[44net] VK AMPR Co-ordinator

Hi All, For info for those who knew Sam Scafe, VK4AA, who was the Australian AMPRnet Co-ordinator. SILENT KEY: - Samantha Scafe VK4AA Samantha went Silent Key on Saturday March 22nd at home in Cairns following complications from cellulitis interacting with a compromised respiratory system. Samantha had recently been in hospital a number of times but appeared to be improving before her health took a final dive. Samantha was one of the pioneers of Packet Radio networking in Queensland being one of the first to introduce the concept of data wormholes with the Aussie Wide Packet Radio Network. A move from the Gold Coast to Cairns found Samantha’s business become a ISP and Web Host/Design concern, including providing the backup site for the WIA News and QNEWS data files. Samantha and partner Colleen were also well known in autosports circles as CAMS Stewards, with many RadioAmateurs interacting with them at rallies and hillclimbs. Samantha also ran the Cairns APRS gateway for years and provided technical support for repeater builders around the country. The Australian Amateur Radio Service has suffered a great loss with Samantha’s passing and we pass on heartfelt condolences to partner Colleen and family. Vale Samantha Scafe VK4AA, Silent Key. As a result, VK needs someone with AMPRnet and TCP/IP kwowledge and experience to volunteer to take on this role. If you think you are able to do this, or know someone who possibly could, please contact Chris, G1FEF asap. Currently VK does not have anyone to do the day to day co-ordination or issuance of 44. addresses. Regards, Gary VK4ZGB