CBAA WEBINAR: Disability Access at Stations. Where are we now? What can we improve?

Join us as we deep dive into the world of access at stations with a stellar panel of broadcasters, managers, sector pioneers and researchers around disability and inclusion in Australia.
In this session we will talk through case studies and culture in the sector and touch on community media as a whole. We will discuss tools and operations that are already happening and working well to improve disability access at stations and open discussion about what we can do to improve.
Facilitated by Dr Kim Stewart, a CMTO Trainer and Mentor specialising in Access and Inclusion.  Kim is a social worker and radio producer at 4ZZZ 102.1fm where she became the nation’s first Station Advocate for People With a Disability in 2017. She is a Doctorate of Creative Industries candidate in the Digital Media Research Centre at QUT in Brisbane. Kim’s research includes developing disability awareness training for community radio stations in conjunction with the Community Media Training Organisation, to help facilitate the increased inclusion of people with a disability in the community media sector.
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Date: 3-4PM AEST, Tuesday, 9 July 2024
Presented by:
Arliah Pearce: Arliah is 2DRY’s superstar host from ‘Drive home with Arliah’ and graduate from CMTO’s Audio Ability Program.
Ren Cuttriss: Ren has been involved in the world of community broadcasting at 3MDR in Melbourne’s Dandenong Ranges since 2014. Prior to joining 3MDR Ren worked for many years in the areas of community services and education. In addition to looking after sponsorship, training, community engagement, digital marketing and of course, volunteer management at the station, Ren also co-hosts the award winning live and local music program The Dotted Line.
Paul Price: Paul is totally blind, and has been since birth. He has been volunteering at Reading Radio Brisbane since April 1999. He is currently a technical producer one day per week, and fills in on other days when required. He also undertakes on-air shifts when required. Paul has had involvement with DMA since 2004, as delegate and Independent member of the board. He was elected Vice Chair of (the former) RPH Australia in 2018. Paul has a Bachelor of Information Technology at Griffith University, and a Certificate 4 in I.T. Client Service.
Matt Field: Matt Field is the CEO of Attitude Foundation – a disability led media organisation shaping a new understanding of disability through the development and promotion of media content. Matt is also currently working with the Community Broadcasting Association Australia to provide leadership support to the Radio Reading sector and explore new opportunities to increase engagement with the broader disability community. Matt has a long association with the Community Media sector and was previously CEO of Melbourne’s Community TV Station, C31 and Secretary of the Australian Community Television Alliance (ACTA). Matt is passionate about the power of media to increase social cohesion through authentic portrayals of diversity.
Catherine Maitland: Catherine, an experienced researcher and educator, has been involved in the inclusion of people with disability in community radio for over 10 years. She is currently the Research Lead at Australian Disability Network, a peak body that helps organisations to be “disability confident” at (1) employing people with disability and (2) designing accessible products and services. Her recent research about workplace and recruitment adjustments may help stations to identify and tackle barriers to disability access.

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POSITION: Station Manager, 2OCB, Orange NSW

Station Manager Role

  • Work from our studio in the beautiful city of Orange to provide a 24/7 community broadcast across the Central West
  • Orange Community Broadcasters Ltd. – FM107.5 – has operated a community radio licence to broadcast across Blayney, Cabonne and Orange Local Government Areas since 1998.
  • We have recently updated our broadcast equipment and moved our transmitter on Mount Canobolas (Gaanha-bula), and our broadcasts can now be heard across the Central West and as far as Mount Victoria.
  • 20CW is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and a charity, managed by a Board of Directors and supported by members and presenters.
  • Our volunteers, members, sponsors and listeners help shape the sound of the region and provide an independent voice for the whole of the community.
  • For over 20 years we have broadcast in community languages to welcome people from diverse communities to the region.

The role: This is a full time role with flexible hours that requires a Working With Children Check

About you:

  • Previous experience in the community/commercial broadcasting sector.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the guiding principles of community broadcasting, the Broadcasting Services Act Codes and associated Codes of Practice for community radio.
  • Proven track record of raising advertising/sponsorship revenue at community and/or commercial media level
  • Ability to manage radio programming schedules on a daily basis.
  • Experience in presenting and producing community based programs with strong on-air presentation skills.
  • Technical knowledge of community broadcasting systems.
  • Proven ability to lead and work effectively in a team of volunteers.

