Castlemaine's progressive community radio station, broadcasting music, local news, talks & specialist programs.
94.9 MainFM is an award winning community radio station based in Castlemaine broadcasting music, community news, talks and specialist programs and events throughout a large area of Central Victoria.
MainFM is a not-for-profit organisation which is owned and operated by and for the community and relies on sponsorship and listener subscriptions for its day to day broadcasting and administrative costs. The station operates from the Workspace building in Halford Street, Castlemaine with two staff members, whose positions are funded by the Community Broadcasting Foundation, and over 100 volunteer presenters.
It is governed by an elected Committee of Management and is dedicated to creating an asset that resonates and belongs to the broader community.
With over 750 subscribers, MainFM is committed to ‘putting community into radio’ by broadcasting high quality radio 24 hours a day and streaming online.
Our presenters are locals and programs are varied and diverse with over 65 shows across the program grid, reflecting our community.