NOOSA FM: News & Events - NOOSA FM

Presenter Profile: Pia Vogel

5/5/2022

THURSDAY: 'COOL ROCK THURSDAYS' 12 - 2 PM

I live in Noosa for 12 months now since returning from South America where
I spent the last 7 years.

I have always had a love of music learning the guitar and piano from a young age.
Prior to moving to Noosa, I spent my entire career in PR and
communications with some major international agencies, looking after large
corporate brands.

In my program, ‘’Cool Rock Thursdays’’ a play a wide variety of rock music venturing
beyond Classic Rock to explore a wider variety of rock, ranging from to 60s
to now, from classic , country, pop and soft rock. From the less well known -
to classics - you know so well, and lots of women rockers too.

Tune in and let my playlist rock you during Thursday lunch time.

"Enviro & Science Wave Program" Special - Harmony Week Conversations.

23/3/2022

Prof. Richard Bawden Conversation

Click link above to listen to Professor Richard Bawden's conversation with his guests on living as an immigrant in Australia in 2022. Listen live on Noosa FM 101.3 and "Enviro & Science Wave" with Sibylle
9 am - 12 PM, Thursday 24th March 2022.

“In this week we celebrate nationally what has become known as Harmony week. Established by the Howard government back in 1999, Harmony Day (the 21st March) was intended as a celebration of cohesion and inclusion within Australian society. It was also to promote a tolerant and culturally diverse society.
In this episode we hear from two young women from different countries in the region about their experiences as immigrants into such a claimed culture - is it as good as it gets or is there still room for getting to better?”

Sandy Bolton on-air with Len Tyler Wednesday 9th March 2022

23/3/2022

Click HERE to Interview link

14th February 'Valentine's Day' 2022

30/1/2022

Love is in the Air –
Say “I love you” to your loved one(s) and, let them know that you do on Noosa FM on 'Valentines Day' Breakfast 6 – 9 am on Monday, 14th February.

Name us your favourite song to play for you on the special Valentine's Day playlist.

Call us for your message on 07-5447 2233 or send a message to reception@noosafm.org or send your message for your loved one to our website blog.

Noosa FM Annual General (AGM) Meeting 2021

20/12/2021

Noosa FM's AGM 10 am to 12 pm on Monday, 20th December 2021 in the "Plantation Room" at Noosa Springs Resort.

Our AGM will be followed by our Christmas get together meeting from 12 - 2 pm.
Financial members are welcome and invited to join. Noosa Springs Resort requests proof of double vaccination on entry.

Alison Hadfield -
Barry Charles Award 2021.

Outstanding contribution to our organisation and radio station.
Alison is one of our most committed volunteers with a big heard for the Community Radio Media sector.

Thank you Alison for your great dedication, joy, skills and experience and for serving our radio station and community.

Debbie Noyek -
'The Golden Microphone'

Longest successfully running
'Cultural Program' "IRISH COFFEE".

Debbie commenced her one-hour Irish program on Noosa FM in 2002.
This program is on Sunday 10-11 am and she is delightfully presenting
her popular Irish music and culture hour on the Noosa FM 101.3 airwaves.
For 20 years Debbie has given to all of us a bit of the magic of the Green Isle feel. Debbie
is a great advocate for Noosa FM and community radio.

Thank you Debbie, well done
and well deserved.

The OSCAR for incredible background work and support for the station. goes to Vicki Riley

Vicki produces 'The WAVE' program which runs overnight and it has just been positively remarked about by the CBAA. Our Content Survey revealed outstanding results, topping everything after midnight and they would like to know how we did that😊.
Vicki works relentlessly on updating and renewing our SPL library. She is always on the lookout for new and different music, local, or Australian, indigenous and world music of all genres.

Thank You Vicki for bringing all this diverse and eclectic music into our library and for your programming support.

THE OSCAR for 'President Extraordinaire'
goes to Sibylle Reisch.
Thank you Sibylle for taking
the station into the future and
thank you for all your hard and
dedicated work.

Thanks for being our president.

