Our Upgraded Studios

North West FM recently underwent a major refit of our studios. Our previous panels were getting on in age and becoming increasingly difficult to keep in good shape compared to what else was available. So, thanks to a disciplined savings plan and help from the Community Broadcast Foundation, the station was able to upgrade to … Read more

Moreland Relay For Life – March 24 and 25, 2018

Relay for life

Join the Cancer Council’s Relay For Life at Clifton Park, Albert Street, Brunswick on March 24th & 25th, 2018 as we celebrate cancer survivors, remember those we have lost and fight back against cancer. There are a number of ways your organisation can get involved: Create a team and participate in the event, Volunteer your time or services, or Help spread the word – promote … Read more

Moonee Valley Festival – February 25, 2018

North West FM was a part of the Moonee Valley Festival in Queens Park, Moonee Ponds on Sunday February 25, 2018. This festival is the City of Moonee Valley’s largest free community celebration with market stalls, food trucks, roving performers, live entertainment, community activities and displays.

New Antenna Saga

New antenna

November 2017: Our new temporary transmission antenna was installed at our studio on Friday November 17, 2017 and listeners were quick to acknowledge the improved radio signal. This is a temporary solution until the new full time, full strength antenna can be erected at the Progress Reserve after ACMA (the Australian Communication and Media Authority) corrects … Read more

2016 VTCA Cricket Award for Glenn (Scatters) Scarborough

At the recent annual general meeting of the Victorian Turf Cricket Association, Scatters was awarded Life Membership for services to the competition through his Sunday night program the North West Amateur Cricket Report. Believe it or not, he was rendered speechless and close to tears. He became Life Member No. 40 of an association that has … Read more