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Able to cover all frequencies between 3.5 and about 10 MHz, the loop described here is directional, does not require a radial system, and stands just 1.8 metres tall. The antenna can be put together in a short time and is cheap by Peter Parker VK3YE ex VK1PK

140 feet of insulated wire, the first half of which (70 feet) is space wound on an insulated tube.

This article describes a simple but effective wide bandwidth six metre antenna

The antenna is nothing more than a simple 2.4 metre square loop drawing pinned to the internal brick wall of the spare bedroom. Yep, thats right, the inside wall of the spare bedroom - ideal for flat dwellers, hotel rooms or whinging neighbours, The loop has a simple switched inductance at the top of the square loop and uses a simple coaxial stub to tune the antenna. An additional variable capacitor placed across the feedpoint can be used to fine tune the resonance of the antenna, by Andy G0FTD

Described here is a simple multi-band magnetic loop antenna designed for 20, 30 and 40 metres, but by changing the overall length of the wire coverage of other bands is feasible

How to construct a very small but efficient Antenna with PVC Plumbing tube and discarded fruit cans. - Just the thing to fit in a small space such as the house attic

This antenna is based on a 10 Metre long fibreglass fishing pole

by Greg Weinfurtner AEE BSS

Build a longwire antenna for 50 Mhz

Attic Fan dipole antenna that allow to operate QRP from 40 metres to 10 metres, specifically 40, 20, 17, 15 & 10 meter band

Making your own 2 metre (146 MHz) 5/8th wave whip antenna

A small transmitting loop antenna for 20 metres using a aluminium bicycle wheel rim.

A simple multi-band magnetic loop antenna designed for 20, 30 and 40 metres, made from 16 feet of RG58 coax cable. The performance is impressive for its size but not meant to replace a Yagi. The antenna features a tuning head, matching unit, tuning capacitors, band change switch, and matching transformer. The feedpoint is at the bottom of the loop. The document provides detailed instructions on assembly and operation.

Described here is a simple omni-directional, vertically-polarized dipole for two meters. Made from coaxial cable, it can be rolled up and stored in a small container

VE3HCR article of a home made loop antenna for 80 meters band

VHF Antenna in a lunchbox. The magnetic loop on two metres band Lloyd Butler VK5BR

An option for restricted and limited space, to operate the six meters band with an indoor three elements yagi antenna by Brian Williams

This simple antenna is capable of remarkable results on 160, 80 and 40 metres. Forming a triangle from around 50 feet of satellite TV coaxial cable, the top of the triangle can be as low as 15 feet, and the lower side just high enough to prevent a passer by hanging themselves

M0WYM slinky dipole setup into an attic.

An EH Antenna for 10 meters by Lloyd Butler VK5BR

The page describes the construction of a simple omnidirectional, vertically-polarised dipole antenna for two metres using coaxial cable. It can be used indoors or outdoors, with no extravagant gain claims. The project is low-cost and can be completed in about 20 minutes.

An homebrewed dipole antenna for 14MHz

Design for a 5 element beam on a 23 foot boom with an unusual combination of performance characteristics

Survey of galactic synchrotron radiation at 408 MHz in the south of England using a 10 metre dish and a Dicke radiometer

A home made QRSS beacon project for the 10 MHz by VK2ZAY

80 metre ceramic resonator VXO CW Transmitter by VK1PK

A portable dipole for six meters band

A simple delta loop antenna antenna for the six metre amateur radio band

An home made SWR meter for 2.4 GHz. A DIY SWR meter that allow precise measurements and calibration of any WiFi antenna. This is test equipment everyone who build wifi antennas should have in their shack. Article is in french and include some videos.

Making your own 2 metre (146 MHz) 5/8th wave whip antenna

conversion of low band VHF Philips FM-92E to 6 metres

A lightweight inverted vee antenna that can be supported by a 10 metre long fiberglass squid pole. The antenna is designed to cover 10, 15, 20, 40 and 80 m bands.

This is an 80 metre dipole that fits in a small spac

Design for a 5 element 2 Metre beam with a forward gain of 8dBD and a front to back ratio of over 24dB.

The HB9CV is a well known two element antenna of a directional beam type with a forward gain of 4 to 5 dBd. This one is for two metres but it can be scaled, from the dimensions in the diagram, for other bands I have also made them for four and six metres

Building a 2 metre 144MHz VHF Yagi beam antenna, designed for portable use.

conversion of low band VHF Philips FM-828 E band down to 6 metres

Six metre enthusiasts might like to experiment with this ‘Zig-Zag’ four-element vertical for lofts. Brian Williams, GW0GHF

A 2-metre Quad antenna project by K6WXA in PDF file

VK2KFJ amatuer radio information pages, including packet radio, six metres, radio modifications, local repeater lists.

A delta loop antenna for the 4 meter band by GW7AAV

conversion of low band VHF AWA 25M-1 carphone onto 6 metres.

UKSMG news, message board, and articles dedicated to encouraging amateur radio on 50MHz around the world.

Magnetic loop for 20 to 6 metres pedestrian mobile by VK3YE

The 2 metre fox-or transmitter is a small low power transmitter which mounts in a small plasic pipe and runs off two AA batteries. The board measures just 12mm by 70mm.

conversion of low band VHF AWA RT-85 transceiver down to 6 metres.

A homemade 10 element Yagi Beam Antenna for 50 Mhz by Rod Mackintosh, a NBS Yagi on a 13.2 metre boom.

conversion of low band VHF AWA 25M-22 carphone onto 6 metres.

11 metres d.x. group northeast england.

Presents a detailed compilation of **6-meter** voice repeaters operating within the 53-54 MHz segment across Australia (VK) and New Zealand (ZL), providing essential data for local and visiting radio amateurs. Each entry specifies the repeater's output and input frequencies, its assigned callsign (where applicable), the primary service area, current operational status (e.g., operational, under construction, scrapped), and a **Maidenhead grid locator**. The resource also includes the date the repeater was last heard or updated, offering insights into its recent activity. This listing is meticulously maintained by VK2KFJ, who updates entries based on personal observations and confirmed reports from other operators. It serves as a practical reference for hams seeking to utilize the 6-meter band for local communication via repeaters, particularly for those engaged in mobile or portable operations within the specified regions. The data helps operators configure their transceivers correctly for accessing these vital communication hubs. Beyond the repeater details, the page also notes common 6-meter FM voice simplex frequencies, such as the 52.525 MHz international call frequency, and lists historical packet simplex frequencies, though their current operational status is uncertain. This comprehensive approach ensures that operators have a broad overview of 6-meter activity in VK and ZL.