of financial support from the local community was exacerbated by this. Many business houses took a wait and see approach. The full-time licence was finally granted in 2000 - when then-President Terry Hogan received the phone call, he was amazed at the lack of celebration. It was simply business as usual in Narrabri. The launching of MAX FM, coupled with a far more aggressive sales team lead to some limited acceptance by the local community. A focus on the oldest members of the community seemed to be the right niche for MAX FM, with income, membership and technical growth was substantial. Income The station earns income from memberships, sponsorships, fundraising, and grants, which totals approximately $140,000 per year. Technical data Frequency - 91.3FM Licensed Power - 10 Kw. Effective Radiated Power - 10Kwatts Studio automation uses "Raduga" External links 2MAX FM website CBAA website 2MAX FM's Licence application to ACMA Investigation Report Community radio stations in Australia Radio stations in New South Wales Radio stations established in 1992