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🔔 EXTENDED CLOSING DATE: Applications for the Community Radio Music Hubs grant have been extended to Monday 14 September...
07/09/2026

🔔 EXTENDED CLOSING DATE: Applications for the Community Radio Music Hubs grant have been extended to Monday 14 September 2.00pm (AEST).

Got a question or want to discuss your project? Get in touch today with the Grants Support Team member for your state or territory (link below).

Community Radio Music Hubs grants support community radio stations that are already active music hubs - helping them build on the work they’re already doing to connect their local music communities.

Eligible high-intensity music stations can apply for up to $50,000 to put on a minimum of six live, in-person music activities or events.

Apply now or learn more. Link below.

The Community Radio Music Hubs grant is delivered in partnership by Community Broadcasting Foundation, Community Broadcasting Association of Australia and the Australian Government through Music Australia.

[Photo: 3ZZZ Outside broadcast of One Spirit Africa music festival program at Moomba Festival]

In case you weren't able to follow along last week we've now announced the finalists for the 2026 CBAA Community Broadca...
06/09/2026

In case you weren't able to follow along last week we've now announced the finalists for the 2026 CBAA Community Broadcasting Awards!

Winners will be revealed at the Gala Dinner and Awards Night at the CBAA Conference taking place 22-24 October in Geelong.

We'd like to thank everyone who entered, our hardworking judges, and our award sponsors including:
- Australian Film Television and Radio School
- APRA AMCOS
- CMTO
- Community Broadcasting Foundation
- Deutsche Welle
- ORTech
- PPCA

Find the full list at https://www.cbaa.org.au/news/cbaa-comms/2026/08/30/2026-cbaa-community-broadcasting-awards-finalists

We've reached the final category in our week of 2026 CBAA Community Broadcasting Awards finalist announcements: Outstand...
04/09/2026

We've reached the final category in our week of 2026 CBAA Community Broadcasting Awards finalist announcements: Outstanding Station Leadership!

This award recognises individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, effectiveness and commitment to their station.

Congratulations to our finalists:
Ken Thompson - Gippsland FM
Nadia Zahr - 2MFM
Shane Peak - 2nurfm
Shelley Madden - RoxFM
Simon Miraudo - RTRFM 92.1
Sylvia Nulpinditj - Yolngu Radio

And that's a wrap on our 2026 finalist announcements!

A huge congratulations to every finalist announced this week, and thank you to everyone who entered this year's Awards. Together, the finalists showcase the extraordinary range of people, programs, stations and communities that make community broadcasting what it is.

Winners will be announced at the CBAA Community Broadcasting Awards on Saturday 24 October in Geelong.

We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Luke Gosling MP has highlighted the work that Teabba - Top End Aboriginal Bush Broadcasting Association does to bring im...
04/09/2026

Luke Gosling MP has highlighted the work that Teabba - Top End Aboriginal Bush Broadcasting Association does to bring important news and other information to communities in the Top End.

He paid the team a visit both to get to know the people behind the mic and also to see the new generator they got thanks to a Quick Response Grant from the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

That generator will keep the TEABBA team on air during outages and connected to the communities that rely on them.

It's time to announce the finalists for Outstanding Youth Contribution!This award recognises young people under 26 who h...
04/09/2026

It's time to announce the finalists for Outstanding Youth Contribution!

This award recognises young people under 26 who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, effectiveness and commitment to their station and community broadcasting.

Congratulations to:
Ash Couchman - 89.9 TheLight
Jasper Jaye - 8CCC Community Radio 102.1fm - Alice Springs & Tennant Creek
Joshua Galbraith - 94.7 The Pulse
Lochie Antoniazzi - SYN
Poppy Ruyg - JOY 94.9
Sam Jakeman - Switch Brisbane
Will McGrath - 2nurfm

Congratulations to all of the finalists!

Coming up at 4pm: Outstanding Station Leadership, our final category announcement of the week.

