NOTE! These channels are monitored by volunteers and volunteer organisations. Coverage may not be extensive in many regions, although groups are working to extend the monitoring capability of 5/35 repeaters. If you need to rely on CB to call for help, and you can’t receive a response on the emergency channels, try other local channels including the road channel (UHF 40), or local repeaters. If necessary you can always transfer your call to the emergency channels to free up the other channel for normal use. Calling triple-zero (000) from a mobile or fixed line phone will always be the better option to call for help as it allows you to speak directly with the emergency service. For outback regions, HF radio on the VKS-737 Radio Network or Austravel Safety Net will offer better coverage.
More Info
- ACMA CB class licence information
- Phone us: 0448 402 359.
- Phone ACMA: 1300 850 115.
| UHF CB 80 channel plan | 5349 Downloads | |
| Fact Sheet 01 – Emergency Channels | 1462 Downloads |
Law References
The following Commonwealth legislation was referenced on this page (where possible a link to the legislation has been provided):
- Radiocommunications (Citizen Band Radio Stations) Class Licence 2015
- section 6(a)
- Radiocommunications Act 1992
- section 132(3)
- sections 46 & 47
- section 194
- Radiocommunications (Interpretation) Determination 2015
- Schedule 1