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A new era of independence for Radio ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ

Friday, 19 February 2016

The University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ is pleased to announce it has signed a deal that will secure Radio ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ an independent future.

Community broadcaster Fresh 92.7 will provide advice and facilities to the station, and manage a transition which will see Radio ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ become an independent, not-for-profit organisation from July this year.

The University, which has owned and operated Radio ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ since its founding in 1972, signed an agreement with Fresh 92.7 yesterday.*

Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Warren Bebbington said that, under terms agreed with Fresh 92.7, Radio ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ will retain its educational mission.

“The media training provided to our Media students and the community will continue, and likely expand,” he said.

Under the agreement, Radio ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ will initially co-locate with Fresh 92.7 in their existing CBD location, with a view to moving to new studios in the future.

The agreement with Fresh 92.7 will see the registration of a new organisation that will continue to represent the educational community interest in ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ.

Professor Bebbington said the University has been in detailed discussion with several organisations interested in involvement in Radio ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ for over two months.

“The University will provide funds to assist with the transition, but I would hope this leads to a revival of community sponsorship and subscription support for the station,” he said.

Fresh 92.7 General Manager Troy Sincock said the circumstances present an opportunity to collaborate on a level he hasn’t seen in community radio before.

“We are in a unique position to assist to build the capacity of community radio, to share facilities and training opportunities for the benefit of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ,” said Mr Sincock.

“Having built a strong product and a listenership of over 150,000 people each week, Fresh 92.7 has the right mix of knowledge and experience to provide advice and guidance to Radio ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ.”


* The transfer of the licence cannot be finalised until approved by the broadcasting authority ACMA.

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