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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
"CΘad Møle Fßilte" 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 FΘile 2024 Update

Ireland's DX convention called DX FΘile 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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