ABC launches ABC Radio Australia service and signs MOU in Nauru

The Central Pacific state of Nauru is the latest location in the expansion of ABC Radio Australia’s FM transmission service, now available for residents on 90.0FM.

In partnership with the Nauru Media Bureau (NMB), ABC Radio Australia has launched its full FM radio service, featuring a growing schedule of programs including the latest in Pacific news, music and sports, as well as conversations about culture, health, faith and science.

The ABC has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NMB, building on a long history of engagement between the organisations, including the sharing of ABC NEWS on Nauru Radio and the transmission of ABC Australia television content on Nauru TV.

ABC International Head Claire M. Gorman said: “After many years of partnership with Nauru and the NMB, we’re proud to announce an MOU with NMB and the launch of a 24-hour dedicated ABC Radio Australia FM service, showcasing the comprehensive range of Pacific news and content that ABC Radio Australia has to offer.”

ABC International Services Manager Nesryn Bouziane, who co-hosted a launch and MOU signing ceremony in Nauru with the NMB, said: “We’re excited for new audiences across Nauru to hear and engage with ABC Radio Australia. The launch of the new FM service and the ABC’s MOU with NMB will lead to greater cross-cultural exchange of ideas and information, deepening connections and friendships between the people of Australia and Nauru.”

Nauru Minister for Media the Hon. Shadlog Bernicke, who co-hosted the launch and signing of the MOU, said: “I am extremely proud to announce the new MOU between Nauru Media Bureau & ABC Radio, further strengthening the longstanding relationship we share with the ABC family. We are committed to always bringing the best services and content to the people of Nauru and the launch of this new FM service is a testimony to our commitment. We are excited to share the fantastic array of content that the ABC has to offer with our beloved audience.”

The new Nauru service follows recent ABC Radio Australia launches in Palau and Pohnpei in Micronesia in the northern Pacific. Further Pacific locations will be added to ABC Radio Australia’s FM footprint in coming months including Tuvalu, Kiribati, the Cook Islands and the Marshall Islands.

WAYS TO LISTEN:

There are multiple ways to listen to ABC Radio Australia – live via internet streaming or in your area through 24-hour FM stations or catch up with full episodes on ABC Pacific online.

David Marr to host RN Late Night Live

One of the nation’s most influential and respected journalists, David Marr, will take over as host of RN’s Late Night Live until the end of the year following the retirement of veteran presenter Phillip Adams after 33 years.

David Marr is a Walkley Award winning journalist whose career has included editing The National Times, and reporting at The Bulletin, Fairfax, The Guardian and the ABC where he hosted Media Watch, was an investigative journalist at Four Corners, and presented arts programs.

A successful author, David’s most recent book Killing for Country: A Family Story has been critically acclaimed since its release, while his biographies of Nobel winning Australian author Patrick White and former Chief Justice Sir Garfield Barwick are among his many contributions to Australian journalism and letters.

David has built a career as one of the nation’s leading commentators on current affairs, culture, media and the law and will bring his signature quick wit to the task.

Of his new gig, David said, “I’m honoured and terrified. It’s going to be a ball”.

RN Manager Dina Rosendorff said replacing Phillip Adams after such an unrivalled career on the ABC airwaves was never going to be an easy task.

“While we celebrate Phillip’s career it is also exciting to welcome David, who I’m sure will resonate with the most intellectual and loyal radio audience in the country, the Gladdies and Poddies.

“David is the right combination of intellect, curiosity and, of course, a wicked sense of humour. We are all delighted that he’s agreed to take up this role until the end of the year.”

Phillip’s last broadcast will be on June 27. David starts with LNL on July 15.

ABC Radio Perth turns 100

ABC Radio Perth will celebrate 100 years of radio in Western Australia on Tuesday, 4 June 2024 with special broadcast plans set to roll out across the week.

Celebrations kick off in Breakfast with Mark Gibson featuring interviews with Perth radio legend Earl Reeve and iconic media personality Susannah Carr.

The Morning program, hosted by Nadia Mitsopoulos, will do a special live broadcast at the State Library of Western Australia, coinciding with the launch of a display on the history of 6WF Radio.

Featuring music selected from the first broadcast in 1924, performed live by the Perth Symphony Orchestra, the program will outline more about the history of radio in WA.

Throughout the week, ABC Radio Perth will continue to feature some of WA’s most familiar and well-loved radio voices.