THE OSCAR for overall station
support and making time for
anything when needed
GOES TO JOHN SHAW.
Thank you John for being here for Noosa FM.

Noosa Waters Christmas Flotilla - Special Christmas Song Program 2021

16/12/2021

The Christmas Boat Flotilla 2021 will be on Friday 17th December commencing at 18:30 hours. The start point will be on the eastern side of Saltwater Park. It is a fun night with a lot of interest from the whole community and the Noosa Waters Residence Association “urges all boat owners to pimp their boat up and take your family either on your decorated water craft or organise a picnic at one of the parks to watch the spectacle.” There is a prize to be won for the ‘Best Dressed Boat’.

Noosa FM will accompany the flotilla with a 6.30 - 8.30 pm Special Christmas Song Program presented by our newest presenter addition, Luke.
So, make sure you are tuned in with Noosa FM 101.3 radio or stream us online.

Live Broadcast - Reed & Co. 'The Carol Cruise' 5 - 6.30 pm on Friday 10th December 2021

4/12/2021

The Carol Cruise event live broadcast on Noosa FM 101.3 airwaves and live streamed around the world Our live website link https://www.noosafm.org/audio-player.html

This is a wonderful event you want to be part of.

The Carol Cruise
Friday, 10th December
Get your boat ready, invite your family and friends, and let’s celebrate the festive season together.
Reed&Co invite you to join in by following the Noosa Ferry, Miss Tewantin, on your boat or set up with your family and friends at one of the four stops along the Noosa riverbank.

Stop 1 – Ravenwood Park
5:00 pm
Stop 2 – Noosa Park West
5:30 pm
Stop 3 – Settler’s Cove Jetty
6:00 pm
Stop 4 – Lions Park Noosa Heads
6:30 pm

Thank you Reed & Co. for sponsoring Noosa FM and for bringing this to our community.

Broadcasting live from the Noosa Beach Classic Car Club "Summer Hill Climb Race 2021"

27/11/2021

Noosa FM live & right in the middle of the roaring race cars competing at The Summer Hill Climb weekend event 27th - 28th November 2021. Outside Broadcast crew (l-r) Mark Panitz and The Captain taking the "Magic Bus" with Chris Lofven up to the Hill Climb on Saturday 27th live from 9 am - 12 pm.
Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers and members of the Noosa Beach Classic Car Club for bringing such a spectacular experience to Noosa, Gyndier Drive.

Happy Halloween with Noosa FM 2021

30/10/2021

Halloween Music Special Edition

Click the button above to listen to Stevie G's Special "Halloween" Music Program on Noosa FM. Invite your family and friends and have a scary time , dance and lots of trick and treats for all.

Thursday 9 am - 12pm: Enviro & Science Wave Program

28/10/2021

Thursday 28th October 2021

Presenter Profile: Chloe Edwards

19/10/2021

TUESDAY: CLOP POP 6 - 8 pm with Chloe
DRIVE FRIDAY: 4 - 6 pm with Chloe

Hey hey, I am Chloe, and moved up from Sydney to Noosa. I am 23 and enjoy pop music, pop culture,
and my favourite thing is listening to the radio.

I was 9 years when I was first on radio on a Sydney AM station and I answered the correct answer
in a competition about the deadliest spider in the world. I was the winner, because,
I knew it was the Brazilian Wandering Spider and to my glory, I won a Human Nature CD.
All my family was so proud of me and ever since then I wanted to be a radio presenter so I could give some winner a CD too.

Now, I am here at Noosa FM and I can say “I am on the radio you know!”

Listener Survey No 2 - 2021 - Content and Community Partnerships

2/10/2021

2nd SURVEY - Program Content

Noosa FM Survey No 2- 2021
Let our volunteers know about your listening preference and music taste - so we can serve you best.
All information will be used for Noosa FM's development. We would like to know what music genre and program content you enjoy, at what times. We would like to learn what you know about our community partnerships about our funding.

With this information we can plan, develop and increase your listening enjoyment and entertainment on Noosa FM.

To fill out this survey click the button below and fill out our 1st survey questions
(about 5 minutes, promise 😊).