For a full information pack and how to apply email:  secretary@fm1075.com.au

To chat about the opportunity call:

Gerry Faulkner | Director | Ph:  0414 420 619

Closing Date: 11pm, 15th July 2024

POSITION: Station Manager, 3ZZZ, Melbourne VIC

Remuneration negotiable.

Application Close: Fri. 19th July 2024

The Radio Station Manager provides leadership and direction for the 3ZZZ team and, efficient and smooth running of the station.

Radio 3ZZZ is the largest ethnic community station in Australia. Located at 92.3 on the FM radio band, 3ZZZ started broadcasting on a regular basis in June 1989. Working from studios in the Melbourne suburb of Brunswick, the station is heard across the Melbourne metropolitan region, as far as Geelong to the west and Macedon to the north. Broadcasting 24 hours a day, it is estimated that more than 400,000 people listen to 3ZZZ every week. Since October 2000, the station can also be heard across all Australia and the rest of the world through internet broadcasting.

To be successful, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Australian Citizen/Permanent Residency/Full Working Rights in Australia are essential.
  • Be able to provide two reference checks.
  • For further information contact https://www.3ZZZ.com.au/contact/

All applications are treated with complete confidentiality. To apply please send your resume with a covering letter to the president:

George Salloum sallcorp@tpg.com.au

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applicants will be acknowledged.
Key Accountabilities/position Activities

  • Assist in developing and implementing the strategic vision/direction of 3ZZZ in alignment with its mission and goals of the organisation.
  • Work closely with the Board of Directors to formulate and execute strategic plans ensuring long-term sustainability and growth.

Operational Management:

  • Ensure the smooth daily operation of the organisation, and provide an effective process are in place
  • Bring your people leadership skills.
  • The Radio Station Manager provides leadership and direction for the 3ZZZ team and, efficient and smooth running of station.
  • Participate in fundraising events and grant writing.
  • Work closely with sponsorship administrator and advertising sales staff and agents.
  • Must have enough technical knowledge to understand the operation of all station equipment.

Financial Oversight:

  • Ensure the financial health and sustainability of the 3ZZZ through sound financial management, budgeting, and fundraising strategies, reporting to the executive committees and the board through the president.
  • Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, financial reports, and audits, ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • Regularly monitor government and non-government funding available
  • Prepare funding submissions and ensure acquittal reporting completed and submitted.

 Advocacy and Representation:

  • Represent the 3ZZZ at various forums, including government, industry, and community events, advocating for the interests of ethnic broadcasters.
  • Support multiculturalism and ethnic broadcasting and volunteerism.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, media organisations, community groups, and sponsors.
  • Provide ongoing advice to the executive committee and board on policy matters.
  • Develop policy submissions and policy statements as mandated by the Board of Directors.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of policy, programs and initiatives that support ethnic community broadcasting and any targeted groups, in consultation broadcasters/committees of these groups and approval of executive committees and board.
  • Ensure the delivery of high-quality services and resources to 3ZZZ volunteers, ethnic groups, members and the broader community.

  Governance and Compliance:

  • Ensure the organisation operates in compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
  • Work with the Board of Directors to ensure effective governance practices are in place.
  • Ensure all HR policies and procedures are compliant with legal and regulatory requirements.

Leadership:

Provide strong leadership to the 3ZZZ team including staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

  • Handle employee and volunteer management issues with sensitivity and fairness, ensuring an engaged, harmonious and respectful workplace.
  • Encourage open communication, teamwork, and a commitment to the 3ZZZ’s purpose and values.
  • Proven track record in senior leadership roles within non-profit organisations, social enterprises, or community-focused institutions.
  • Comprehensive understanding of non-profit governance, regulatory compliance, and financial management.

Communication:

Written and/or personal communication skills are required as this role has responsibilities in monitoring organisational performance, encouraging best practice and reporting outcomes – working with others is key to success in this role.

Technology:

Technology proficiency is key to success in this role and providing timely information to the executive and wider organisation is critical.

