Newcastle Radio Station Frequencies & Dial Guide
Official guide to over-the-air AM and FM radio stations broadcasting across the Newcastle metropolitan area (NSW, Australia). Spectrum data compiled from ACMA Register of Radiocommunications Licences (CC BY 4.0) as of September 2026.
About Newcastle Radio Broadcasting
Newcastle and Lower Hunter radio broadcasts from Mount Sugarloaf, providing line-of-sight across Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie, and Cessnock.
AM Dial Band: 1143 – 1458 kHz
FM Dial Band: 88.0 – 107.7 MHz
Digital Radio (DAB+): Available
Newcastle FM Radio Dial (87.5 – 108.0 MHz)
High-fidelity VHF frequency modulation services serving Greater Newcastle:
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Newcastle AM Radio Dial (530 – 1710 kHz)
Medium Wave amplitude modulation stations providing talk, sport, news, and wide-area coverage:
| Frequency | Station / Callsign | Format / Genre | Transmitter Site | Power (ERP) | Action |
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Newcastle Radio Reception FAQs
What are the primary AM radio stations broadcasting in Newcastle?
Newcastle broadcasters operate primarily on the FM band, with regional AM services accessible via skywave or digital simulcast.
Where are the main radio broadcast transmitter towers located in Newcastle?
FM radio transmitters in Newcastle are primarily located at high-elevation sites to maximize line-of-sight coverage: . AM transmitters are situated in open terrain or coastal lowlands to optimize ground conductivity.
Is DAB+ digital radio available in Newcastle?
Regional DAB+ rollout in development with trial repeaters.
Can I listen to Newcastle radio stations online if I am outside broadcast range?
Yes! SpinRadio provides direct high-fidelity web streaming for Newcastle broadcast stations with live placement on our interactive 3D globe player. Click the "Listen Live on SpinRadio Map" button on any station entry to stream immediately in your browser.