4SB
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Radio broadcasting |
| Founded | 1936 |
| Headquarters | Kingaroy , Australia |
Area served | South Burnett, North Burnett, Mary Valley (including Wondai, Murgon, Goomeri, Nanango) |
| Owner | Resonate Broadcasting |
| Parent | Resonate Regional Radio Network |
4SB is a commercial radio broadcaster located in Kingaroy, Queensland, Australia.
History
Established in 1936, the South Burnett Broadcasting Company aimed to launch a radio service catering to the South Burnett, North Burnett, and Mary Valley areas, covering communities such as Wondai, Murgon, Goomeri, and Nanango.
Prior to the completion of its own facilities, 4SB commenced operations on 11 March 1938 by relaying content from 4BC. The station officially began serving Kingaroy as a dedicated local broadcaster on 10 June 1938.
Ownership
Throughout its history, 4SB has experienced several changes in ownership. Presently, it is part of the Resonate Regional Radio Network under the ownership of Resonate Broadcasting.
In 2015, Resonate Broadcasting acquired the station from the Macquarie Regional Network following a mandated divestment related to Macquarie's merger with Fairfax Radio.
Before this transition, the Macquarie Regional Network purchased 4SB in 2011 from the Smart Radio Group. The latter had obtained the station in 2008 as a result of forced sales triggered by mergers involving Macquarie Regional RadioWorks, Southern Cross Broadcasting, and the creation of Macquarie Southern Cross Media.
Programming
The station's content features a blend of local, regional, and nationally syndicated shows. From its Kingaroy studio, 4SB produces a local breakfast program, followed by the Rural Queensland Today broadcast originating from Brisbane.
Among its nationally syndicated lineup are programs such as The Ray Hadley Morning Show, The Alan Jones Show, Money News with Ross Greenwood, and Nights with Steve Price.