Volunteer Marine Rescue Gladstone
   VMR 446.  VHF Ch. 82.

Squadron Training

  • Regular Saturday morning boat crew training. | Rostered Crew | to report at base at 0800 hrs. on Saturday mornings.
  • Mid week and night training as organised by the Unit Training Coordinator.


  • Radio Operator Course. Bookings are now being taken at the base for a course. Course dates for 2011 are as follows 8th and 10th Nov. These dates are subject to change please call Jim on 49721676 for confirmation. A passport photo will be required on the night and a $10 reservation fee will be needed when booking a place. Cost to members $100 and Non members $120.


  • Navigation Course. Next course 10, 11, 12 and 13 Oct 2011. Cost for Active members Free, Associate Members $10 and Non members $20. Please bring a rubber and soft 2B lead pencil. Bookings essential. For further information contact Jim on 49721676| Try our online navigation trainer. |


  • Information Night . Next nights in 2011 are 22nd Sept, 20th Oct, 17th Nov, 15th Dec at VMRG base training room Flinders Parade

  • These nights are free to members and the general public. The format for the night is an introduction to VMR Gladstone and a local knowledge session conducted by one of the most experienced small vessel mariners in Gladstone Mr Jim Purcell. If you have any enquiries you can give Jim a call on 49721676.
     
  • First Aid and Fire Training Courses.   Check timetables at base.

  • Has your son or daughter considered a career at sea
    | Australian Maritime College |
    | A.I.M.P.E. |
    | Marine Engineer Qualifications. |
    | A.M.O.U. |
    | Deck Officer Qualifications. |
    | AMSA Course Details. |
    | Australian Shipowners Assn. |

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