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We are a radio station powered by a community of local broadcasters and creatives.

For over 20 years, we’ve been championing new local music, voices and stories. fbi.radio supporters are the reason why this station remains 100% independent. Without any regular or significant government funding, it’s the generosity of people like you who ensure our volunteers can make the best radio they can. It means that the music you don’t hear anywhere else has a home, the voices that are otherwise quiet are loud, and the stories usually lost are told.

Listening to fbi.radio will always be free. Your support keeps it that way.

Benny, Guano C, and Ify stand in the fbi.radio music library. All three are looking at the camera, and Ify and Benny are smiling. Guano C looks fake confused. He stands in the middle with his arms over Ify and Benny's shoulders.

Ruby wears a Collarbones t shirt and pretends to play the DJ decks, Al sings into a pringles can. Both are wearing dark sunglasses in the FBi studio.

The three members of MUNA stand on the street outside fbi.radio with Tanya Ali. All four of them are facing the camera and smiling in dappled sunlight, with arms around each other's backs.

Why support us?

We are proudly 100% listener-owned and funded, with no ongoing government support.
We play 50% Australian music, with half from Sydney, handpicked by people. Not algorithms.
Community radio supports the local economy by spotlighting the small businesses, cultural initiatives and neighbourhood icons that make Sydney vibrant.
We create space for collaboration and growth, supporting 500+ volunteers and emerging creatives annually through accessible community-run programs.
We’re an incubator for the next generation of Australian radio, media and creative talent. We equip young people with skills and pathways into media, broadcasting, and creative work.
We help Sydney discover their new favourite artists and have been doing so for two decades now.
We facilitate music, arts and culture initiatives for young people of diverse abilities, genders and cultural backgrounds across Greater Sydney (including Dance Class, Tracks, and All The Best).
We provide a crucial platform for emerging culture and provide space for creative communities to reach new audiences.
We keep you company 24/7, with new music, diverse ideas and information you can trust.

100% independent music and programming

We are in the business of supporting local businesses

Community at the heart of everything we do

Listener Benefits

Tickets, merch, exclusive goodies and so much more. Thanks for tuning in to fbi.radio.

First Look: DJ Ahmet for Sydney Film Festival

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FAQs

Donate today – Be part of our supporter community through one-off or regular donations

Become a volunteer – We have over 500 volunteers and creatives who help keep the station running

Become a partner – Partner with us to get your local business noticed, while supporting your community radio station

Spread the word – Tell your friends and family about us, and share our content on social media

Aside from the warm glow of keeping independent radio alive? Absolutely. Your donation is fully tax-deductible, so you’ll get a little love back from the tax office come June 30. Plus, you’ll be part of the reason why local artists get airplay, bold stories get told, and community voices stay loud. Not bad, right?

Your supporter contributions go towards the everyday costs of running a radio station and maintaining fbi.radio’s ability to foster the next generation of radio makers, DJs, media professionals and more. It allows us to platform the next big thing over the airwaves and put on events to keep Sydney’s music, arts and culture communities thriving.

Yes, all donations over $2.00 to fbi radio are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. You will receive a confirmation email with a tax-deductible receipt for your records.

The only exception to this is if you wish to be a ‘Voting Member’ and have a say in the station’s governance. In this case $1 will be taken from your first payment each year as a ‘Membership Fee’ and is not tax-deductible.

We understand things change. If you ever wish to cancel, pause or change the amount of your fbi.radio support you can reach us at membership@fbiradio.com and we will be able to facilitate.

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Community radio is driven by the local community, for the local community. Unlike commercial stations, we’re not driven by profits or commercial interests. Our focus is on offering diverse voices, local music, and independent programming that reflects Sydney. We provide a platform for emerging artists and underrepresented voices that you won’t hear on mainstream radio.

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The heart of emerging music, arts and culture.

We are a radio station powered by a community of local broadcasters and creatives.

Why support us?

Listener Benefits

First Look: DJ Ahmet for Sydney Film Festival

FAQs

How can I support the station?

Do I get anything as a supporter?

How will my donation be used?

Is the supportership tax deductible?

How do I cancel my supportership?

How can I support fbi radio if I’m not in a position to give money?

What makes community radio different from commercial radio?

Donate today to support fbi radio and keep the music you love on the airwaves.