Frequently Asked Questions
1. Use of the
Otago Maritime VHF network. We depend on membership and volunteers to continue
operating our three linked repeaters (Ch 62, 64, 66) covering the Otago coast.
You can join by phoning 0800 837 2346, or sending your subscription to OMVHF
Assn, PO Box 2120, South Dunedin
2. Trip Reports. Our network is staffed by volunteers
who may not always be available. Otago Harbour Control (Ch 14) will take TRs on
our network if there is no response from our operators. If a TR cannot be taken
on our network we advise calling ‘Chalmers Maritime Radio’ on Ch 16.
3. Call signs. Call signs are assigned
to a vessel not a person and should always
be used in an emergency situation. Vessels using VHF (or SSB) are legally
required to have a call sign.
4. The scheduled times for Marine Forecasts & Shore Station
Reports are – 0700, 1200, 1900 hours.
5. Shore
station weather reports. We suggest the following template
for weather reports – clouds, conditions (atmospheric, sea), wind (strength,
direction), barometric pressure, temperature, tide (if applicable).
6. Representation on the Committee. There is provision in
our rules for group representation on the committee. At present the Otago Yacht
Club, Tautuku Fishing Club and the Port Chalmers Yacht Club have
representatives. More would be welcome.
