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Feedback Update

Hey Hawkesbury community, Starter FM wants to hear from you, unlike other "harmonious" community radio stations we wont block you for providing feedback, yes even if it is negative! We want to provide the best youth radio station for the Hawkesbury and surrounds, so tell us what you think. Good or bad. On the subject of music censorship Starter FM Operates within the community radio broadcasting guidelines and operates our […]

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Transmission Commences

The Team at Starter Free Media Inc presents the Hawkesbury and Western Sydney's first Youth & LGBTQI station, 89.9 Starter FM. We go live on FM tomorrow at 12pm on the 89.9 FM frequency across Hawkesbury/Western Sydney. Why not drop past on the FM dial and tune-in. f you wish to join or listen 24/7, you can do so via our website: https://starterfm.com.au Team Starter

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ACMA Grants Us A TCBL

Big news, Starter Free Media Inc which operates Starter FM has been granted a temporary community broadcasting license. We will broadcast between 12pm Thursday to 12pm Friday every week and we will share the frequency with the following stations: • Pulse FM Radio (12pm Sunday - 12pm Monday) • Windsor-Hawkesbury Community Radio (WHCR-CAMS) (12pm Monday - 12pm Tuesday) • Vibe Entertainment (12pm Tuesday - 12pm Wednesday) • Harmony FM (12pm […]

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Dance Music Radio is back in Western Sydney!

Dance music has made a return to Western Sydney, with a new and independent youth radio station, "Starter Free Media" (Starter FM). Founded by a passionate team of young people keen to see dance music back on the airwaves of Sydney Radio. Starter FM's focus is on the various genres of Dance, Top 40 and Urban as well providing a platform for Western Sydney and local Australian talent to have […]

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Navigating the Challenges: How the Music Industry is Responding to the Impact of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the music industry, causing widespread cancellations of live performances and tours, closures of venues, and a decrease in album sales. These challenges have forced the industry to adapt and find new ways to continue to connect with fans and make a living. One way that the music industry has adapted is by streaming concerts online. Many musicians have taken to social […]

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House Music and Mental Health

House music has been shown to have a positive effect on mental health. Studies have found that listening to house music can reduce stress, improve mood, and even decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety. One study conducted by the University of London found that listening to house music can increase the release of feel-good chemicals in the brain, such as dopamine and serotonin. These chemicals are associated with improved mood […]

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The Gambling Lobby: A Winning Streak for Politicians

In a recent survey, 9 out of 10 politicians agreed that accepting donations from the gambling lobby is a surefire way to increase their chances of winning elections. "It's a win-win situation," said one anonymous politician. "We get the money we need to fund our campaigns, and the gambling industry gets a seat at the table when it comes to shaping policy." Indeed, the gambling lobby has been on a […]

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Radio Stations Struggle to Compete with Cats’ Online Dominance

In a shocking turn of events, local radio stations across the country are closing down left and right due to a lack of listeners. As it turns out, people would rather watch funny cat videos on YouTube than tune into their favorite radio shows. "It's a sad day for radio," lamented station manager Joe Schmo. "We've been putting out quality content for years, but nobody seems to care anymore. It's […]

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Acknowledgement of country

Starter FM would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. We extend that respect to our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners and community

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