Kiama Community Radio made its first on-site appearance at the Kiama Show this year — and what a great way it was to connect with our community.

From the spot in the Local & Homegrown Hub behind the pavilion, KCR’s crew spent the weekend talking with stallholders, competitors, families and visitors, recording stories and soaking up the atmosphere that makes the Show such a special local event.

They captured everything from first-time visitors to long-time Show regulars, and these voices will soon be brought together in KCR’s Voices of the Kiama Show 2026 podcast - watch this space.

KCR was also pleased to speak with Show President Guy Stearn and many of the volunteers who work behind the scenes to make the event happen each year.

Being alongside local businesses and producers, including Bee Inspired, Stoic Brewery, Tom the Carpenter, Healthmade Tallow, Jamberoo farmer Suzanne Storrie, and Jamberoo Jerky & Biltong, really highlighted the strength of the local community.

In the lead-up to the Show, KCR featured daily interviews and previews on the weekday morning programs, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into putting the Show together.

Guests included Pavilion Chief Steward Sue Cox, Vice President Grace McGlinchey, Entertainment Coordinator Breeanna Cummins, and President Guy Stearn, who joined KCR live from the Show.

Memorial Cup close to Piers’ heart

One of the special highlights of this year’s Kiama Show was the connection between past and present, embodied by new KCR presenter Piers Parbury and the Philip Parbury DSO MC Memorial Cup.

Piers, who has recently joined the KCR team, comes from a family with a long-standing association with the Kiama Show. The Memorial Cup honours his family’s legacy of service and community contribution, making this moment particularly meaningful.

One of the highlights for KCR was meeting people who were curious about community radio and keen to learn more. Many stopped by for a chat, to share their stories, or simply to say hello.

KCR is looking for new members and would love to hear from anyone interested in getting involved — whether you want to be behind a microphone, help out behind the scenes, or just be part of a friendly local group.

Thanks to everyone who visited, shared their time and supported KCR during the Show.

KCR is proud to be part of this community and looks forward to bringing more local voices to air in the months ahead.

Why Join KCR? Become part of your local voice

KCR invites community members to become part of a vibrant, welcoming network that supports local voices, music, and stories.

By joining as a member, you help keep independent community broadcasting alive in Kiama.

Membership supports training, equipment, local programs, and podcasts — and helps ensure local issues and creativity stay on air.

Many members also enjoy being part of a friendly social group, with regular coffee mornings and other gatherings that build strong community connections.

Whether you’d like to present a program, work behind the scenes, or simply stay connected with a great bunch of locals, KCR welcomes you.

For more information on becoming a member, visit kcr.org.au