IRTS Radio News Bulletin Sunday August 25th, 2024

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IRTS Radio News Bulletin Sunday August 25th, 2024
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Silent Key - Ian McStay EI7CX

   We regret to announce the death of Ian McStay EI7CX. Ian was licensed
   in the mid-1970s and served on the IRTS Committee in the early 80s and
   again in the early 90s. He also served as the IRTS IARU representative
   for several years. Ian was instrumental in organising the handover of
   IRTS archive material to the National Library in 1994. He was laid to
   rest in Deansgrange Cemetery in Dublin yesterday, Saturday the 24th of
   August. We extend our deepest condolences to his wife Joan, his
   children, extended family, and his wide circle of friends and
   colleagues.
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News from the IRTS

   The Irish Radio Transmitters Society (IRTS) is thrilled to announce its
   participation in the vibrant Dublin Maker 2024 festival. This year's
   event will take place at the historic Richmond Barracks, Saint
   Michael's Estate, Dublin 8 (Eircode D08 YY05) next weekend Saturday,
   August 31st and Sunday, September 1st, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day.
   Thanks to a record-breaking turnout in 2023, Dublin Maker has expanded
   to a two-day celebration, promising even more fun and innovation. This
   dynamic `show and tell' festival showcases a diverse range of creators,
   including tech enthusiasts, crafters, educators, tinkerers, hobbyists,
   engineers, artists, science clubs, students, authors, and commercial
   exhibitors. These talented makers, from all ages and backgrounds, come
   from all over Ireland and beyond to share their passion and creativity.

   Dublin Maker aims to entertain, inform, and connect the makers of
   Ireland, inspiring the next generation of inventors and creators. The
   IRTS is excited to be part of this mission, showcasing the fascinating
   world of amateur radio and the society's efforts to promote this
   engaging hobby in Ireland and beyond. Don't miss out on this fantastic
   event! Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. Come and meet the
   IRTS team, explore the wonders of amateur radio, and discover how you
   can get involved. A big thank you to Jeffrey Roe EI7IRB for his
   invaluable assistance in making our participation possible. Mark your
   calendars and join us for a weekend full of creativity, innovation, and
   community spirit at Dublin Maker 2024.
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145 Alive Event on Sunday 29th September

   The next 145 Alive event takes place on the 29th of September from 1
   p.m. to 4 p.m. This is not a contest but is a fun activity to promote
   the use of 2-metre FM simplex. David Gardiner EI3IXB is coordinating
   net control locations and frequencies on a first come first serve
   basis. Anyone interested in getting involved as a net control station
   should contact David via email at ei3ixb /at/ gmail.com as soon as
   possible.
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HF Newsreaders Required

   HF newsreaders are required to join our current panel of newsreaders
   for the weekly Sunday morning 40m and 80m IRTS news bulletins. There is
   very little involved in reading a bulletin and no experience is
   necessary. If any licensed IRTS member living in EI feels like that
   they would be interested in becoming part of the IRTS newsreaders panel
   or if you require more information, please get in touch with the IRTS
   News Coordinator Seany EI2HZB by phone on 083 4713001 or via email to
   irts_pro /at/ irts.ie.
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IRTS SSB Field Day

   All clubs are encouraged to get involved in the upcoming IRTS SSB Field
   Day weekend. This will take place over September 7th and 8th, 2024.
   Running from 13:00 UTC on Saturday 7th until 13:00 UTC the following
   day, it is an excellent opportunity to learn more about setting up a
   station from scratch, honing your skills as an operator or contester,
   as well as having an enjoyable radio-related social occasion. You can
   find further information about this event at www.irts.ie/contests or
   through your local club.
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South Eastern Amateur Radio Group EI2WRC

   The August meeting of the EI2WRC group will take place tomorrow,
   Monday, August 26th at 8 p.m. sharp at the South East Technological
   University. Netlabs Research and Innovation Building, SETU WestCampus,
   Carriganore, Waterford. Eircode X91 WR86. Anyone that has an interest
   in amateur radio or communications in general are very welcome to come
   along. SWLs are in particular very welcome to attend.

   Seany, Shirley, Keith, and the entire EI2WRC team extend a very warm
   "C�ad M�le F�ilte" to both friends old and new to come to Bagenalstown
   on the 7th and 8th of September for a fun day out as part of the IRTS
   SSB Field Day Contest which takes place that weekend. Whether you may
   be a licensed operator, 11m operator, a SWL, or just someone who is
   just interested in the hobby, you are every welcome to come along for
   what promises to be a fun weekend. Although the weekend is the SSB
   Field Day Contest, it will be a very social weekend and a chance to
   catch up with friends. Drop by for a cup of tea and a chat. Everyone is
   very welcome! Anyone that may be coming for Shirley's Sunday Super
   Brunch must book their place by next Thursday August 29th. To book a
   place or for more info, contact Seany EI2HZB.

   For more information about EI2WRC, their activities, and for contact
   details please see www.searg.ie
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Tipperary Amateur Radio Group Meeting

   The next meeting of the Tipperary Amateur Radio Group will be held at
   The Princess Bar, Irishtown Upper, Clonmel, Co Tipperary on Wednesday
   the 28th of August 2024 at 8 p.m. The Eircode for this venue is E91
   PW90. The meeting is open to all and Short Wave Listeners are in
   particular very welcome to attend. For more information about Tipperary
   Amateur Radio Group, visit their group website at www.ei7trg.ie
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Approaching Deadline for ComReg's Radio Spectrum Management Consultation

   ComReg has an open consultation regarding a Radio Spectrum Management
   Operating Plan for 2025 to 2028. Amateur radio is a part of this
   consultation with several areas of focus of interest to consider. They
   have set a deadline of 5 p.m. next Friday, the 30th of August 2024 for
   submissions. Further information including the consultation document
   which has the reference number "ComReg 24/65" may be found via the news
   section of ComReg's website which is available at www.comreg.ie
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DX F�ile 2024 Update

   Ireland's DX convention called DX F�ile 2024 takes place at the Temple
   Gate Hotel in Ennis, Co. Clare on Saturday the 5th of October. It
   promises to be another excellent event. However, just a few places
   remain for it, and the organisers advise you to book early as this is
   expected to be another sell-out event. Enquiries should be directed to
   David EI9FBB via email at ei9fbb /at/ gmail.com.
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Items for Inclusion in Next Week's Radio News

   That is the news for this week. Items for inclusion in next week's
   radio news can be submitted by email to newsteam /at/ irts.ie for
   automatic forwarding to both the radio and printed news services. The
   deadline is midnight on Thursday.

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