ABC Perth is a prominent radio station operated by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), serving Western Australia since its launch as part of the national public broadcaster’s regional network. Broadcasting from studios in Perth, the station delivers a diverse mix of news, current affairs, entertainment, and music tailored to the interests and needs of Western Australian listeners. As part of the ABC’s commitment to independent, high-quality public media, ABC Perth provides trusted local journalism alongside national and international programming. Its audience spans urban, suburban, and regional communities across the state, with a strong focus on engaging listeners through relevant, inclusive, and culturally resonant content. What sets ABC Perth apart is its deep local integration — combining ABC’s national resources with on-the-ground reporting and community-focused initiatives that reflect the unique social, environmental, and economic landscape of Western Australia.
ABC Perth offers a varied schedule of programming that reflects its ‘variety’ genre tag, blending news, talk, music, and entertainment. Key local shows include Perth Mornings, Perth Drive, and WA Afternoons, which cover current affairs, lifestyle, and regional issues with a distinctly Western Australian perspective. The station also broadcasts national ABC programs such as AM, PM, and The World Today, alongside music segments featuring Australian and international artists across genres like pop, rock, folk, and Indigenous music. Programming is designed to inform, engage, and entertain a broad audience, balancing hard news with lighter features and community voices.
ABC Perth broadcasts from its studios in the Perth central business district, Western Australia, and transmits across the state via FM, AM, digital radio, and online streaming through the ABC Listen platform. Its signal reaches metropolitan Perth as well as key regional centres including Bunbury, Geraldton, Albany, and Kalgoorlie, serving both urban and remote communities. The station is a vital source of local news, emergency updates, and cultural content for Western Australians, reflecting the state’s diverse geography and population while maintaining strong ties to the national ABC network.
Tags: 80s, national, pop, public radio, variety
Country: The United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland
Tags: classic hits, national, oldies, public radio, variety
Country: The United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland
Tags: 90s, national, pop, public radio, variety
Country: The United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland
Tags: dance, national, pop, public radio, variety
Country: The United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland
