Hire of EPIRBs
EPIRB - Electronic Position
Indicating Radio Beacons (half size)
Service Tasmania operates a commercial EPIRB hiring service for all outdoor pursuit enthusiasts.
Units are able to be hired from Service Tasmania shops in Hobart, Launceston, Burnie and Devonport - phone 1300 135 513
You will need to present photo identification when collecting your EPIRB.
Hires will be on a weekly basis (7 days increments) with a fee of $30.00 per seven days. No refunds are available under any circumstances.
To speed up your hire, download the hire form [PDF 89 Kb] and present this at the Service Tasmania counter. Please ensure that you read the terms and conditions of hire.
All walkers are urged to ensure they always walk within their capabilities. Walk with suitably experienced friends, watch the weather and make your intentions known to family and friends. Ensure they have enough details to aid rescue organisations should you not return by your due date.
Read our online "Before You Walk" information before you set out.
EPIRBs can also be hired from www.epirbhire.com.au. They also hire satellite phones.
Further Information
If you would like additional information about EPIRBs the
Federation of Victorian Bushwalking Clubs has an excellent site.
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority hosts a web site on distress beacons (EPIRBs), with information on the change in 2009 from the analogue 121.5 MHz to the digital 406 MHz distress beacon.