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Big thanks to the Community Broadcasting Foundation that helped 7 radio presenters from BayFM radio attend the National Ethnic radio conference last weekend in Brisbane 22 – 24 May 2026 .. a very inspiring and entertaining weekend was had by all, led by team leader Judy Shelley! Members of BayFM Multicultural radio team attending the…
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On Thursday 21 May 2026 a train action “Cuppa and Chat” meeting was held by AIAA President Judy Shelley and AIAA committee members in response to the Byron Shire Council decision in February to change their rail corridor policy from a policy of dual use (train and bikes) to bike track only. As public transport…
Pictured above are Natty D, Margaret Tadokata, President of SIVA, and Ali Rock at Brooklyn Hall. A big thank you to Hobsons Bay Council Victoria! AIAA with the support of a grant from the Hobsons Bay Council and wonderful collaboration with the Solomon Islands Victoria Association, Natty Dolaiasi, Jimi Nare, Ali Rock and the Solomon…
Coorabell Hall Friday 23 January 2026. The Multikulcha Art Exhibition was the first ever to celebrate multiculturalism and highlight the work of multicultural artists and multicultural families. This exhibition was a vibrant expression of cultural diversity, bringing to the forefront the creative work of exciting, new and emerging artists. The exhibition provided a platform for…
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Hélène Safajou, our BayFm French presenter will now be presenting “The French Hour” on the first and second Tuesdays of the month 1-2pm. Hélène had recently joined the Multicultural Nation Radio Team at BayFM, and as it turns out, the opportunity has now arisen for her to have her own show called “The French Hour…
by Fred Ramanzini, 2nd July 2025. BayFM’s Multicultural Group Outside Broadcast at the Byron Bay Bluesfest delivered great live coverage during the festival, providing our community with an opportunity to have a real feel for the event. Friday and Saturday saw our reporters talking with festival-goers, catching their real reactions and stories. We made sure…
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By Fred Ramanzini, 23-24 May 2025. The 2025 NEMBC Conference successfully brought together multicultural broadcasters for two days of professional development and networking at Melbourne’s Crowne Plaza. The event featured practical workshops on grant writing and podcast production, insightful panels about women in media, and thought-provoking discussions about cultural diversity in modern broadcasting. A highlight…
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The 2025 Natty Dolaiasi Australian Tour was a huge success which included concerts, festivals and school events based in Melbourne and rural Victoria by Natty Dolaiasi Solomon Islands traditional musician. Natty has been on a mission to bring Solomon Islands traditional culture to the world. 2025 has been a mssive year presenting Solomons music and…
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Written by Richard Staples, April 15th 2025. Another federal election rapidly approaches. Unlike at the last two, AUKUS has become a hot issue. Recent polling has shown that the percentage of voters that think AUKUS would enhance our national security has dropped from 45℅ two years ago to 37℅. This is despite an avalanche of…
The 2024 Natty Dolaiasi Tour was a greatly successful Australian tour which included concerts, festivals and school events in three states – Victoria, South Australia and NSW by Natty Dolaiasi Solomon Islands artist. Natty has been on a mission to bring Solomon Islands traditional culture to the world. 2024 has been a breakthrough year bringing…
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