A Friday Rave is on the road with Jacob in the Thumpin’ Pig. Bringing peripatetic ponderings on the mess we’ve got ourselves into every Friday at 5pm.

Ratbags, Peaceniks and Agents of Change. Resistance radio that explores the movements that made us, drawing from the activist archives through to voices of resistance today. We take you under the hood to see how collectives and campaigns are formed, mobilise people, work cooperatively to transform systems of oppression and are sustained over time.

A weekly one hour, award winning, unembedded, independently produced radio program heard exclusively on Community Radio throughout Australia.

Each week a different artist/band introduces the songs from their album or a retrospective of their work. It's free of a formal interview agenda and gives the artists space to tell their stories.

The Spirit of Waa - a journey of stories, yarns and music about freedom and survival. Presented by Talgium 'Chocko' Edwards.

Catch up on all the latest news in Blak music, art and theatre.

Challenging the mainstream, negative stereotypes of people with a mental illness, Brainwaves actively engages those living with a mental illness as researchers, interviewers, performers and program designers while promoting community mental health awareness.

Alternative news, current affairs, and media analysis. Tune into 3CR Breakfast each weekday morning and join Solidarity Breakfast on Saturday.

3CR's seminal rock program of Melbourne and Australian rock with a focus on unsigned bands and who's gigging around Melbourne. Features live-to-air band performances.

Urban environment issues, analysing government services, both federal and state and local campaigns.

Local and national building issues presented by the CFMEU Building Union Division.

Democracy Now! is an independent, award-winning news program hosted by journalists Amy Goodman and Juan Gonzalez produced in New York in the United States of America.

Father and son duo talk the talk about walking the walk, exploring consciousness around developing minds and the imagination of kids and carers. Growing, social, parenting and well-being issues presented amidst a global music jigsaw puzzle with segues to spot.

The Australian Council for the Defence of Government Schools (DOGS) looks at public education and separation of church and state.

Current legal issues presented by the Federation of Community Legal Centres, giving an alternative view of proposed legislation changes.

Inspired by the music of Maestro Ilaiyaraaja and other Tamil/Indian composers, this program creates awareness about Tamil culture and society. We explore and share our joy in the multiple facets of Tamil popular, folk and classical music.

The Plumbers Union weekly radio show. Presented by The Plumbing Trades Employment Union (PTEU). Alternates every second Thursday with the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA).

Animal advocacy on the airwaves, hosted by a team of local animal advocates.

Talkback gardening show covering all aspects of horticulture and emphasizing environmentally friendly ideas.

Global Intifada brings you current affairs through revolutionary & protest music from around the world - because Music Is Our Bomb.

Bringing you news from the social movements of Greece in English and Greek, the anti-fascist and anti-racist front and news of actions and political initiatives from below.

Conversations with farmhouse cheese makers and dairy producers.

A 3-part radio series capturing homelessness during COVID-19

American and Australian roots and roots-based music from the 1920s til now. Latest releases, obscurities, specials, live to air performances and interviews and the silliest gig guide in town!

Delving into the world of experimental music from Melbourne and beyond

With music, stories and poetry from the inside, Jailbreak gives a voice to prison inmates, their families and friends. It provides information on criminal, prison and health issues as well as connecting prisoners to the community through their music, poetry, views and health messages.

Soulless buildings, scorching roads and poisoned gardens. All built on the graves of first nations folk, animals and plants. YUP, we’re living the dream alright! Kill Your Lawn and Kick Your Fence, build communities and love our planet!

News, current happenings and music from Latin America.

Best of the Left commentary and chat.

Talk on substance misuse, alcoholism and other addictions. Information on support groups is given.

Entertaining news and discussion about research that has impact on society and providing a wide range of science and technology news. Distributed nationally on the Community Radio Network.

Making Contact is committed to in-depth critical analysis that goes beyond the breaking news. Showcasing voices and perspectives rarely heard in mainstream media, Making Contact focuses on the human realities of politics and the connections between local and global events, emphasizing positive and creative ways to solve problems.

Nepali music, news and current affairs from home, plus community announcements and discussion.

Greek news, currents affairs and music.

3CR's selection of music and community announcements.

Music Sans Frontieres has been providing airplay, interviews and promotional opportunities for Australian musicians since 2006. We showcase the local talent of musicians from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds; from the Balkans to the choirs of Timor Leste; from Georgian polyphony to South African marabi. Music Sans Frontieres brings music from diverse and unique cultural groups to a broader listening audience. We respond to musicians' requests and are building a loyal, enthusiastic listenership.

Sudanese women's show featuring current affairs, interviews, and music, in Arabic and English.

On Screen shines a light on what's on the big and the small screen. Hear about what's happening locally - recent releases, retrospectives screenings, film festivals and screen related events. Listen to film makers talk about their work, and hear film reviews and recommendations for television viewing.

Covering pansexual issues, pansexual meaning "knowing no boundaries of sex or gender", including transgender, bisexual and polyamorous issues.

News and views regarding the Palestinian situation. Bringing listeners the untold side of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

Australian and international authors talk about their books and how they got published or how they self-published. Listeners, writers and readers will also hear about what's going on in our local writing community.

PX Whanau covers news and views from our queer Pasifika community including the arts and culture and the events that build and nourish our people.

Critically engaged queer commentary.

Food for Thought, lets get radical for philosophy!

Latest science, authors, issues - from climate change, oceans, forests, pollution, Peak Oil, the economy, and peace.

Economics for the rest of us!

Housing for the Aged Action Group presents a show exploring a range of housing issues.

To reforming economics as an interpretation of reality, rather than a diversion play for monopolists.

Each week guest presenters from shows across the 3CR grid bring you their distinctive appreciation of music.

DIY and autonomous politics, music and subculture with a different focus each week.

A program that explores feminist and gender issues, with interviews, commentary and music.

Radical unionism, local street movements, complaints about waged labour and strategies to slack off at work and still get paid.

Community news, current affairs and views. Mainly from Australia and also the world for the East African Community in Melbourne and Australia.

Fun nostalgia 78s

Swing and Jazz music with a mix of old and new, as well as a touch of Latin American. Different guests every week including both music buffs and performers. Occasional live concerts.

News, views, children’s programs and music presented by The Victorian Tamil Association.

Disability issues with the Boldness radio team.

An eclectic mix of sometimes underrated and undiscovered music across all genres

Current affairs, media analysis, alternative media.

Local, national and international interviews with activists on human rights, civil liberties and animal welfare issues. The show has been on air since the late 1980s.

Through multimedia storytelling, Underfoot: The Facility tells the story of carceral logics over the last 180 years and reveals whispers of resistance that still resonate today.

Untold Stories of Injustice is a five-part podcast series that features a collection of interviews, discussions and events highlighting the experiences of folks who have been incarcerated in so-called Victoria, Australia.  

Hip hop, RnB, House, Reggae plus all the latest gig news and album reviews.

Community news, music and information.

Current affairs, media analysis, alternative media.

Yarra Bicycle Users Group promotes urban cycling. Providing support to campaigns to improve cycling conditions and awareness; demystifies cycling technology and helps to reveal the diversity of cyclists, from children to commuters to lobbyists.