Alternatively come into the station between the hours 10 am – 3 PM weekdays and fill out a hard-copy or one of our friendly reception volunteers can fill it in for you on our devise, or call us on 07-5447 2233 and we will do it for you.

THANK YOU and stay well 😊

Presenter Profile: Jannell Chataway

27/9/2021

"NELLIE'S COUNTRY" SUNDAY Lunch time 12 - 2 PM
"LUNCH DELIGHTS" THURSDAY Lunch time 12 - 2 PM

"Nellie's Country" is a great blend of modern country music. I fell in love with this music when I was living in country NSW. The stories that the songs told with the music was exactly what I was looking for at that time in my life.

I started radio in country NSW on KRR FM and then went to Mackay’s 4CRM.
My love for committee radio has never wavered and I enjoy every minute I am in the studio.

I relocated to Noosa and quickly joined Noosa FM. Here I present to you "Nellie's Country" on Sunday afternoon from 12-2 PM and same times on a Thursday a mix of easy to listen music program called "Lunch Delights".

Join me at lunch times and Thank you Noosa FM for allowing me to be part of this amazing team.
Jannell Chataway (Nellie)

Presenter Archive Profile: Deano Angeletta

22/9/2021

"THE DIVE" WEDNESDAY: Nights 8 - 10 PM

Deano has been a bit of a nomad over the past decade; bouncing from his motherland in the UK to Canada and has now called Australia home since 2014. As one of our newest team members, he is excited to be part of the Noosa FM family and be the soundtrack to your mid week nights.

"I am a sucker for any song that builds with layers and has some chunky vocals!" In short, Deano's ideal ambience would be for his soundtrack to be played to accompany you whilst you and your closest friends are watching the sunset as you bounce along the Noosa River on a BBQ pontoon; a perfect blend of funky house, indie pop and all things electro.

So come and join "The Dive" with Deano; explore some new tunes and rediscover some absolute classics.

Presenter Profile: Peter Terrill

22/9/2021

My first involvement in radio announcing was in the late 1970's when I attended the Air/TV course, hosted by 4IP News presenter, John Knox, and QTQ9's Jim Iliffe.
After "dabbling" in radio for a few years, I joined the Australian Army and served 9 years with the Royal Australian Engineers. Post Army, I attained a Social Science degree and a couple of small business ventures that led me to Toowoomba. In Toowoomba I was a coach driver and road train driver. Retiring to the Sunshine Coast in 2018, while serving my community as a Justice of the Peace, an opportunity arose to reinvigorate my former radio prowess with Noosa FM. Starting September 11, 2021, "The Big Kahuna" commences at Noosa FM on Saturday evenings with his "Classic Rock" Show playing classic rock from the 1960's, 70's, 80's and 90's; and occasionally slipping into the classic pop genre.

Noosa FM "Open Studio Day" 10 am - 2 PM Tuesday, 27th July 2021

15/7/2021

Thank you everyone for making our "Open Studio Day" such fun and success.

Special ThankYou to The SandFlys for their great Music entertainment. Special ThankYou to Melany B for great fun photo options and her great drag queen performances. Special ThankYou to Dave Barrie for his rock pop songs and bringing his young family along. Special ThankYou to Barry Charles for his songs and spectacular vocals.

Special ThankYou to our community subscriber The Noosa Beach Classic Car Club for joining into the fun and bringing some of their fabulous cars along and in front of The J.

Special ThankYou to our sponsor "Pet Bone Drink" Sam Miszkowski for letting all visiting dogs sample his delicious Pet Drink.

Special ThankYou to our sponsor Julia and Ed from the Bamboo Park for coming along and supporting.

Special ThankYou to Sandy Bolton, (MP), Amelia Lorentson Cr Noosa Council, Tom Wegener Cr Noosa Council, Chris Wordsworth, Station Manager Sunshine FM, Tyron De Kauwe, Conservation Officer, Sunshine Coast Council
for visiting and letting us show off our newly renovated studio facilities.

Special ThankYou to our neighbours, The J management for letting us occupy and party on the entire front of The J building and for coming in for a sausage.

