The Community Broadcasting Sector
Each week, nearly 5 million Australians tune in to over 450 not-for-profit, community-owned radio stations across the country. These stations deliver programming tailored to the interests and needs of their local communities, reflecting Australia's open society, strong democracy, and vibrant culture.
Australia's first community radio station was licensed in 1972. Since then, the sector has seen rapid development, with over 75% growth in permanently licensed stations in the last decade. Community radio stations operate nationwide, with 76% in regional and remote areas and 24% in metropolitan areas.
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