Qualifications:

Tertiary qualifications, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

  • Significant and progressive leadership experience in peak bodies or membership focused associations.
  • Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, including working with Boards, donors, community leaders, and government officials.
  • Strong background in financial oversight, including budgeting, fundraising, and resource allocation.

Fundamentals:

  • Current VIC Driver’s license
  • Clear national criminal check
  • Clear working with children checks.

Celebrating 50 Years for the CBAA

This week, we are truly honored to acknowledge and celebrate our 50th Anniversary with all community broadcasters.

The Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) was originally founded as the Public Broadcasting Association of Australia (PBAA).

On 5-6 July 1974 our founding members met at the University of NSW in Sydney for an Independent Seminar on Public Broadcasting.

On Sunday 7 July 1974 they issued a public statement to announce their decision to form the PBAA:

“The first organization to link together, on a national basis, the burgeoning number of local groups, who are working towards establishing new public broadcasting stations…”

“The Association, which is non-party political and non-profit, already draws its support from all mainland capitals, Newcastle and Bathurst. All 16 groups attending the seminar supported its formation and future operations.”

“Widely diverse groups in the public broadcasting movement found that they all face an extensive set of common problems before they can get on the air. As a result of the formation of the Association, groups as widely distinctive as student broadcasters and university institutional broadcasters, classical music and pop music broadcasters, local suburban regional and metropolitan-wide broadcasters, public affairs and cultural broadcasters, colleges of advanced education and adult education broadcasters, will work closely together in a united front to establish the new public broadcasting sector.”

“This new sector will provide a wider and richer diversity of programmes than possible through the existing commercial and ABC sectors. They will use the new FM and extra AM frequencies which are now becoming available.”

We all, as the contemporary custodians of our sector, now known as community broadcasting, are eternally grateful for the vision and dedication of this founding generation of broadcasters.

Today, community broadcasters deliver over 500 AM/FM/DAB+ services and 2 dedicated TV services that reach over 5.19 million people across Australia each week – almost one quarter (24%) of Australians.

The social and economic impact of community broadcasting is driven by over 17,000 volunteers and almost 1000 employees who together play an increasingly important role in connecting Australian communities that are underserved by media. As per the vision of the founding generation of community broadcasters, our services enrich and strengthen the social and cultural fabric of Australian society.

From the outset, the formation of CBAA has been driven by and integral to sector presenting a unified and strong view to Government.

On 3 July the Department of the Media held a conference to consult on introduction of public broadcasting and the subsequent formation of the PBAA was in part motivated by the sector’s desire to influence the outcome. Experimental community broadcasting licenses (Australia’s first experimental community radio licenses) were subsequently approved at a Cabinet meeting held on 23 September 1974.

Today we continue to work closely with our members and the Government to underpin the sustainability and community impact of our sector into the future

CBAA today retains the hallmarks of the original PBAA focus with our purpose to support strong and successful community broadcasters.

The diversity of voices and the creative, unique and specialist content that broadcasters amplify remains key to the identity of our sector.

CBAA continues to focus on increasing our capacity and the capability of all our broadcasters and our sector collectively. As technology continues to evolve, along with media audiences, we strive to support all stations with affordable, quality services to make stations accessible to all communities on all platforms.

50 years is a long time. But it is remarkable how the vision of our founders has held up. The need for community broadcasters to work together on “common problems” remains, today we just call them “strategic priorities”!

As a truly national association without extensive financial resources, the opportunity for us to get together and meet face-to-face is rare and does not often allow us to celebrate as much as we should.

Although we don’t have the collective resources to get together to celebrate this birthday in person, we will make time to do so together at the CBAA Conference on the Gold Coast 17-19 October 2024, 50 years after our original members met in Sydney and put down the building blocks of our sector today.