To top off the week, ABC Perth will throw open its doors to the public on Saturday June 8, from 9am – 2.30pm for an Open House.

ABC Radio Perth manager Danielle Benda said radio had played a central role in the lives of so many Western Australians since its inception.

“When you think of the isolation of so many people in WA — especially 100 years ago — music, news and information from ‘the wireless’ would have been invaluable,” she said.

“Over the years 6WF won a place in our hearts and homes as company and reassurance in times of deep difficulty and uncertainty as well as in joy and celebration.

“ABC Radio is proud to continue to broadcast in that great tradition providing great company, excellent news services, good music and comprehensive sports coverage to audiences in Perth and throughout WA.”

Radio 6WF – still the call sign of 720 ABC Radio Perth – made its first transmission on the evening of June 4, 1924, with a speech from then-Premier Philip Collier and a program of light music and live entertainment.

Established by Westralian Farmers’ Co-operative Ltd (Wesfarmers), 6WF was the first high powered radio station in WA, broadcasting agricultural information to farmers and to provide contact with the wider world.

Tune in on ABC Perth or on the ABC listen app.

ABC Tasmania reporters scoop state media awards, including journalist of the year

The ABC has won seven out of 13 categories at the Tasmanian Media Awards, including journalist of the year for Jessica Moran and Chris Rowbottom.

Moran and Rowbottom won for their body of work on Tasmania’s racing industry.

Along with their ABC colleagues Andy Burns and Charlotte King, they also took home best news story, best sports coverage and public service journalism at the awards announcement in Hobart on Friday night.

The ABC’s Clancy Balen was named best new journalist, with the judges praising his finessed work and use of new media platforms. Adam Langenberg won best health reporting for his ability to break high-quality health stories as well as sensitively tell the stories of those affected by health system failures, while Selina Ross was declared the winner of the best arts reporting prize thanks to an array of exclusive stories that appealed to a broad audience.

The judges said the body of work that won Moran and Rowbottom the Journalist of the Year Award was based on solid, fearless journalism.

“Curiosity sparked their initial interest, their investigations led to a range of solid, news-breaking reports which are an exemplar of quality public interest journalism,” the judges said.

“Their reporting involved ‘mud on boots’ journalism, the cultivation of dozens of sources, and the use of Right to Know laws — which unveiled uncomfortable truths in a lucrative industry.”

The ABC fielded a total of 34 finalists in the awards, which recognise creative and courageous acts of factually based journalism that seek the truth and give new insight to an issue.

The full list of ABC finalists and winners:

2024 JOURNALIST OF THE YEAR

•    Jessica Moran, Chris Rowbottom, ‘Tasmania’s Racing Industry’ — WINNER

Judges’ citation: “Chris and Jess’s reports were based on solid, fearless journalism. Curiosity sparked their initial interest, their investigations led to a range of solid, news-breaking reports which are an exemplar of quality public interest journalism. Their reporting involved ‘mud on boots’ journalism, the cultivation of dozens of sources, and the use of Right to Know laws — which unveiled uncomfortable truths in a lucrative industry.”

BEST NEW JOURNALIST

•    Clancy Balen WINNER

Judges’ citation: “The judges have awarded Clancy Balen the title of Best New Journalist for his outstanding contributions to the field. His stories, crafted with a finesse that belies his newcomer status, captivated the judges with their depth, clarity, and relevance. The judges were also impressed with Clancy’s use of new media platforms, seamlessly integrating multimedia elements to enhance the storytelling experience.”

•    Rebecca Pridham FINALIST

BEST NEWS STORY

•    Chris Rowbottom, Jessica Moran, Andy Burns, Charlotte King, Andy Burns, ‘Inside a Racing Juggernaut: How One Trainer Dominates the Nation’s Harness Industry’ – WINNER

Judges’ citation: “‘Inside a racing juggernaut’ broke open Tasmania’s troubled harness racing industry, sending shockwaves through sporting circles and beyond. The story showcased in-depth research and hard-won insider knowledge and triggered legal action and inquiries that continued more than a year later. Its compelling presentation ensured a broad audience.”

•    Jano Gibson, ‘Collision Course: The debacle impacting Australia’s Antarctic icebreaker’ FINALIST

ARTS REPORTING

•    Lucille Cutting – FINALIST

‘Exploring Tasmania and Japan’s relationship through a 1990’s Japanese multimillion dollar box office film Tasmania Story’.

