Bayside District Amateur Radio Society

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…

Redlands Coast Museum Open Day ’26

The Bayside and Districts Amateur Radio Society (BDARS) proudly participated in the Redlands Coast Museum Open Day on Saturday, 30 May 2026. The Open Day formed part of the Museum's efforts to promote itself as a key tourist attraction in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympic Games, while also showcasing the important role that local community groups play in the Redlands region....

Redlands Coast Museum Open Day ’26 The Bayside and Districts Amateur Radio Society (BDARS) proudly participated in the Redlands Coast Museum Open Day on Saturday, 30 May 2026. The Open Day formed part of the Museum’s efforts …

June General Meeting

The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 1st June, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are welcome. Location: (please use the side entrance). Apart from the normal general business meeting, Vice-President John VK4JBE plans to present another Did -You-Know presentation on USB Tricks & Traps! We'll also have time for our popular…...

June General Meeting The club’s next General Meeting is at the Redlands Coast Museum on Monday 1st June, with a 7:00PM arrival for a 7:30PM start. All members and visitors are welcome. Location: (please use the side e…

Striking Insights: Students, Scientists and BDARS

For three teams of multidisciplinary undergraduates at the University of Queensland it was a big day - it was their moment to present the outcomes of the projects they had been working on all semester. The project was of course the "Lightning Detector Network'. Kindly invited by BDARS member Professor Adrian Panow VK4BCF, who facilitated the project, Martin VK4MCU, Paul VK4PLY and Bob VK4YA battled the morning traffic to attend the exhibition, arriving almost on time....

Striking Insights: Students, Scientists and BDARS For three teams of multidisciplinary undergraduates at the University of Queensland it was a big day – it was their moment to present the outcomes of the projects they had been working on al…

Saturday at the Clubhouse

The Victoria Point clubhouse was full of life again today, with members gathering for another enjoyable session of radio talk, technical projects, and great company. The atmosphere throughout the morning was relaxed, friendly, and full of enthusiasm as conversations and demonstrations unfolded across the room. There was plenty happening for members and visitors alike. From traditional radio interests through to emerging technologies, the clubhouse is…...

Saturday at the Clubhouse The Victoria Point clubhouse was full of life again today, with members gathering for another enjoyable session of radio talk, technical projects, and great company. The atmosphere throughout the …