Our very specially big ThankYou to the people who gave us the grant to finances these amazing renovations of our station facilities- The Queensland Government (CBF).

ThankYou to our Management Committee for seeing all the renovations through and for getting our station modernised and a happy place to be and for organising this great day of achievements and fun for all of us to have.

Photos courtesy of: Sandy Bolton, Sibylle Reisch, Wendy O'Hanlon, Kate Rider, Gisa Weatehrill.

All of us at Noosa FM would like to invite you to come along to our “Open Studio Day” 10 am to 2 PM on Tuesday 27th of July.

We have given our facilities at The J Building in the Noosa Junction a makeover, and we would like to give you an opportunity to see what we have achieved and to help us celebrate to thank the Queensland Government for the Grant from the Community Benefit Funding program to Noosa FM that has made all this possible.

In front of the station will be live music, entertainment, and opportunities for some fun selfies with Melony Breast.
You can get your voice recorded with one of our on-air announcements, e.g. “my name is Peter and I am from Tewantin, Noosa FM is my favourite radio station.”
There will be lots to see from our sponsors and community supporters and a Sausage sizzle and soft drinks together with some merchandise available to help continue fund raising Noosa FM.
- (Please Note: Numbers of Indoor patrons are limited to current government Covid restrictions). -

Noosa FM Listener Survey 2021 - Let us know a bit about YOU.

18/6/2021

Survey No 1 - Engagement

To jump onto the link and click the button above labeled "SURVEY No 1 - ENGAGEMENT" or scan the QR code and fill out our survey questions (about 5 minutes, promise 😊).

Alternatively come into the station from 10 am – 3 PM weekdays and fill out a hard-copy or
call us on 07-5447 2233 and we will do it for you.

THANK YOU and stay well 😊

Noosa FM Listener Survey
No 1 - 2021
Let our volunteers know a little bit about you - so we can service you best.
All information will be used for Noosa FM's development. We would like to know that you listen, at what times and how you listen. With this information we can plan for the future and develop Noosa FM and analyse how keep increasing your listening enjoyment and entertain you using best standards.

NEW Autumn - Winter Program 2021

18/5/2021

Noosa FM's NEW Autumn - Winter Program 2021 out now and available for download (simply click on the Program Guide button below) or come into the station and fetch a hard copy at reception. There are new voices and new programs and we enjoy to hear from you and encourage your feedback. You can tell us your opinion online here on the website or by calling 07-5447 2233 the station's reception line.
In any way, we wish you well and that you enjoy our program for you 24/7.

Noosa FM 101.3 Radio For Our Community.

Autumn-Winter 2021

Presenter Profile: Jon Marshall

14/5/2021

Thursdays Brekky 6 - 9 am

Born and bred in southeast Queensland.
Hailing from the Darling Downs (so a bit of country may slip in!) with a long career in aviation and tourism I’m now living back on the coast and loving it and being part of the Noosa FM team presenting the Thursday Breakfast program.

I’ve a pretty wide taste in music and want to present you with “Classic Hits With A Folk Rock Twist”.

There’ll be music to sing along to loudly in your car as well as a few off-beat surprises and new music. I’ll bring TMR live traffic update to you whilst keeping the show upbeat and for a smooth and safe drive.

Presenter Archive: Bob

11/5/2021

MONDAY BREAKFAST: Mondays 6 - 9 am

Bob is the inaugural Gympie Gold Rush Soap Box Derby Champion (Circa 1984) and has great plans of one day becoming Batman. This, combined with the fact that he has no interest in news and current affairs, and is completely ignorant to upcoming weather events makes him the logical choice to be a breakfast radio presenter.
It does help however that he is an early riser and is addicted to coffee.

Presenter Profile: Floyd

9/5/2021

"JAZZ LESS ORDINARY" with Floyd Sundays 2 – 5 PM
I’ve been around the world and I, I, I (apologies to Lisa Stansfield!) ….. ended up in Noosa 3 years ago. I’m from New Orleans, LA where music and rhythm are in the blood. I’ve been a soul/jazz fan from when I was knee high to a grasshopper – try convincing your uni friends that Sun Goddess by Ramsey Lewis is to be preferred to literally any track by [insert virtually any rock band you can think of]!! I’m here to share my love and passion for the music that transports me in the hope that it will transport you, too, to wherever you want to go.

