HASTINGS Community Radio (2Way FM) held its annual general meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, 25 November at the Wauchope Country Club.
President Dennis Owen provided his annual report, highlighting the station’s financial stability, the introduction of a three-year strategic plan, and a $13,000 grant received from the Community Broadcasting Foundation.
A portion of the grant went towards the development of a new website, designed by committee member Andrew Clements.
A new committee was then elected, consisting of Andrew Clements, Ken Lindsay, Dennis Owen, Mal Salter, Robin Van Loggerenberg, James Wallis and Christine Woolnough.
The executive positions of chairman, vice chairman, secretary and treasurer will be determined at the first committee meeting.
Two life memberships were also awarded at the AGM.
The first went to Liz Faassen, who has been a member of the station for eleven-and-a-half years, holding the positions of president, treasurer, sponsorship officer, administration manager and presenter.
The second life membership was posthumously awarded to Danny John McCane, a Vietnam veteran and station member for over 20 years.
The award was accepted by his close friends Brenda and Rod Worthing.
New station presenters were also in attendance.
Kevin Carter moved from Newcastle 12 months ago and has fulfilled his teenage dream of becoming a radio presenter with his show “Up Late”.
Mal and Shaz Salter joined the station in June with their program “Walk a Country Mile”.
“Shaz and I were asked about coming on board by two long term friends,” Mal told NOTA.
“We enjoy having fun with our program and communicating with the community.
“In fact, a friend from 15 years ago heard me on the radio and reconnected with me.”
Hastings Community radio is entirely volunteer-run.
The newest recruit is Jean White, who has recently taken over office administration.
Jean arrives at the station with a history of working in finance, accounting and auditing.
Hastings Community Radio 103.9 2Way FM is always looking for new members and presenters, with full details available on their website.
By Bill HARROW
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