Australian 406 MHz Distress Beacon Information

	REGISTER Registration is free Register your 406 MHz distress beacon with AMSA to assist the search and rescue response. Register online (preferred and fastest option) , by email or fax. For those who already have a registered 406 MHz distress beacon, you can also update your details online. [more]

	SWITCH Avoid the rush 121.5 MHz distress beacons will no longer be detected by satellite after 1 February 2009. Switch to a digital 406 MHz distress beacon now. [more]

	LISTEN Matthew Hayden Australian test batsman Matthew Hayden talks about the switch to 406. [more]

	DISPOSAL Be responsible Unwanted beacons can now be disposed of at no cost by placing them in collection bins in any of the Battery World stores around Australia. [more]

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