Amateur Radio is a fun, technical hobby for all ages.
In Australia, amateur radio is administered by the Australian
Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
ACMA amateur radio information page
ACMA information on amateur operating procedures
Exams and the issue of new callsigns are managed by the Australian Maritime College
Training courses are offered by your local amateur radio club, or on line at the Radio and Electronic School
If you are in Perth, Ham College have been providing training since 2007.