Code 3 - Diversity, Independence and Our Community

This Code is from the Community Radio Broadcasting Codes of Practice (2025) and goes into effect on 1 July 2025. For information about the current Codes of Practice visit https://www.cbaa.org.au/community-broadcasting/codes-of-practice-current.

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  1. We must be able to demonstrate our understanding of our community interest.

  2. The programs we broadcast must, collectively, reflect the needs and diversity of our community interest including through the provision of Material of Local Significance.

  3. We must encourage and assist people in our community interest, including those who are not adequately served by other media, to participate in providing our service, prioritising the discussion of topics by those with relevant lived experience.

  4. We keep our community interest informed of how community suggestions and participation are reflected in our activities and programming.

  5. When complying with Code 3, we must have regard to our First Nations Engagement and Programming obligations under Code 7.

Code 3 Diversity, Independence and Our Community

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