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Edge Radio received a halfpage story in the Attitude youth liftout section of Tasmania's leading newspaper. See the transcript and photo below:
On The Edge Edge Radio has just turned three years old, and while other capital cities have had quality community radio stations for decades, nothing like this existed in Hobart before. Edge is Hobart’s first by-youth-for-youth radio station that is a non-commercial, non-profit, non-syndicated broadcast on 99.3FM. Offering ‘nutritional programming’ in a world of airwave junk, Edge features a plethora of local arts and community events, local original music, specialist programs and cultural commentary for Hobart’s youth. “Our presenters
are passionate about what they’re doing,” said Station Manager
Chris Johnson, “We have such high volunteer participation and access
from the community that we provide really diverse programs.”
Diversity is the wealth of Edge, with specialist programs ranging from
Hip-Hop to Metal, Punk to Funk, Groove and Gothic, and special
interest shows on Anime, the environment, Aboriginal issues,
spirituality and Schoolies (Rosny and Hobart Colleges). Inspired local presenters are what make Edge unique, with a new program policy that highlights finding under-represented bands and boosting their independent exposure. Edge Radio plays more Tasmanian-made music than any other station and focuses on breaking new acts that are under-represented in the media. “This is grass-roots access,” said Edge presenter Julian Teakle, “We’re lucky because Hobart’s a small town – a lot of musicians do Edge shows, and there’s a bond between presenters and musicians, who are educated in how to do promotion locally, then take it further.” Edge also offers a permanent call-out to local bands to get their recorded music on air and feature in live acoustic sessions. “It’s a promotional tool for local artists,” said Edge presenter Mel Page. “There’s not a lot of say on commercial radio with their set play-lists. Community radio is the stepping stone towards commercial radio. True Live went live to air on Edge from the Falls Festival before they’d received Triple J airplay, and Edge have aired live performance by local bands including Waiter, The Spondooli Brothers, Jordan Millar, Martin Blackwell and The View, among others. Edge has come a long way since 2003, now with 120 volunteer presenters producing 80 programs. With three 18-week schedules per year, there’s plenty of room for new presenters on Edge. Inspired? Edge provides free
training for all volunteers, so enthusiasm is more important than
previous experience. Send an outline of your skills and interests and
propose a program idea for the next schedule change in April. For more information visit www.edgeradio.org.au or phone: (03) 6226 7273. Edge Radio is broadcast on 99.3FM and is also web-cast from the website. |
