Call ZS6SRL this Saturday

The launch of the National Science Week 2005 is a culmination of a long process of intense nation-wide consultations and negotiations by the Department of Science and Technology with a number of role players involved with the education of our youth in science and technology.

"We are part of this and will demonstrate Amateur Radio on Saturday 14 May at the new Science Centre being established at the Newtown cultural precinct in Johannesburg", Graham Hartlett, ZS6GJH , President of the South African Radio League said.

The intention of the National Science Week is to showcase, celebrate, and inspire innovation in science, engineering and technology. There will be various activities throughout this week promoting interest in Science and Technology.

"The SARL will be operating a VHF and UHF station from the actual space where eventually a complete amateur radio display and station will be built", Graham said.

"I encourage radio amateurs in VHF/UHF reach to make contact with ZS6SRL and demonstrate to visitors what amateur radio is about. "This is only the start", Graham said. "We have extensive plans for the amateur radio section at the science centre which includes the training of the young science communicators who operate as guides to become licensed operators.

Courtesy of The South African Radio League

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