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Hall of Fame

5EBI has a rich history of people who have dedicated their hearts and souls to growing and supporting the community nature of our radio station.

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1970s History

The 1970s was the start of something special ... the launch of 5EBI with just 5 ethnic groups, first broadcasting out of the 5UV studios. This was followed by a busy decade of growth, including multiple moves of broadcast location as the number of Ethnic Groups broadcasting grew dramatically.

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1980s History

The 1980s saw a rapid growth to 47 broadcasting groups, in 5EBI's brand new studios in Byron Place ... plus the introduction of an Outside Broadcast Van to enable mobile broadcasting at Community Events.

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1990s History

1991  5EBI bought the property at 27 Oakley Street, at the back of 10 Byron Place. After 4 months of hard work, the new premises provided a great resource to the organisation, including 3...

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5EBI in the 21st Century

2000  EBI’s had a facelift internally and externally. At the same time, internet and satellite services were introduced and new studio technology was installed to keep up...

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