STARTING UP A COMMUNITY RADIO STATION
Where to begin
If there is one sure thing in community broadcasting,
it's that every situation is different. If you belong to an aspirant
group seeking to start a community radio station, we cannot guarantee
your success. What we can do is give you a few tips on what to think
about and where to start. We can also provide some genuine examples to
inspire you on your journey.
Checklist
A handy reference to give you some idea of what needs to be done from
Day One to turn your community broadcasting dream into a reality. Read more...
Equipment
Plan carefully before purchasing any equipment. First, determine where
your target audience is situated geographically. Next, find out what
type of transmitter and antenna you'll need - and where to install them
- to best reach that audience. Read more...
Programming
Form a programming committee very early in the
piece. It doesn't need to be large. Just make sure that each committee
member is dedicated to responding to your community's needs and
interests, rather than focusing on their own. Read more...
Codes of Practice
Every Australian community broadcasting organisation must adhere to the
Codes of Practice, which were revised by the CBAA and registered by the
Australian Broadcasting Authority (Now ACMA - Australian Communications
& Media Authority) in October 2002. Read more...
Start-Up Stories
Real stories about the start-up experiences of community radio stations
in Western Australia, such as remote regions Meekatharra and Kununurra,
York just east of Perth, and Armadale and Kalamunda in Perth's
metropolitan area. Read more...
