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. Oh yeah!'

'I want to thank 3CR in its 50th year for being a leader in Melbourne and the broader not-for-profit and amazing community radio sectors for their 21-year support of Out of the Pan. They’ve been so well placed to be a proactive media leader standing with trans and gender diverse people, and for their support of me personally.'

'Stay difficult. And stay happy. Stay proudly queer. And that’s the bottom line, because Sal Goldner said so!'

Get along to The Boite’s annual fundraiser for 3CR THIS Sunday 2 August, featuring community choirs who generously donate their songs in a fabulous concert at Church of All Nations, Carlton. Join an enthusiastic audience as part of the ongoing celebrations of the station’s 50th year! Featuring Gorani, men’s vocal ensemble, Sonidos del Alma, sounds of the soul, directed by Colombian singer, composer and artist, Iaki Vallejo, Mixed Drinks directed by Therese Virtue, and Footscray Hotel Choir, directed by Lloyd O’Hanlon. Grab your tickets now and we’ll see you there! And be sure to tune into The Boite’s weekly program Music Sans Frontieres.

We’re thrilled to be part of the 2026 Open House program and invite people to come for a station tour on Friday 24 or Saturday 25 July. Check out our listing online here to register and we’ll see you on the day! It’s a great opportunity to check out our studios, get behind the mic, and soak up the history of 50 years of community radio.