About Us
Bumma Bippera Media 98.7FM is the first and only indigenous radio service in Gimuy (Cairns). Our studios are located right here in Gimuy (Cairns) at 1/143 Buchan Street.
BBM 98.7 FM is heard in Gimuy (Cairns) and surrounding areas.
BBM can be heard in Gordonvale, West to Kuranda, Atherton and Mareeba, north to Port Douglas and Mossman, east to Yarrabah via streaming, social media and program sharing.
Our radio service also extends nationally, Monday to Friday via our Talk Back program “TALK BLACK” and also a number of other programs through the National indigenous radio service and Globally via our online audio stream.
Our aim is to be the best Community Radio Station in Gimuy (Cairns) and to involve a broad cross section of our community in delivering the service. We are proud of the fact we have volunteers, staff and members who are both indigenous and non indigenous people.
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(opens in a new tab)Bumma Bippera 98.7FM is the first and only indigenous radio service in Cairns.
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This week on Blak Law: Tribal Edition (BLTE) – When governments, courts, and corporate bodies speak of "land rights," "handbacks," or statutory recognition, an unspoken legal contradiction sits at the heart of the conversation.Join Gaan-Yarra, Yirrilam, Bumi, and Murrumu as they confront the foundational question of property rights on the Australian continent: can the Australian Crown give anything back if it never legally possessed radical title or lawful ownership in the first place?Coming to you via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service. Right here on BBM 98.7FM!
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On todays National Talk Black via NIRS – National Indigenous Radio Service we have:Beth Rolton, Travis Schultz & Partners Principal & Cairns Leader, talking about Motorcyclists account for more than one in four road deaths as fatalities rise 12%. Motorcycle fatalities now account for more than one in four road deaths in Queensland, prompting renewed calls for motorists to look out for riders. Beth is a leading personal injury lawyer and Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist recognised in the top 1% in the state. She discusses the rising motrocycle death toll, the shared responsibility for rider safety, contributory negligence in motorcycle crashes, the hidden dangers of regional roads and the lasting consequences of road trauma. Dr. Ren Perkins, The University of Queensland School of Education, talking about How do we prepare future workers for culturally safe practice? Dr Ren Perkins from The University of Queensland’s School of Education is working to transform the education of future teachers, healthcare workers, and other professionals by utilising Indigenous-informed methods such as yarning, connection with Elders, and sharing of Indigenous knowledges. Since joining the University, Dr Perkins has reached over 8,200 learners and was recognised for his transformative work with an Award for Teaching Excellence. Congratulations, Dr. Perkins! You can find out more via the link below! (Photo Credit: The University of Queensland)about.uq.edu.au/experts/39150Lenora Thacker, Author, talking about "The Pearl of Tagai Town" by Lenora Thacker wins the Queensland Literary Awards – Queensland Premier's Award for Work of State Significance. Lenora Thacker's debut novel, The Pearl of Tagai Town, brings a fresh angle to Australian historical fiction with a First Nations love story. A heart-warming and ultimately triumphant story of the life of a young Torres Strait Islander woman from Tagai Town, a shantytown on the northeastern coast of Australia, in the decades before, during and after World War II. The Queensland Literary Awards (QLAs) celebrate established and emerging writers from around Australia and across a range of genres. Congratulations, Lenora! You can find out more via the link below!lenorathaker.com/Have something happening in your community, and you want to talk about it, give us a call on 1800 422 416. Or Give us a text on 0457 140 550!We would also like to thank the Community Broadcasting Foundation and National Indigenous Australians Agency for their support here at BBM 98.7FM.Make sure to tune in Monday-Friday 11am-12pm QLD Time to stay up to date with the latest national events.
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