5RM

5RM (801 AM) is a South Australian radio station broadcasting from its transmitter site at Renmark into the Riverland and Mallee (Victoria)

5RM
Broadcast areaBerri, South Australia, Riverland area, Mallee (Victoria) area
Frequency801 KHz
Programming
FormatClassic Hits
Ownership
Owner
  • ARN
  • (Riverland Broadcasters Pty Ltd)
Technical information
Transmitter coordinates
34.2297°S 140.6417°E / -34.2297; 140.6417
Links
Website5rm.com

5RM was opened in 1935 and was originally part of the 5KA network along with sister station 5AU Port Augusta and the church run 5KA Adelaide

The station broadcasts from studios located in Berri, South Australia.

As of Feb 2020, 5RMs Programming consists of Anthony Milich on the 5RM Breakfast Show 6-9 Weekdays, The Leon Byner Morning Show (originating from 5AA Adelaide 9-12 Weekdays and Lachie Winnall 12-6 Weekdays.

In November 2021, 5RM, along with other stations owned by Grant Broadcasters, were acquired by the Australian Radio Network. This deal allows Grant's stations, including 5RM, to access ARN's iHeartRadio platform in regional areas. The deal was finalized on January 4, 2022.[1] It is expected 5RM will integrate with ARN's Pure Gold Network, but will retain its current name according to the press release from ARN.

References
  1. ARN and Grant Broadcasters unite to create Australia's leading radio and digital audio business AdNews Australia 4 January 2022
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