50 Years of Community Broadcasting – Telling Our Shared Story

John Martin OAM, the Chair of 2RPH, Past President of the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia and the Community Broadcasting Foundation presents this reflection on the Australian community broadcasting sector featuring figures from sector bodies and community broadcasters. Our thanks to guests including:
– The late Tony Staley AO

– Ian Stanistreet

– Keith Conlon OAM

– Penny Mulvey

– Wayne Bynder

– Ada Hulshoff

– Dr Juliet Fox

– Ange Barry

– Andy Colvin

RADIO IS AUDIO OF CHOICE FOR 8 OUT OF 10 AUSTRALIANS

Australian radio has grown its audience to 81% of the population and is the number one choice for in-car listening, according to Infinite Dial 2024 Australia released today by Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA) and Edison Research.

The 8th annual report, presented at a webinar by Edison Research president Larry Rosin and CRA chief commercial officer Jo Dick, also found Australian radio’s reach is five times larger than ad-supported music streaming such as Spotify, with just one third of Spotify listeners able to be reached by advertising.

“The Infinite Dial 2024 Australia shows that more than 8 out of 10 Australians are tuning in to radio, with significant engagement across all demographics, proving Australia is a world-leader for radio listening,” Ms Dick said.

“The number of 25-54 year olds listening to radio online has more than doubled in the past three years, demonstrating audiences are embracing the way radio and audio fits into their lifestyle.

“The results show Australian radio continues to go from strength to strength, delivering content to audiences whenever and wherever they choose to listen,” Ms Dick said.

Mr Rosin said: “The Infinite Dial 2024 Australia study demonstrates the strong global position of the Australian audio industry, with robust engagement across different platforms, including traditional AM/FM/DAB+ radio, online radio, and podcasts.

“These findings underscore the industry’s ability to adapt and innovate, providing diverse and compelling audio content for listeners.”

Radio is the top choice for in-car listening, with 88% using it as an audio source in cars, and in-car streaming radio listening has risen 75% in two years.

“Radio continues to be a popular and important part of people’s everyday lives, but the findings are also timely reminder of why we need to work with both government and industry to ensure that radio remains easily and reliably accessible in connected cars and on smart speakers,” said Ms Dick.

The report also showed smart speaker ownership in Australia has doubled in four years, now matching US adoption rates, with 65% of owners listening in the past month. For more insights from the Infinite Dial 2024 Australia, click here.

About Infinite Dial:
The Infinite Dial 2024 Australia study explores the penetration of audio in Australia including radio listening as well as the online platforms Australians are using. It mirrors the Infinite Dial US report, the longest running survey of digital media consumer behaviour in the U.S. The study was conducted by Edison Research in the first quarter of 2024 in a national survey of 1,719 respondents in Australia aged 12 and over. The research was sponsored by CRA, SCA, Nine Radio, ARN, and Nova Entertainment.

Entries now open for Pacific Break 2024!

The Pacific’s biggest music competition, ABC Radio Australia’s Pacific Break, is now open for artists from across the Pacific and Timor-Leste.

The search has begun for the Pacific and Timor-Leste’s best original, unsigned talent with entries now open until midnight Sunday 25 August.

The top prize is an all-expenses-paid trip to perform in 2025 at WOMADelaide – Australia’s largest international music festival. The winning artist or group will be revealed on ABC Radio Australia’s flagship daily morning program Nesia Daily on Wednesday 2 October.

The 2024 competition launched with a live concert on Wailoaloa Beach in Fiji featuring performances from Pacific Break stars including 2023 winner Ju Ben (Fiji), 2022 winner Danielle (Papua New Guinea) and 2019 winner Sprigga Mek (Papua New Guinea) as well as 2023 finalists Bibao and Lonna (Solomon Islands), Ratu (Fiji) and Oni (Fiji).

ABC Radio Australia’s resident reggae DJ and Island Music presenter Rick Howe also performed a DJ set at the launch, which was hosted by ABC Radio Australia music host and Pacific Break judge, Sose Fuamoli, and ABC Australia’s The Pacific presenter Johnson Raela.

The judging panel for this year’s competition sees the return of Papua New Guinean-born Australian new soul diva Ngaiire as well as ABC Radio Australia music presenters Sose Fuamoli (Sista Sounds and On The Record) and Rick Howe (Island Music) and hip-hop artist and ABC Radio Australia host Hau Latukefu (In The Fale) with WOMADelaide Associate Director Annette Tripodi.

For more information about Pacific Break’s 2024 judges, click here.

