2ARM
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| 2ARM | |
| Broadcast area | Armidale, NSW and surrounding Towns |
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| Frequency | 92.1 MHz FM |
| First air date | February 1976 |
| Format | No formal playlist |
| Owner | Community Radio |
2ARM FM is a community radio station broadcasting to Armidale, NSW. The station has been broadcasting for over 25 years to the regional area. It is volunteer based, and is a member of the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA). The station aims to be a local voice for the Armidale area, offering access to any member of the community.
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[edit] Mission Statement
The 2ARM FM Mission is to deliver a quality, diverse, and independant alternative to mainstream media that nurtures and encourages community participation.
As a station that focuses on the participatory role of community radio, they seek to involve members of the community in every aspect of broadcasting.
[edit] Programming
Country music accounts for nearly 33% of the airtime on 2ARM FM. This provides an easy to access outlet for Australian Country music artists. 2ARM FM provides airplay for new artists, which may assist them in gaining a wider audience. Supporting Australian music is an important function of community radio within Australia, and 2ARM is involved in AMRAP (Australian Music Radio Airplay Project).
There are several programming formats on-air, including Ethnic and Youth.
A survey of the community of interest has just been completed. This is anticipated to cause strategic changes in programming, with local news being the most requested improvement at the station.
[edit] Income
The station earns income from memberships, sponsorships, fundraising, and grants. The sponsorship section of their income is by far the largest portion.
Sponsorship takes the form of payment for on-air promotions of local business.
[edit] Technical Data
Frequency - 92.1FM
Licenced Power - 2 Kw.
Effective Radiated Power - 250 watts