Next up is The Jane Brownrigg Award - Outstanding Volunteer Contribution award.Named in memory of volunteer and communit...
04/09/2026

Next up is The Jane Brownrigg Award - Outstanding Volunteer Contribution award.

Named in memory of volunteer and community radio champion Jane Brownrigg, this award recognises a volunteer who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, effectiveness and commitment to their station.

Congratulations to our finalists:
Craig Smith - Switch Brisbane
David Marshall OAM JP - Harvey Community Radio - 96.5fm
Don "Jacko" Jackson - Bay FM 100.3
Liz Honey - 3ZZZ
Michael Polh - JOY 94.9
Michelle Hunter - Three D Radio 93.7fm
Souhad Krayem - 2MFM

Congratulations to all of the finalists!

Coming up at 2pm: Outstanding Youth Contribution.

It's the final day of our 2026 CBAA Community Broadcasting Awards finalist announcements!We're kicking off with Outstand...
04/09/2026

It's the final day of our 2026 CBAA Community Broadcasting Awards finalist announcements!

We're kicking off with Outstanding Technical Contribution, proudly sponsored by ORTech/Durrapanel, recognising individuals whose expertise and commitment have made an outstanding contribution to the technical health of their station.

Congratulations to our finalists:
Chris Deacon OAM - ArtSound FM 92.7
Frank Wilcox - 5GTR FM Community Radio
John Sandles - 94.7 The Pulse & 96three FM
Martin Clifton and Steve Charman - MainFM

Congratulations to all of the finalists!

Coming up at 12pm: The Jane Brownrigg Award - Outstanding Volunteer Contribution.

We're wrapping up day four of our finalist announcements with The Troy Garner Award - Best Program: Sports.Named in memo...
03/09/2026

We're wrapping up day four of our finalist announcements with The Troy Garner Award - Best Program: Sports.

Named in memory of passionate sports broadcaster Troy Garner, this award recognises an outstanding sports program in community broadcasting.

Congratulations to our finalists:
GayFL - JOY 94.9
On The Wing - MainFM
Sunraysia Football Match of the Day - 106.7 Hot FM
The Final Whistle - Stephen Reid - 2nurfm
The Mark and the Mic 2nurfm
The Sporting Record - 3CR Community Radio
The Sports Desk - SYN

Congratulations to all of the finalists, and to everyone we've announced today!

Tomorrow is the final day of our 2026 finalist announcements. We'll be back from 10am, beginning with Outstanding Technical Contribution.

Our next category is Outstanding Presenter: News & Current Affairs, proudly sponsored by Deutsche Welle, recognising out...
03/09/2026

Our next category is Outstanding Presenter: News & Current Affairs, proudly sponsored by Deutsche Welle, recognising outstanding presenters demonstrating strong communication, research, professionalism and integrity in their approach to news and current affairs.

Congratulations to our finalists:
Emma Wotzke - 4EB and Radio Adelaide
Kate Crowhurst - 2XXfm
Kirstyn Lindsay - Koori Radio 93.7FM
Kishor Nangrani - Canberra Multicultural Service
Mia Armitage - Bay FM 99.9 - Byron Bay Australia

Congratulations to all of the finalists!

One more announcement is coming today. At 6pm, we'll reveal the finalists for The Troy Garner Award - Best Program: Sports.

It's time to announce the finalists for Outstanding Presenter!This award recognises presenters who bring strong communic...
03/09/2026

It's time to announce the finalists for Outstanding Presenter!

This award recognises presenters who bring strong communication, preparation, knowledge, originality and a distinctive voice to the airwaves while making a positive contribution to their station and community.

Congratulations to:
Chance Hanlon - Triple U FM
Jarad McLoughlin - Radio Adelaide
Karena Wynn-Moylan - Bay FM 99.9 - Byron Bay Australia
Brett Adie - Phoenix FM 106.7 MHz
Triana Butler - JOY 94.9
Weaponess - RTRFM 92.1

Congratulations to all of the finalists!

Coming up at 4pm: Outstanding Presenter: News & Current Affairs.

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