•    Selina Ross, body of work – WINNER

Judges’ citation: “The judges were unanimous in naming Selina Ross first for her very strong intention to take her audience deeper, for her endeavours to appeal to different audiences, and for going the extra mile in achieving exclusivity, fairness and balance. Successful in pitching all three stories, Selina’s reports enabled arts stories to achieve a well-deserved wider relevance.”

SPORTS COVERAGE

•    Jessica Moran, Chris Rowbottom, Andy Burns, Charlotte King,‘Stacking the Odds: Inside a Tasmanian harness racing juggernaut’WINNER

Judges’ citation: “Exceptional example of persistence, attention to detail and newsroom teamwork to break an exclusive story with widespread and ongoing ramifications beyond the racing industry. The reporters are to be commended for their curiosity being piqued by a daily news event that spawned such significant reports, on the back of admirable tenacity and commitment.”

•    Chris Rowbottom, body of work – FINALIST

HEALTH REPORTING

•    Adam LangenbergWINNER

Judges’ citation: “High-level mix of news breaking on this critical round, with a human touch. Excellent use of contacts and knowledge of issues to break stories while bringing the reader into the lives of people affected by the state’s health crisis. Well written, researched and presented.”

•    Fiona Blackwood – FINALIST

•    Kim Napier, Breaking the SilenceFINALIST

PUBLIC SERVICE JOURNALISM

•    Jessica Moran, Chris Rowbottom, Andy Burns, Charlotte King, ‘Stacking the Odds: Inside a Tasmanian harness racing juggernaut’ – WINNER

Judges’ citation: “The team who worked on the winning entry displayed considerable fortitude, determination and endurance. What began with a routine report on an accident in a regional area, unfurled into a multi-faceted, months-long investigation that hinged on gaining the trust of key sources in an environment famed for its distrust of the media. Its impact is clear, ongoing and demonstrates the continued importance of old fashioned, shoe leather journalism.”

•    Jano Gibson, ‘Collision Course: The debacle impacting Australia’s Antarctic icebreaker’ – FINALIST

BEST NEWS IMAGE

•    Maren Preuss, ‘Year in Review’ – FINALIST

COMMENT AND ANALYSIS

•    Adam Langenberg, Tasmanian Political Analysis – FINALIST

EXCELLENCE IN LEGAL REPORTING

•    Adam Holmes – FINALIST

•    April McLennan – FINALIST

FEATURE, DOCUMENTARY OR CURRENT AFFAIRS

•    Piia Wirsu, Grant Walter, Blythe Moore, Liz Gwynn, Helen Shield, ‘Expanse: From the Dead’FINALIST

SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT

•    Jano Gibson, ‘Collision course: The debacle impacting Australia’s Antarctic icebreaker’ – FINALIST

ACMA RECENT LPON INFORMATION

The ACMA has recently released a report which sheds light on LPON ‘use it or lose it’ conditions following recent interpretations and decisions by the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT). The AAT’s decisions provides insights into the concepts of ‘commencement of service’,’reasonable regularity’ and ‘record keeping’ in the context of the UIOLI conditions. ANRA is continuing to advocate for change with respect to UIOLI but, in the meantime, we encourage all members to carefully read the ACMA report and to familiarise themselves with ACMA requiremnets for LPON operators.

CBAA Proud to Support the National Strategy for Volunteering

CBAA is thrilled to announce our official commitment as a supporter of the National Strategy for Volunteering. By aligning ourselves with this important initiative, we are dedicated to advancing the National Strategy’s vision and strategic objectives. We recognise the immense value of volunteering in Australia, driving positive social impact, and creating a more cohesive society.

We encourage you to join us as official supporters of the National Strategy for Volunteering. Together, we can amplify our collective impact and create lasting change in communities nationwide. Visit the Coalition of Support webpage https://volunteeringstrategy.org.au/supporters/ to pledge your support and become part of this transformative movement.

POSITION: Finance Administrator, SYN, Melbourne VIC

ABOUT SYN
SYN is Victoria’s youth community radio station. We provide opportunities for young Australians to broadcast their views on issues and ideas that matter to them. SYN’s staff support and develop the strength of our volunteer base who are the creators and owners of all content across our various platforms. All volunteers are under the age of 26.