Check out my program "Jazz Less Ordinary" on Sundays from 2 PM - 5 PM where I play Nu Jazz, Acid Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, Nu Bossa and Brazilian Grooves, Neo Soul, Downtempo and Afro Beats. In short, music to move the mind, move the body, move the soul.

Bat Conversation on Pet Purri

26/4/2021

Bat Colonies on the Sunshine Coast.

Sibylle, presenter of Pet Purri talks to Tyron De Kauwi about bats on Wednesday 21st April 2021.
Tyron is a Natural Areas Conservation Officer at the Sunshine Coast Council. We ask Tyron are bats important for our environment? What would happen if these flying mammals were no longer part of our ecosystem?
What can we do to support Council's work on tracking them?

Bats make up 20% of all mammals and there are 1400 different species of different sizes pretty much all over the world. They are the only mammal capable to sustain flight covering long distances. Our flying foxes bats are nomadic and cover 1000s of kilometer to travel to food sources. While they travel around, they pollinate our native trees and their work creates new forests.

Quote - https://littleaussiebat.com.au
"Flying-foxes are hard-working little Aussies. They are FIFO workers on the night shift – flying out from their camps at dusk to feed on flowering or fruiting plants and trees. And then they do the incredibly important job of spreading pollen and seeds – up to 60,000 seeds each along a 50km stretch of land every night! When their crucial work is done, they head back to camp before dawn to sleep through the day, ready for their next shift. Their contribution to the health of our native forests cannot be overstated......
LEAN CLEAN FLYING MACHINES
Contrary to what you may have heard, flying-foxes are very clean animals that are constantly grooming and cleaning themselves. However, they also communicate by scent. Odours are used to identify camp trees, each other, and also to attract mates. Mothers are able to locate their pups in crèche trees by their scent and calls."

What can we do to support Council's work on tracking them?
Simply Download the tracking app 'Clean Air and Urban Landscapes (CAUL) Urban Wildlife’ app and log any sightings of flying-foxes.
You can record flying-fox sightings from your home or as you go for a walk around your local area.

Please do NOT touch any bat! In South-east Queensland report all sick and injured bats to the Wildcare Hotline on 07 5527 2444 or the RSPCA Queensland on 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625).

UNIQUE MAMMALS SBS.COM.AU

Bat Orphans BBC UK Video

"Getting To Better Together" Podcasts made by CIDSEL

7/4/2021

“If you have ever felt perplexed by how we get to a better world, if you have ever felt like you are seeking but never finding the answers, the Getting to Better Together podcast is for you. Emeritus Professor Richard Bawden- the host of the podcast, explores ideas, opinions, provide facts and evidence in support of the aim of getting to better together. This podcast is being presented by USC Centre for International Development, Social Entrepreneurship and leadership in one acronym CIDSEL.”

EPISODE 1
"Mapping the Territory

Professor Richard Bawden explores ideas, opinions, provide facts and evidence in support of the aim of getting to better together.

Sunday 6th June 2021

EPISODE 2
"Exploring Worldviews"

Guest: Professor Maria Raciti
In this episode, our host Richard Bawden has a conversation about differing views of the world with Maria Raciti who is professor of marketing and director of the indigenous and transcultural research centre at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

Sunday 3rd June 2021

EPISODE 4
"The Importance of Together"

Guest: Tami Harriott – General Manager of the USC Centre for International Development, Social Entrepreneurship and Leadership (CIDSEL).

Sunday 4th April 2021

EPISODE 5
"The Good Life"

Guest: Roger Packham;
Roger Packham is an Associate Professor at Western Sydney, who has had a long passion for, and practical experience as an educator with the vital issue of how our values, especially our ethical and moral beliefs, influence the way that we live our lives.

