Extra Thanks to Martin & Eddie!) A heartfelt thank-you to all the volunteers who helped out at the Bunnings BBQ today - our second fundraising BBQ for the year. Events like this wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of Bunnings and the incredible support from our volunteers. Their efforts help keep the club running strong, funding our activities and maintaining our infrastructure....

Bunnings BBQ Fundraiser July ’26 BDARS BBQ Bonanza – A Sizzling Success (With Extra Thanks to Martin & Eddie!) A heartfelt thank-you to all the volunteers who helped out at the Bunnings BBQ today – our second fundraisin…

July General Meeting

The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 6th July, Arrival: 7:00 PM, Meeting Start: 7:30 PM. Location: Redlands Museum (please use the side entrance near the carpark). All members and visitors are warmly invited to come along. Come along and get involved! We’ll be presenting a look back at our recent successes and discussing our upcoming plans for the Club, the Museum, and Mt Cotton....

July General Meeting The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 6th July, Arrival: 7:00 PM, Meeting Start: 7:30 PM. Location: Redlands Museum (please use the side entrance near the carpa…

Tech/Social night June

Our next Tech/Social meeting at the Redlands Coast Museum is on Monday 15th June, 7:00PM for 7:30PM start. Join us for an engaging and community-filled night, where innovation, exploration, and local connection take center stage. Whether you're a regular member, a curious visitor, or have a passion for all things technical, this evening promises to inspire and inform. All are welcome!...

Tech/Social night June Our next Tech/Social meeting at the Redlands Coast Museum is on Monday 15th June, 7:00PM for 7:30PM start. Join us for an engaging and community-filled night, where innovation, exploration, and lo…