96five Family Radio
Broadcast area | South-East Queensland |
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Frequency | 96.5 MHz FM |
Branding | Family-FM 96five |
Programming | |
Language(s) | English |
Format | Christian radio |
Ownership | |
Owner | Family Radio Ltd |
96five Digital | |
History | |
First air date | November 1, 2001[1] |
Call sign meaning | 4 = Queensland Family Radio Brisbane |
Technical information | |
ERP | 12,000 watts |
HAAT | 283 m[2] |
Transmitter coordinates | 27°27′47″S 152°56′49″E / 27.46306°S 152.94694°E |
Links | |
Website | 96five |
96five (call sign: 4FRB) is a Christian community broadcast radio station operated by Family Radio Ltd in Brisbane, Australia. The radio stations continued operation is supported by sponsorship, fundraising and pledges. A separate program output is aired on the stations DAB+ Digital Radio channel called "Inspire".
Programming
Family FM (identified on-air as 96five) describes itself as being a "family-friendly broadcaster", with programming content that is suitable for all ages. It is similar to radio stations in Melbourne Light FM and Sydney's Hope 103.2.
The stations music playlist, consists of both contemporary Christian artists, and also mainstream artists. The station guarantees that listeners will hear no bad language or questionable content.
It also features numerous family segments and positive messages from family and ministry figures, that air each hour. A number of specialist programs such as Focus on the Family and Talking Life that deal with Christian, Mental Health and Family issues also air.
The station also conducts regular Outside Broadcasts at various events and locations, including primary schools and at feature community events.
On-Air Lineup
Weekdays:
- 5:00am - 5:30am: Insight For Living with Chuck Swindoll
- 6:00am – 10:00am: A Good Morning with Ken, Nicky & Steve
- 10:00am – 1:00pm: Timothy Charles
- 1:00pm – 3:00pm: Arthur Muhl
- 3:00pm – 6:00pm: The Back Seat Drivers with Luke & Susie
- 6:00pm – 7:00pm: Seven News Queensland simulcast
- 10:30pm - 11:00pm: Focus On The Family
Saturdays:
- 6:00pm – 7:00pm: Seven News Queensland simulcast
Sundays:
- 6:00am - 6:30am: Life Matters with Ben Windle
- 6:30am - 9:00am: Sunday Celebration with Alex Milne
- 9:00am - 9:30am: Family Worship
- 9:30am - 10:00am: Real Faith with Eric Skattebo
- 6:00pm – 7:00pm: Seven News Queensland simulcast
- 7:00pm - 10:00pm: Open House with Stephen O'Doherty (simulcast from Hope 103.2 Sydney)
Studios
The station's studios are based in the northern Brisbane suburb of Alderley.
The station's transmission facilities are located at a shared broadcast facility on Mt. Coot-tha.
Community Outreach
The radio station organises and liaises with a number of community outreach programs and initiatives through its ministry.
- SOS Calls - The breakfast show assists an individual or family in need.
- Street Machines - Promotional vehicles loaded up with prizes.
- School Excursions - The breakfast team broadcast live from a primary school, with a visit from the 7 News chopper and personality.
- Partners - Media partnerships with many other Brisbane & international not-for-profit organisations including SU QLD, Red Frogs, CBM Miracles Day and Compassion.
See also
References
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External links
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- Radio stations in Brisbane
- Community radio stations in Australia
- Christian radio stations in Australia
- Radio stations established in 2001
- 2001 establishments in Australia
- English-language radio stations