Find out more about SYN here: https://www.syn.org.au/about-us

SYN FM (90.7 FM & DAB+ digital radio)
SYN operates a full-time community broadcasting licence and can be heard throughout Melbourne and Geelong on 90.7 FM and on DAB+. Our broadcast also streams live on our website, and on the Community Radio Plus app.
1. JOB SPECIFICATION
Primary Focus
The Finance Administrator is responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping and administrative tasks. Including payroll, coordinating contracts and paperwork, banking, and ensuring compliance with relevant statutory requirements and obligations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing account payables/receivables
  • Processing banking transactions and regular bank reconciliation
  • Processing payroll, SGC and PAYG
  • Working with external accountant to ensure ATO obligations are met including IAS/BAS
  • Working with the General Manager/Treasurer to complete EOFY processes
  • Maintain reliable and accurate financial records
  • Maintaining accurate asset register
  • Filing and archiving of financial records
  • Preparing journal entries
  • Work with General Manager to complete half-yearly budget planning processes
  • Organise and run quarterly financial reviews with Management Team and Treasure

Responsibilities shared with all SYN staff

  • Adhere to SYN’s values
  • Maintain a high standard of work practices and ensure integrity, respect and confidentiality whilst carrying out core tasks
  • Work cooperatively with staff and volunteers to achieve the organisation’s objectives

SYN as an employer offers

  • A culture of openness, that encourages you to ask questions, try new things and take risks – space to makes mistakes and learn
  • Flexibility with ongoing personal appointments during work hours
  • A professional development budget for each staff member
  • Unlimited leave for COVID testing and vaccination appointments
  • Unlimited paid professional development hours, we encourage staff to upskill and take opportunities that will further their career development, paying them to do so
  • Flexible working from home and office policies
  • A work laptop and modern office space based in Melbourne’s CBD

2. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
You take initiative, look out for things people may miss and ask the questions to move the project forward. You are driven by timelines and objectives, can work unsupervised along with enjoy collaboration. You like seeing the bigger picture impact of your work and participating in strategic conversations.

3. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential*

  1. Experience operating Xero (or comparable accounting software)
  2. Advanced level of understanding of bookkeeping/accounting
  3. Experience in managing payroll
  4. High level organisational skills and attention to detail
  5. Self-motivation and the ability to work with minimal supervision
  6. Well-developed excel skills
  7. Emotional intelligence and tact when working on sensitive subjects

Desirable

  • An understanding of the non-profit and/or social enterprise space
  • Experience reporting to a board of governance

*Applicants who fill most, but not all, of the essential selection criteria are still encouraged to apply. SYN favours applicants who show capacity for growth and development within the role. If you are unsure if your skills and experience are applicable, please contact SYN’s General Manager, Ruby Smith, at ruby.smith@syn.org.au

How to apply
To apply, please download the PDF icon position description and provide the following information:

  • A maximum one-page cover letter, detailing why you are interested in the position with reference to the key selection criteria.
  • A maximum two-page CV, including a minimum of two professional references.

Email all applications in a single PDF document to SYN’s General Manager, Ruby Smith, at gm@syn.org.au, with the subject line “Community Manager Application May 2024”.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 19th May 2024.
All applicants will be contacted within one week of the application deadline and candidates who progress to the next round will be invited to a job interview.
For more information on this position, email Ruby at gm@syn.org.au or call 03 9034 1985.

SYN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People with disabilities, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.

POSITION: Community Manager, SYN, Melbourne VIC

ABOUT SYN

SYN is Victoria’s youth community radio station. We provide opportunities for young Australians to broadcast their views on issues and ideas that matter to them. SYN’s staff support and develop the strength of our volunteer base who are the creators and owners of all content across our various platforms. All volunteers are under the age of 26.

 

Find out more about SYN here: https://www.syn.org.au/about-us

 

SYN FM (90.7 FM & DAB+ digital radio)

SYN operates a full-time community broadcasting licence and can be heard throughout Melbourne and Geelong on 90.7 FM and on DAB+. Our broadcast also streams live on our website, and on the Community Radio Plus app.