HOW TO ENTER

Artists from the Pacific or Timor-Leste can submit their original track(s) one of three ways:

  1. 1.Complete the Online Entry Form, available at https://pacificbreak.typeform.com/entryform
  2. 2.Contact us via Whatsapp +61 447 310 986 and send through your songs and info
  3. 3.Complete and send the Email Entry Form to pacificbreak@abc.net.au and include your music files as an attachment.

For more information about Pacific Break, including competition details and terms and conditions, visit www.abc.net.au/pacificbreak

 

About ABC International Services

Since 1939, the ABC has been broadcasting to audiences overseas. The International division reaches an estimated 14,224,065 unique monthly overseas audiences through owned and operated platforms including ABC Australia, ABC Radio Australia and ABC websites and apps including ABC Pacific and ABC Asia. The ABC’s international audiences come from all corners of the globe. ABC Australia, the ABC’s international television service available in 37 markets throughout Asia and the Pacific, has a monthly viewership of at least 3,905,050. ABC Radio Australia, the ABC’s international radio service available via FM in the Pacific and Timor Leste, has a monthly listenership of at least 321,225. Outside Australia, ABC websites and apps have an average global monthly usership of 9,997,790 which includes approximately 7,505,085 users across the Americas, Europe and Africa and 1,865,655 users in Asia.

*Figures based on the ABC 2022-23 Annual Report

LiSTNR AND ACE RADIO ANNOUNCE INNOVATIVE PARTNERSHIP TO MAKE ACE RADIO STATIONS AVAILABLE TO STREAM ON LiSTNR

LiSTNR today announced a new partnership with ACE Radio which will see its 21 stations made available to stream on the LiSTNR app, offering advertisers an additional 2 million-plus digital listening hours.

SCA already has an exclusive sales representation agreement with ACE Radio and its stations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and regional NSW and Victoria. The new agreement, effective from 1 July, builds on an already successful relationship between ACE and SCA for its radio representation to now include digital audience monetisation opportunities.

The ACE stations include metro stations 4BH (Brisbane), Magic 1278 and 3MP (Melbourne), and 2UE (Sydney) and regional stations TRFM and Gold (Sale/Traralgon), Coast FM and 3YB FM (Warrnambool), Mixx and 3CS (Colac), Mixx and 3HA (Hamilton), Mixx and 3WM (Horsham), Mixx and 3SH (Swan Hill) and Edge and 3NE (Wangaratta) in Victoria; 2AY (Albury) and Edge and 2QN (Deniliquin/Echuca).

Working together with LiSTNR, ACE will migrate its digital audience, including its many mobile and web listeners, to the LiSTNR platform giving them a personalised listening experience. The additional 21 ACE stations will significantly increase the known LiSTNR audience base and first party database to further enhance LiSTNR’s AdTech Hub capabilities and advertiser solutions.

“We are thrilled to extend our already successful partnership with ACE Radio to now include the availability of the company’s 21 successful radio stations on LiSTNR, as well as extend our current sales representation agreement from AM/FM radio to now include all digital radio sales via the LiSTNR app and website,” SCA CEO, John Kelly, said.

“ACE’s online radio audience is significant with 2 million-plus digital listening hours per month across its network, supplementing LiSTNR’s almost 2 million signed-up user base, and confirms LiSTNR as a clear market leader in digital audio. We look forward to delivering a fantastic, personalised listening experience to ACE’s digital audio audience on the LiSTNR app and ensuring our advertising partners can now benefit even further from a larger audience base and known listener insights.”

ACE Radio Chairman and owner, Rowly Paterson, said: “Partnering with LiSTNR is a significant step for ACE Radio as it allows us to enhance our digital presence and provide our listeners with a more personalised and engaging experience. By joining forces with LiSTNR, we are not only expanding our reach but also offering our advertisers unparalleled access to a larger and more diverse audience. This partnership aligns with our commitment to innovation and delivering value to both our listeners and advertisers.”

Advertising on ACE stations will be available as part of the LiSTNR digital audio solutions. From July 1, all ACE marketing material across press, digital, online, social and all owned radio stations will encourage consumers to ‘also listen’ via the LiSTNR app.

