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Curtin FM鈥檚 loyal listeners have helped take the station鈥檚 50^th anniversary celebrations to new heights, by raising a record $176,000 during its annual Radiothon.

The week-long fundraiser saw strong support from listeners across Australia and overseas, with more than 3000 donations ranging from $5 to $2000, including from donors in the United States and the United Kingdom.

All funds raised go directly towards supporting Western Australia鈥檚 longest-running community radio station鈥檚 operations and programming.

Station Manager Quinn Glasson said the record total was a testament to the station鈥檚 deep connection with its audience forged over half a century, plus the dedication of its tireless volunteers.

鈥淭his year鈥檚 Radiothon feels especially meaningful as we celebrate 50 years of Curtin FM and we are grateful for the overwhelming support we receive from the community,鈥� Mr Glasson said.

鈥淥ur listeners have been with us every step of the way and their continued support – despite many facing cost-of-living pressures – is truly humbling and ensures we can keep doing what we love: playing great music and staying connected to our community.

鈥淲e simply couldn鈥檛 do this without our volunteers, who give their time both on-air and behind the scenes – their passion and commitment are what keeps the station running.鈥�

Curtin Corporate Communications Director Vanessa Beasley said the record-breaking result highlighted the enduring role Curtin FM plays in the University and wider community.

鈥淔or 50 years, Curtin FM has been part of the daily lives of Western Australians, bringing people together through music, storytelling and shared experiences,鈥� Ms Beasley said.

鈥淭he success of this year鈥檚 Radiothon shows just how strong that connection remains, even as the media landscape continues to evolve.鈥�

As part of the station鈥檚 50th anniversary celebrations, Curtin鈥檚 TL Robertson Library will hold a special exhibition open to the public showcasing Curtin FM鈥檚 history, personalities and impact from July until the end of the year.

Mr Glasson said the exhibition would be an opportunity for listeners and the wider community to reflect on the station鈥檚 legacy.

鈥淲e鈥檙e incredibly proud of our history and the role we鈥檝e played in the community over the past five decades,鈥� he said.

鈥淭he exhibition will celebrate the people, moments and memories that have shaped Curtin FM into what it is today.鈥