 

SYN as an employer offers

  • A culture of openness that encourages you to ask questions, try new things and take risks – space to makes mistakes and learn
  • Flexibility with ongoing personal appointments during work hours
  • Flexible working from home and office policies
  • A work laptop and modern office space based in Melbourne’s CBD

 

2. JOB SPECIFICATIOn

Primary Focus

The Community Manager is responsible for supporting the development and growth of SYN volunteers, and ensuring regular radio programming runs smoothly. Their goal is to ensure volunteers have a meaningful and positive experience of our organisation and community. The Community Manager provides day-to-day support to volunteers, organises membership data, supports volunteer communications, and supports the General Manager to develop strategies to engage more young people to participate at SYN.

This position works under the direction of and with support from the General Manager to coordinate a range of volunteer programs throughout the year, including (but not limited to) upskilling workshops, SYN Awards, SYN Camp, and the SYN Mentoring Program. The Community Manager works closely with the General Manager to support SYN’s fundraising strategy, including engaging with SYN’s community of more than 5,000 alumni. The Community Manager also supports the General Manager to develop SYN’s relationships with arts, music and youth organisations across Melbourne/Naarm.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work with RMIT on maintaining and continuously improving on-campus experience for SYN volunteers.
  • Support the General Manager in executing SYN’s fundraising strategy, including SYN’s annual radiothon and subscriber drives.
  • Provide direction and feedback to the volunteer Leadership Team.
  • Support the Volunteer Programming Coordinator to ensure SYN’s radio grid runs smoothly.
  • Coordinate membership renewal and collect member data.
  • Coordinate SYN’s Mentoring Program, including recruiting mentees and mentors and developing industry partnerships.
  • Contribute to SYNs grants strategy and support in the preparation of funding applications and acquittals.
  • Coordinate event logistics for SYN volunteer events.
  • Provide support and advice to SYN volunteers as needed.
  • Oversee the training of new volunteers with support from SYN’s casual Induction Trainer.
  • Maintain online and in-person training resources for new volunteers.
  • Support the General Manager to develop relationships with Youth and Arts organisations across Melbourne/Naarm.

Responsibilities shared with all SYN staff:

  • Adhere to SYN’s values of Inclusion, Innovation, Participation, Opportunity, and Independence
  • Maintain a high standard of work practices and ensure integrity, respect and confidentiality whilst carrying out core tasks
  • Work cooperatively with staff and volunteers to achieve the organisation’s objectives

3. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

You are passionate about media and find fulfilment in planning projects to achieve social impact. You value emotional intelligence, want to understand people’s needs and are excited by motivating and inspiring others. You enjoy coordinating projects, and can work both unsupervised and in a team environment. You look out for the things people may miss, asking questions to move the project forward, and are able to coordinate multiple tasks. You are a strategic thinker and can communicate your ideas to various audiences. You want to grow and learn new things, and as an empathetic leader you want to build a career in the community media sector.

4. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Please note that SYN is interested in candidates that have space to grow in the role. We encourage applicants to apply who may not fit all the Selection Criteria but are passionate about development.

Required

  • An understanding of the community broadcasting sector and/or the broader youth, media, or arts sectors
  • Experience managing projects or events and achieving project objectives to a deadline .
  • Experience managing volunteers and the ability to work collaboratively with young people from a diverse range of backgrounds
  • Experience in volunteer recruitment or training of volunteers / young people
  • Stakeholder management skills, including the capacity to establish and maintain positive relationships with funding partners and other community organisations.
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate and prioritise project deadlines and outcomes.
  • Commitment to SYN’s values and a passion for young people, youth issues, participation and youth voice.
  • Ability to work with flexibility at SYN’s office and from home.
  • A valid employee Working with Children Check or ability to attain one.

Desirable:

  • A strong network across Melbourne’s music / arts / youth sectors.
  • Experience with grant funding, including drafting submissions, reaching objectives, and preparing acquittals.

How to apply
To apply, please download the PDF icon position description and provide the following information:

  • A maximum one-page cover letter, detailing why you are interested in the position with reference to the key selection criteria.
  • A maximum one-page CV, including a minimum of two references.

Email all applications in a single PDF document to SYN’s General Manager, Ruby Smith, at gm@syn.org.au, with the subject line “Finance Administrator Application May 2024”.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 19th May 2024.
All applicants will be contacted within one week of the application deadline and candidates who progress to the next round will be invited to a job interview.
For more information on this position, email Ruby at gm@syn.org.au or call 03 9034 1985.

SYN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People with disabilities, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.

Community Broadcasting’s submission to the inquiry into the Australian live music industry

CBAA’s submission to the inquiry into Australia’s live music industry, that spotlights the vital role that community broadcasters play in nurturing emerging talent, helping artists build their audience and income, promoting events and festivals, developing local live music capacity and innovating to bring more live music to their communities.

May 2024

Read more about the incredible work our sector does for live music PDF icon here or on our submissions page.

Australia’s network of community radio stations is the critical infrastructure to reach geographically and socially diverse audiences with local music and the promotion of local gigs, festivals and events.
Our submission emphasises that a sustainable community radio sector is integral to grow the live music industry.
Community radio stations:
  • Have a close and co-operative relationship with local artists, live music venues, concert promoters and organisers.
  • Manage programs, events and initiatives that are vital for artist development and career pathways.
  • Support artist income with music licensing fees and event bookings and promotions.
  • Host events and undertake activities that support skills development in music production, sound engineering, AV, promotions and event management that build local capacity in event and festival production

For the first time we have accompanied our written submission with a video submission. The video submission shares just a fraction of the incredible work community broadcasters do to connect their communities through live music. The video captures some of the brilliant examples of the mutually supportive relationship between live and local music and community radio.

 

Budget status quo falls short of securing sustainability for Community Broadcasting

Last night’s Federal Budget has been disappointing for community broadcasters.

The Budget for community broadcasters has been maintained – in line with the status quo – but it has failed to deliver the sustainable funding base required for community broadcasting to meet current demands and address the growing needs of our communities.

The Federal Budget sees funding for the Community Broadcasting Program increase nominally, in line with inflation to $22.5 million in 2024-25.

 

Our Advocacy for Sustainable Funding 

Just over 6 months ago, community broadcasters launched Roadmap 2033: Community Broadcasting’s plan for greater impact in every Australian Community over the next decade – the product of a year’s worth of consultation and co-design with100s of representatives of stations and sector organisations.

Roadmap 2033 has been welcomed by the Federal Government because of the positive impact community broadcasting promised to deliver to address community challenges.

The plan offers to:

  • give more Australians access to trusted, independent, local news and information from diverse sources
  • play a unique, hyperlocal role communicating emergency information and provide more support to build community resilience in times of disaster
  • support self-determination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and close the gap in social and economic outcomes
  • elevate Australian music, arts and cultural industries
  • strengthen social and economic inclusion and cohesion
  • support settlement of new migrant groups and strengthen multiculturalism
  • provide more skilled career pathways into the media and communications industry for all communities

CBAA has met with 60 MPs and Senators about the Roadmap and there is strong support across the Parliament for the Community Broadcasting sector’s plan.

Unfortunately, that support has not translated to action in the 24-25 Budget.

 

Increased funding is critical to our future impact  

Increased, long-term and secure funding from the Australian Government is urgently required to support community broadcasting to deliver these positive impacts for our communities.

CBAA understands that many stations are struggling financially to maintain their services. Every year CBF Funding Rounds are heavily oversubscribed with an average of $9.5 million in grant applications unable to be met each year. Until funding is substantially increased CBF grants will remain highly competitive, and many stations will be unable to secure grants for programs, community engagement and critical investments in station operations.

 

Continuing the conversation 

The task is now for CBAA, sector organisation and community broadcasters to continue the conversation with the Government, and local MPs about the funding needs of our sector and the positive impact we can deliver for our communities.

CBAA remains confident of meaningful progress in the future.

The Government’s Revive cultural policy commits the Government to action ‘Increase support for community broadcasting to deliver local news, tell local stories and provide a platform for diverse voices and Australian music’.

The Government came to office in 2022 with a commitment to review the sustainability of community broadcasting including consideration of the adequacy of Federal Government funding for the Community Broadcasting Program and Indigenous Media and Broadcasting Program. Over 18 months have passed since the review commenced.

The CBAA encourages the Government to urgently conclude its review process (commenced November 2022) and deliver on its commitment under Revive (launched January 2023) to increase support for community broadcasting.

 

Community Broadcasting Program Budget ($ ,000) 

2023-24 (Estimated Actual)

21,893

2024-25 (Budget)

22,587

2025-26 Forward Estimate

22,981

2026-27 Forward Estimate

23,535

2027-28 Forward Estimate

24,053