The Albanese Government’s support for the community broadcasting sector continues with the award of 235 grants under Round 1 of the Community Broadcasting Program (CBP).
The Program, which has been delivered for the Australian Government by the Community Broadcasting Foundation since 1984, received an additional $4 million per year in the 2022-23 Federal Budget – taking total annual funding for the program to over $20 million per year. From this funding, $9.57 million was set aside to be delivered under Round 1.
Community broadcasting services operate at the heart of local communities, with staff and volunteers working to deliver local news, tell local stories, and provide a platform for emerging Australian music and artists.
The announcement of successful grants follows a competitive application process, with recipients in every State and Territory.
The CBP supports diverse, innovative and resilient Australian community broadcasting, and the Albanese Government is committed to supporting the sustainability of the community broadcasting sector. A review is currently underway in consultation with the industry.
