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Vision Australia Radio to drop AM frequencies in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth from July 1

01.05.2026 - Australia Australia

Vision Australia have informed their listener community that from July 1, 2026 they will no longer broadcast on the AM frequencies 1179 AM Melbourne, 1197 AM Adelaide and 990 AM Perth. Vision Australia Radio have provided the AM services for people who are blind or have low vision for more than 40 years and they will still be freely available on DAB+, via online streaming and through the Community Radio Plus app on a smart device. Vision Australia also has an array of podcasts. The CEO of Vision Australia David Williamson said in an email: ‘Transitioning away from AM broadcasting will significantly reduce operating costs. However, our program offerings will remain the same.’

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