ACBRO Team Inc (CB Radio)

Australian Association Of Citizens

And Band Radio Operators Inc 1980

 

ACBRO - Advocates For Australian CB Radio Clubs And Operators

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AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OF CITIZENS AND BAND RADIO OPERATORS INC. 1980
 
ACBRO has served the Citizens Band Radio Operator and Fraternity by providing a CENTRE POINT and a PORTAL to the Citizens Band Radio Service in Australia since the late 1970's. It has established itself as an advocate, advisory service, resource centre, a means of educating the "new" CBer and as a liaison between the Fraternity and the Federal Government for the benefit of all Australian Citizens Band Radio Operators. 
 
ACBRO is recognized and acknowledged by the Australian Federal Government as the "voice" to the Government and Regulatory Authorities, on behalf of all Australian CBers, Clubs and Groups to maintain, improve and oversee the Australian Citizen's Band Radio Service.
 
"One voice brings about a thought, but many voices bring about a change." - ACBRO Team Inc. 1980 
 
ACBRO publishes and distributes a Magazine called "ACBRO ACTION" that contains the latest and up-to-date information on matters pertinent to the Citizen's Band Radio Service in Australia. It is for this reason that this web site you are viewing will NOT always have a comprehensive coverage of CB related, news-worthy items. ACBRO suggest subscribing to ACBRO ACTION by way of membership to stay informed on what is happening in the CB scene in Australia, click here.

 

 
BPL THREAT TO CB RADIO AND OTHER HF USERS

Introduction

A concerted effort is being made by those with a vested interest to establish Broadband powerline (BPL) systems. Data delivered would piggy-back on the existing overhead/underground power lines as well as the power lines within the home or office. Some of the uses for BPL would include computers, printers, telephones and other telecommunications equipment. 
 
BPL over the standard power lines system causes severe interference within the 2 - 30 MHz range. Amateur radio, CB radio and other HF radio operators (VKS-737, Police, Radtel, RFDS, State Emergency Service, St John Ambulance etc.) currently enjoy interference protection legislation. The power industry wants this interference protection to be removed so as to further its own cause. BPL technology to be introduced will be to the detriment of HF users.
 
Let us express our concerns over this issue on a political level by bringing it to the attention of our Parliamentarians on a State and Federal level. Add your voice to that of ACBRO's by submitting your thoughts and opinions on the matter via ACBRO's email address or its PO Box. 
 
For further information about Broadband powerline systems click on to the following sites:
 
VKS737 (PDF file)
 
Keep up to date on the very latest news about this issue by subscribing to ACBRO ACTION magazine by way of membership to ACBRO, click here. (This web site will not always carry the latest in CB related news.)

What Is CTCSS?

by Graham, ACBRO 473

QUICK CLICKS:- Oz UHF Repeater List
Educating Businesses About UHF New To CB Radio?
Dealing With The ACA HF Channel Usage
 Oz CB Clubs' Directory UHF Channel Usage
 
Packet Radio On The CBRS
(Article courtesy of Jack, ACBRO 469)
 
Discussions on internet newsgroups have raised the issue of a possible introduction of Packet Radio to the Citizens Band Radio Service. Although the Australian Communications Authority have no proposal to introduce such a system, it deserves worthy of consideration and debate as to whether or not the CB fraternity would hold interest in having Packet Radio implemented in the future.
 
(Publication)
 
The first edition of this publication produced and distributed by The ACBRO Team Inc. in the late 1990's proved extremely popular with not only the new beginner but also with those that have been around for a while who have utilised the publication as a source of reference material. The second edition of this publication has been updated with the latest information and is available for viewing on the Net.
 
ACBRO ACTION MAGAZINE

The ACBRO ACTION magazine, has been in continuous publication and distribution since 1980. It has kept its members up-to-date on the latest news and events from around the country relevant to the CB scene. ACBRO's communications with the Australian Communications Authority (ACA) on various matters are also included in the magazine. Subscribe to ACBRO ACTION magazine by way of membership to ACBRO, click here. (This web site will not always carry the latest in CB related news.)
NEXT ACBRO MEETING

ACBRO give notice of its Annual General Meeting. All are welcome, including visitors. Whether you are a member or not please feel free to attend, perhaps bring a friend. A visitor's gallery is provided for non-members. Date: 10th of August 2008 Time: 2.00 pm Venue: Empire Hotel, 414 Prospect Road, Kilburn South Australia.. 
ON-LINE CHAT
 

Chat to an ACBRO Committee Member in real-time by clicking on the icon above. If not online, click icon on and leave a message.
THE "AMATEUR RADIO COMPANION" CD ROM

(Latest) 5th Edition out now! For product information click here. 

"Michael Todd Computers And Communications "The Amateur Radio Companion" CD Rom has been produced for the Amateur and CB Radio Operator, Scanner Enthusiast or anyone aspiring to be a "Ham?" A useful source of information about radio and electronics theory, antenna design and construction, repeater and frequency/channel lists, technical data and much more.  
"RADIO WORLD" MAGAZINE

Commercial supplier Syncro Australia, invite radio hobbyists to join the Syncro Radio Club and among other benefits and discounts receive its communications magazine, "Radio World." The bi-monthly magazine includes topics about CB Radio, Amateur Radio, Scanning and Short-wave. Radio World will be available by direct subscription by joining Syncro Australia's "Radio Club." For details and an application form, click here.

If you see anything suspicious call the 24-hour National Security Hotline

1800 123 400

www.nationalsecurity.gov.au

HELP PROTECT AUSTRALIA FROM TERRORISM

Small pieces of information from members of the public can help keep Australia safe from terrorism. Police and security agencies are working hard but you could help them complete the picture. 

What is "adelaidechat?" - It is an egroup for those living within the Adelaide metropolitan area or country South Australia or who otherwise have some type of connection to either. Come and chat with others in your state or city via email. To join the Group, please click here.
 
ACBRO is a Yahoo! Directory Listed Site, click here. Site best viewed in 800 x 600 resolution. Some links will open to a new window. ACBRO appreciates notification of any updates that may be needed to this site. ACBRO also advises that no CBers were harmed in the making of this web site.