Gemma Merritt
Chairperson
Fiona Hayden (Fee)
Network General Manager
Current role: Network General Manager since December 2022.
About me: I am a Mum of 6 beautiful children. I grew in up in the wheatbelt of W.A, but have lived all over the place such as Melbourne, Albany and Carnarvon. My hobbies include, Netball, Softball, coaching/umpiring kids sporting games and cooking.
What kind of music I listen to: All sorts, I grew up listening to Country music, 90’s RnB/HipHop and 70s/80/90s Pop, this has shaped my taste in music, I will listen to just about anything. But I can’t go past a good country song.
Why I got into community media: I’ve always wanted to write and tell stories. I love the idea that through community media we can be the voice for the community, giving a local perspective on issues that affect our regions. And more importantly promote positives about First Nations Peoples.
Dianne Gray
MAMA’s Morning Show
Current Role: Senior Broadcaster
About me: Born and raised in Geraldton, Rangeway has been my primary home overall. I’m 58 years of age and have travelled extensively throughout the Midwest region over my lifetime both professionally and personally. I am a Mother of 1 and Nannie of 4 and cherish this time of my life. I believe in life long learning and see the gaining of knowledge as a way for us to take advantage of more options and opportunities that come our way. Health and social and emotional wellbeing are interests of mine.
What kind of music I listen to: All genres, music has been a constant in my life since birth. I grew up on folk, country, rock n roll and Count Down. My music taste is very diverse, a testament to the influence of my family, growing up in the 60s, 70s, 80s and the power of Radio.
Why I got into community media: Coming from a background in education, health, welfare and law, community education via community radio just makes sense. In 2010 I was looking to do something different, when a “traineeship” at Radio MAMA became available. I took a leap of faith and seem to have land on my feet where I have hosted MAMAs Morning Show for the past 13 years.
Matty Anderson
“OFF THE BEATEN TRACK”
Colin Campbell
MAMA Sings Da Blues
Dane Waters
Health Communication Resources
Celeste Larkins
Health Communication Resources
Bernie Gorringe
Current role: Volunteer
About me: I am a Dad of 4 children and a grandad to 9 children with 2 more on the way. I grew up in Perth and left the city when I was 20. I have travelled and lived mainly in country regions.
What kind of music I listen to: Predominantly 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s rock some country and not much else.
Why I got into community media: I love community and being able to share information. Talking to people about their stories. Giving something back to those communities who have helped me. I have been involved in community radio since 2000 and still love the day to day challenges and highlights.
Tara Jones
Position: Admin & Sales Assistant
About Myself: I am a mother of 3 Children, I come from a small town by the name of MINGENEW. My interest & Hobbies are Watching AFL Footy, Played NETBALL & BASKETBALL and enjoy watching my family play various sports and encouraging them through their learning and everyday life.
Music: Well, I listen to wide range but just NOT Heavy Metal or Jazz.
As of my Role at RADIO MAMA I just mainly do ADMINISTRATION but have helped and attended some OUTSIDE BROADCAST’S that I have enjoyed.
I am really enjoying my work environment and colleagues here at RADIO MAMA.
Cody stafford
Position: Content and IT coordinator
Why I got into community media: I love community and the idea of travelling around this great Country meeting new people, and listening to its sounds.
About me: I grew up in Geraldton and have lived around WA my whole life, I love sport and play a lot of pool.
Music: I listen to a ton of rock and blues!