Manawatū Amateur Radio Society (MARS)
Welcome to the Manawatū Amateur Radio Society! As Branch 20 of the New Zealand Association of Radio Transmitters (NZART), we proudly operate under the callsign ZL2KO for all our club activities.
Our clubrooms are a hub of activity where we meet regularly, and we’d love for you to join us! Check our club calendar for details on in-person meetings. We also host weekly radio nets on both VHF and HF frequencies, plus a relaxed coffee meetup every Monday morning, offering various ways to connect with fellow members.
If you’re looking to learn a new skill and have some fun, come along as a visitor—everyone is welcome, whether you’re a gent, lady, or young enthusiast! We offer training courses to help you gain your amateur radio license (with no minimum age), and we hold at least one sales day each year for buying and selling second-hand equipment.
Amateur Radio, or “ham radio,” is all about experimenting and communicating through a diverse range of technologies, including satellites, the Internet, and even beams of light! In New Zealand, you can become a licensed ham through Radio Spectrum Management (RSM). Once licensed, you can operate two-way radio equipment from home, your vehicle, or practically anywhere in the country—and often even while overseas! The possibilities are endless: from sending TV pictures and connecting through amateur radio satellites to having friendly chats with people around the world.
Join our vibrant community of radio enthusiasts who share a passion for communication, technology, and camaraderie. Whether you’re an experienced operator or just starting out, our society is a welcoming environment for everyone. A key part of our mission is supporting Search and Rescue through AREC (learn more at https://arec.nz/).
Become part of our supportive network, contribute to community initiatives, and enjoy the thrill of making connections across the globe. Discover the joy of amateur radio with us—your adventure starts here! Join the Manawatū Amateur Radio Society today!
Our clubrooms are a hub of activity where we meet regularly, and we’d love for you to join us! Check our club calendar for details on in-person meetings. We also host weekly radio nets on both VHF and HF frequencies, plus a relaxed coffee meetup every Monday morning, offering various ways to connect with fellow members.
If you’re looking to learn a new skill and have some fun, come along as a visitor—everyone is welcome, whether you’re a gent, lady, or young enthusiast! We offer training courses to help you gain your amateur radio license (with no minimum age), and we hold at least one sales day each year for buying and selling second-hand equipment.
Amateur Radio, or “ham radio,” is all about experimenting and communicating through a diverse range of technologies, including satellites, the Internet, and even beams of light! In New Zealand, you can become a licensed ham through Radio Spectrum Management (RSM). Once licensed, you can operate two-way radio equipment from home, your vehicle, or practically anywhere in the country—and often even while overseas! The possibilities are endless: from sending TV pictures and connecting through amateur radio satellites to having friendly chats with people around the world.
Join our vibrant community of radio enthusiasts who share a passion for communication, technology, and camaraderie. Whether you’re an experienced operator or just starting out, our society is a welcoming environment for everyone. A key part of our mission is supporting Search and Rescue through AREC (learn more at https://arec.nz/).
Become part of our supportive network, contribute to community initiatives, and enjoy the thrill of making connections across the globe. Discover the joy of amateur radio with us—your adventure starts here! Join the Manawatū Amateur Radio Society today!
How to Join
For information on how to join our club, please reach out to our admin team via email at info@zl2ko.org.nz. We’re here to help and look forward to hearing from you!
Membership Fees
Our annual subscription rates are as follows: $50 for individual full members and $60 for family memberships. Membership is valid from October 1 of each year until September 30 of the following year.
Payments can be made via cash, online banking, or automatic payment for your convenience. If you find the annual payment challenging, we offer an alternative payment plan: full members can opt for five installments of $10, while family subscriptions can be paid in six installments of $10 each. We’re committed to making membership accessible for everyone!
Payments can be made via cash, online banking, or automatic payment for your convenience. If you find the annual payment challenging, we offer an alternative payment plan: full members can opt for five installments of $10, while family subscriptions can be paid in six installments of $10 each. We’re committed to making membership accessible for everyone!
When and where we meet
Join us for our general meetings held at the clubrooms located at 65 Totara Road, Palmerston North 4412. We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 PM (1930 hours) and again on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 2:00 PM (1400 hours). We look forward to seeing you there!
Location
65 Totara Road, Awapuni, Palmerston North 4412, New Zealand