The ACE Radio partnership expands SCA’s reach to 135 stations, offering advertisers the largest possible regional radio audience of 3.051 million and SCA’s combined regional and national audience now surpasses 9.859 million*.

Listeners can stream all ACE Radio’s 21 stations on the LiSTNR app from 1 July 2024.

Source: * Audology (All Surveyed Regional Markets) P10+, Cume Reach, Latest Survey dated 26th June 2024.  GfK Metro Survey #3 2024 (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth) and Provincial Survey#1 2024 (Newcastle, Gold Coast & Canberra), P10+, Cume Reach.  Total SCA/ACE unduplicated cume reach.

 

About LiSTNR

LiSTNR is a curated and personalised, free app offering radio, podcasts, music, and news, creating a new audio destination for all Australians. Featuring a fun and intuitive onboarding process, LiSTNR delivers an audio destination that is built for individual listeners’ routines and preferences. Highly personalised, it provides listeners a new world of audio entertainment, with their own daily feed of audio and easy discovery of new content through curated recommendations. Available across a large array of devices including both iOS and Android, CarPlay and Android Auto, Google Assistant and Alexa and Android TV, LiSTNR enables a fantastic listening experience, anytime and anywhere. Open your Ears to a new world of audio – download the free app today. LiSTNR.com

POSITION: DAB+ Operations Coordinator, CBAA, Sydney NSW/Hybrid

  • Opportunity to make an impact
  • Responsible for DAB+ and digital radio services coordination and administration
  • Sydney location, other locations and virtual/hybrid work arrangements will be considered

THE ORGANISATION

The Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) is a leading member based, for purpose organisation. We provide programs and services that aim to strengthen the capacity and sustainability of over 450 community radio and media organisations.

With over five million listeners each week, community radio plays a vital role in providing a voice for multicultural, First Nations and other underrepresented groups, as well as supporting independent and emerging musicians, and communities not adequately serviced by other media services.

THE ROLE

Provides coordination and administration to support the operation of community digital radio services, including station liaison and stakeholder management.

The CBAA operates and supports the delivery of over 60 DAB+ radio services nationally, and manages digital platform infrastructure, service delivery, and data systems for digital services on behalf of all eligible community radio licensees.

Responsibilities:

  • General administration including broadcast agreements and maintaining project documentation and information systems
  • Maintenance of Electronic Program Grid’s in collaboration with Station staff.
  • Providing administrative support to community radio licensee Digital Representative Companies (DRCs)
  • Managing enquiries, communications and follow up on digital radio and with stations operating digital radio services
  • Assist with reports and submissions related to digital radio including research support
  • Support the service development and establishment of new DAB+ services

YOUR SUCCESS PROFILE WILL INCLUDE:

  • A passion for Community Media
  • Relevant tertiary degree or equivalent work experience
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
  • Developed writing and research skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and use of data-base systems and online tools
  • Proven stakeholder management skills and experience
  • Superior organisational skills and attention to detail and accuracy
  • A familiarity with the community broadcasting sector and radio broadcast operations
  • Proactive approach to problem solving
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and autonomously

If you are seeking an opportunity to make an impact in an organisation that makes a real difference, this is the role for you.

APPLICATION PROCESS

CBAA has a policy of inclusion and we welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people from a diversity of genders, cultures, linguistic backgrounds, abilities and experiences.

The position is envisaged as full-time and flexible working arrangements, including other locations and virtual / hybrid work arrangements, will be considered for the right candidate.

Please submit your resume (max 3 pages) and a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing the essential success profile criteria and reason for your application to the Manager, DAB+ Service Development. Successful applicants will be contacted for interview.

Please note that there is no formal closing date for this role. Early applications are strongly encouraged, and suitable candidates may be shortlisted for an interview as applications are received.

If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, please email jobs@cbaa.org.au.

 

APPLY

$10 million of grant applications miss out in latest CBF Funding Round

A huge congratulations to all community broadcasters who successfully applied for CBF Grants in the recent funding round.

Funding was announced by the CBF last week. Stations should have been notified by email and you can check if you were successful on the CBF website. https://cbf.org.au/grants/successful-grants-latest/

CBF funding is becoming more and more competitive and unfortunately many good applications miss out each round.

