3CR Community Radio 855 AM
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3CR is a community radio station that broadcasts on the AM band and on the digital spectrum as 3CR Digital in Melbourne, Australia. It features mainly talk-based programs with political (particularly trade unions) and environmental themes, as well as some music and community language-based programs. Today the station hosts over 130 programs presented by over 400 volunteers. Source
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| Scope | Local |
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| Language | English |
| Country | Australia |
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| Radio Format | Community Radio |
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Search ArticlesGambling Reforms II NDIS Reforms II Working Holiday Visa Halt II EU Migration crisis II AEU Campaign update II Daniela ASU Delegate and Migrant Worker interview II
On this week's episode... La rassegna stampa di questa settimana (this week's headlines): We began by recapping the successful cineforum screening of Pasqualino Settebellezze and the conversations and discussions that were had, our next movie is coming up in September on the 12th we will be continuing our Gian Maria Volonte' retrospective and screening the classic Sacco And Vanzetti. Then we spoke about Melongate and the news stories that were swept under the rug by the manufactured scandal...
Industrial Issues & Victorian Politics with Loukas Kakogiannis
Kevin begins with his usual weekly news roundup, from immigration policy to law enforcement. Kevin then speaks with Loukas Kakogiannis, Secretary, Retail and Fast Food Workers Union (RAFFWU). Retail and Fast Food Workers Union (RAFFWU) Music Now Is The Time Of Emotion by Prince Rama Wednesday 9:00am to 10:00am Urban environment issues, analysing government services, both federal and state and local campaigns. Kevin Healy, Zeb Peake & Karina Aedo-Aguilera Episodes
Francesco Guccini Memorial II Anan Yaeesh Trial Update II 70th Anniversary Marcinelle Mine Disaster II National Day of Italian Labour in the World II Jeff Sparrow on “Social Cohesion” II COMITES Italian electoral reforms II Centro Sociale SPIN TIME
In this week's episode... Rassegna stampa (this week's news headlines): You may have noticed that this week we chose not to start the program with our typical intro and start instead with Francesco Guccini performing his song "Incontro" in 1973. That's because he passed away last week and we thought we would pay tribute to one of the legends of Italian cantautorato. He leaves behind an amazing discography and a resounding impact on Italian culture and music around the world.
Housing and Refugee Rights with Max Costello
Kevin considers the purchase of a 50 million dollar car. Kevin then speaks with Max Costello about developments around the legal recognition of refugee rights in Australia. Music Don't Smoke in Bed, by Dan Tuffy & Song Crew Wednesday 9:00am to 10:00am Urban environment issues, analysing government services, both federal and state and local campaigns. Kevin Healy, Zeb Peake & Karina Aedo-Aguilera Episodes
Congratulations Sally Goldner
Congratulations to Sally Goldner, presenter of Out of the Pan, on her award for Outstanding Contribution to Media at the Victorian Pride Awards on Saturday 15 August. 'This is a first', Sally said accepting the award, 'A queer media award to someone who plays music of all the non-binary kinds, country, western, and classic rock.
Celbrating 50 Years Part 3 from the 3CR Archives [Canto Coro Live, 1995]
Playlist: 18-8-2026 presented by Joe (Featuring a 3CR archive, Canto Coro Live).
Transport with Sean Tyrol & John McPherson
5 Aug 2026 Accessible transport in Melbourne. 22 Jul 2026 Water with Helen van den Berg 8 Jul 2026 Remembering 50 Years of Activism With David Spratt 24 Jun 2026 Refugee Update and more with Max Costello
3CR Somali show 11Augost 2026.
Community news, current affairs and views. Mainly from Australia and also the world for the East African Community in Melbourne and Australia. Presenter Hamdi Ali Topic
Talk the Walk: Peace Walk Against AUKUS featuring Umeewarra Radio
Reed and Max from the Nuclear Free Collective visited Umeewarra Radio on Barngarla/Nukunu Country in Port Augusta, in preparation for the second Peace Walk Against AUKUS. They speak with Uncle Harry Dare and Dre Ngatokorua on 6 August. More information and registration for the 2026 Peace Walk Against AUKUS. "We are walking against the blatant escalation towards war and the unjust spending of over $350 billion on a US-led military project during a cost-of-living crisis.
Episode 4: Covid 19 Hard Lockdown of the Towers
In 2020, 9 public housing towers were put into strict, police enforced lockdown. At the time, Idil lived in a neighbouring public housing estate and had deep connections with many of the people who were suddenly trapped inside. Reem shares stories of organising from inside the lockdown. Idil speaks with Gunnai and Gundtijimara woman, Meriki Onus and Yamatji woman, Crystal Mckinnon about solidarity and community resistance of racialised communities during this time. Episodes