Sunday 11th April 2021

EPISODE 6
"Thoughtful and Committed Citizens"

Guest: Tony Wellington
Tony Wellington has worked as a professional photographer, filmmaker and author. He has a BA in media and communications and has lectured in film craft. Tony has also represented Noosa Shire as a local government Councillor and a Mayor.

Sunday 25th April 2021

EPISODE 11
"Food for Thought"

Guest: Amber Scott
There are few issues more relevant or immediate t our them of Getting to Better Together, than the food that we eat. Indeed we can argue that the quality of our food is absolutely central to the quality of our loves. And this all starts with a concern for the way that our food is produced and distributed. These are issues that our host Richard Bawden pursues in this episode with his guest Amber Scott who not only holds to this principle with a passion, but who does everything that she can to put it into practice as a small-scale producer - and much more besides. As she reveals in her conversation with Richard, Amber is involved all the way from farm to fork in an extraordinarily innovative initiative in the Mary Valley in South East Queensland.

Sunday 7th August 2021

EPISODE 12
"A Youthful Voice"

Guest: Creole Wihongi
The state of the world tomorrow will belong to the youth of today. How does the current younger generation feel about that prospect? With all the current turmoil on so many social, economic, political, and environmental fronts, can today's young people be at all optimistic about the future that they will have to encounter? Richard's youthful guest in this episode certainly thinks so. Listening to his interview with the very talented Creole Wihongi, an International Studies and Law student at the University of the Sunshine Coast, is a truly uplifting experience. Throughout their conversation, which ranges across a wide spectrum of contemporary issues and their potential impact on the future, Creole is delightfully and almost defiantly optimistic.

EPISODE 7
"A Voice From The Business World"

Guest: Howard Dare - All too often when we talk of participation in the search for community and environmental betterment, we forget about the role that corporations could and should play and indeed are playing in actuality. In this episode we speak with a past business leader, Howard Dare, whose personal story certainly deserves to be heard in this regard.

Sunday 9th May 2021

EPISODE 8
"Education for Sustainable Development"

Guest: Jen Dollin
Jen Dollin is responsible for education for sustainable futures at Western Sydney University and in this conversation with Richard, she explains what this entails. With her emphasis on networking both locally and internationally, Jen provided a wonderful example of Getting to Better Together within the vital context of sustainable futures.

Sunday 23rd May 2021

EPISODE 9
"Learning from the Future"

Guest: Oliver Freeman

In this episode, our host Richard Bawden talks with Oliver Freeman who is a futurist and one of the pre-eminent scenario planners in Australia. The conversation ranges over a number of issues related to the theme of developing foresight or learning from the future. This is of huge significance given the turbulence of the complex and ever-changing times in which we are living.

Sunday 20th June 2021

EPISODE 10
"Doing Politics Differently - Unleashing the Power of the Community"

Guest: Cathy McGowan

From time to time, something happens in the Australian political sphere that restores our collective faith in a grassroots participative democracy that places Getting to Better Together at the forefront of consideration. Cathy McGowan's community-based election and parliamentary tenure on the crossbenches of Federal parliament from 2013-19 as the independent member for Indi in northern Victoria, provided a quite remarkable example of such an episode. In this interview with our host Richard Bawden, Cathy shares her thoughts and critical reflections on 'doing politics differently'.

Sunday 18th July 2021

Winner "Fun and Fitness" Raffle 2021

20/2/2021

CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS CONGRATULATIONS TO
1st PRIZE WINNER - The Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board Goes To - PHOEBE of Noosa Springs.

2nd PRIZE WINNER - The Buggy Board Goes To - TAMI of CIDSEL
3rd PRIZE WINNER - The Lonely Planet Ultimate Travel Guide Goes To - MARK of Noosa Springs.
4th PRIZE WINNER - USB Radio & Speaker Goes To - LISA from Coolum.

Thank you to all our generous donors and everybody who contributed and every raffle ticket purchaser -
You have to be in it to win :)

TUNE IN - Noosa FM on Online App :)

9/2/2021

To all our dear Streaming Listeners - We are back streaming on the Tune In - App :)
Noosa FM 101.3 link below
https://tunein.com/radio/Noosa-1013-FM-s241296/