Current CBF funding levels are insufficient to meet high station demand for grants. The CBF program has been experiencing an average $9.5 million funding shortfall annually.

The latest CBF Funding Round was $10 million oversubscribed.

CBF Funding for Stations 24/45 (Granted June 2024) 

 

Requested ($)

Granted ($)

Development & Operations

$13,344,708

$5,578,650

Content

$4,205,453

$1,540,415

CBAA is working with the Federal Government to seek an increase in funding for CBF grants.

CBAA argues current funding levels are insufficient to:

  • meet station demand for grants
  • meet growing community need for services
  • support more efficient, multi-year grant-making
  • respond to technological, social, environmental and economic trends
  • support investment to build station resilience, support innovation, enhance the sector’s community impact and deliver a better return on investment to taxpayers
  • achieve social and economic outcomes desired by stations as well as community and government stakeholders.

To deliver a sustainable base for the future, CBAA argues that total funding for Community Broadcasting Foundation should increase from $22.5 million pa to $40 million next year.

Funding for the Indigenous Media and Broadcasting Program delivered by the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA) also needs to increase from $21.5 to $40 million pa.

Increased, long-term and secure funding from the Australian Government is critical to support community broadcasting to deliver positive impact for our communities.

If you missed out on funding, or received funding that will have a major impact on your station’s impact please contact CBAA Head of Advocacy and Communications Reece Kinnane (reece.kinnane@cbaa.org.au) about how you can support our sector’s advocacy efforts for better funding in the future.

CBAA’s recent Budget Submission is here.

APRA Code of Conduct call for submissions 2024

Call for submissions: 2024 Annual Compliance Review

In line with each Collecting Society’s obligations as a participant of the Code of Conduct for Collecting Societies, compliance with the Code’s standards of conduct is the subject of an annual compliance review.

The Code Reviewer is now calling for interested parties to make submissions about compliance or non-compliance with the Code.

Submissions should be made in writing to the Code Reviewer by no later than 31 July 2024.

See below how to make a submission

About the Code of Conduct for Copyright Collecting Societies

The Code of Conduct provides a voluntary framework of best practice for copyright collecting societies, like APRA AMCOS. The code was developed and adopted by Australian copyright collecting societies in 2002. The most recent update came into effect on 20 May 2022.

We submit an annual compliance report which is reviewed by an independent Code Reviewer.

HOW TO MAKE A SUBMISSION:

Notice from the Code Reviewer

Suite 704, 4 Young Street, NEUTRAL BAY NSW 2089

Email: codereviewer@gmail.com

Copyright Collecting Societies Code of Conduct Call for Submissions 2024

Each of the copyright collecting societies, Australasian Performing Right Association Limited (“APRA”), Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society Limited (“AMCOS”), Phonographic Performance Company of Australia Limited (“PPCA”), Copyright Agency Limited (“Copyright Agency”), Audio-Visual Copyright Society Limited (“Screenrights”), Australian Writers’ Guild Authorship Collecting Society Limited (“AWGACS”) and Australian Screen Directors Authorship Collecting Society Limited (“ASDACS”), subscribes to a code of conduct. In its original form, the Code came into effect in July 2002. The most recent update came into effect on 20 May 2022.

A copy of the Code is available on each Society’s website or from the Code of Conduct for Copyright Collecting Societies website www.copyrightcodeofconduct.org.au/code and can be downloaded or, if requested, a copy can be supplied by post.

Compliance by participating collecting societies with the Code’s standards of conduct is the subject of an independent annual review. The Code Reviewer for this purpose is former Federal Court judge and former President of the Copyright Tribunal of Australia, The Hon Kevin Lindgren AM, QC. His current task is to review the Societies’ compliance with the Code during the period 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024.

The Code allows for interested parties to make submissions to the Code Reviewer concerning a collecting society’s compliance or non-compliance with the Code. If you wish to make a submission, please inform the Code Review Secretariat at the address above or by email (codereviewer@gmail.com). The Secretariat will send you details about the procedure for making a submission.

The closing date for completing the submission process is 31 July 2024.

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