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Local public broadcaster urges donations as subscriptions decline
Summary
Simpson Spirit Community Media on‑air representatives said subscription revenue is falling as viewers cut cable and urged donations to maintain local government, school and community coverage.
During the episode’s closing, on‑air representatives for Simpson Spirit Community Media (S1, S2 and S3) appealed for donations, saying the station’s funding model relies heavily on television subscription revenue that has declined as viewers move to internet‑only packages. Speakers emphasized SCM’s role in broadcasting local government meetings, school events and preserving town history, and encouraged viewers to donate via the website or an on‑screen QR code.
On-air statements framed the appeal as a community responsibility: speakers said contributions ‘‘ensure that SCM remains open, continues to educate our youth and keeps our community informed.’’ No financial figures, fundraising targets, or details on alternative revenue streams (grants, municipal support) were provided during the appeal.
What happens next: the episode concluded with a request to visit the station website or scan the QR code to donate. No vote, municipal funding action, or formal sponsorship agreement was announced during the segment.
