Confident of getting licence

PCR-FM has never questioned the allocation of a permanent licence to Five-O-Plus nor Hits and Country.

They are genuine local broadcasters and add diversity to the existing local community broadcasters.

We do apply and receive some governments grants allocated to non-profit organisations that promote multicultural harmony.

We do not apologise for it.

We accept that this remains distasteful to people with a xenophobic attitude but it does not excuse their ignorance.

Unfortunately, Mr Lambert's views are still prevalent within some sections of our community.

PCR-FM's recent success in the Federal Court of Australia against the might of the Australian Broadcasting Authority does not only represent a victory for a small group of local volunteers but for all the local volunteer associations.

They contribute so much to the life of the Central Coast communities.

There has never been any doubt about our financial viability and our action in the Federal Court has dispelled any doubts about our financial capabilities.

Justice doesn't come cheap.

As a matter of fact, it is only thanks to the fortitude of our committee that Radio Yesteryear gets a second chance.

Our battle to give a voice to under-represented sections of our community is only starting and we are confident of getting a permanent licence on our own merit, despite the views of some stagnant and stale minds.

PCR stands for Progressive Community Radio.

Norbert Lindberg, Secretary PCR-FM