Radio & Technology

The R&T team provides support to Scouts WA members through:

• Workshops and activities for youth members focusing on both the Outdoor Adventure Skills (OAS) and the Special Interest Areas (SIA);
• Training and education action in radio and communications skills including courses and assessments for marine and Amateur a radio qualifications;
• Provision of radio communications support at Scout events by way of Land Mobile Radio equipment;
• Support for the JOTA-JOTI radio and communication event in October each year

Course and workshops are advertised regularly, and members can login and book these activities though ScoutMap.

Amateur Radio

For those who hold an amateur radio qualification, we operate a VHF 2m repeater that covers much of the Perth Metro area, especially Scouts, Guides and young people to meet and talk. You can find VK6RSH on 146.975 MHz.

Radio Workshop Dates for 2024

Further details about each activity can be found here and bookings can be made through ScoutMap or by emailing events@scoutswa.com.au

Amateur Radio Training

Our next Foundation Amateur Radio Licence course is to be held on 15-16 June 2024. See ScoutMap for more information.

Marine Radio Training

We regularly hold Marine Operator’s Training (SROCP) courses. Check ScoutMap any upcoming dates.

JOTA-JOTI – Jamboree On The Air – Jamboree On The Internet

Visit our dedicated JOTA-JOTI page for more information about this world-wide Scouting and Guiding event, held on the third full weekend in October each year.

Radio requests

To request the use of Scouts WA owned radio equipment at a Scout event please contact us by email: radio@scoutswa.com.au

For general enquires please contact the Radio and Technology team by email: radio@scoutswa.com.au