Mix 104.9 (call sign: 8MIX) is a radio station in

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. It started broadcasting in 1997 – at the time, sister station

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was the only commercial radio station in Darwin – and has a relay in the remote town of

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(106.9 FM) as well as relays in smaller communities such as Pine Creek, Adelaide River and Bathurst Island. In November 2021, Mix 104.9, along with other stations owned by

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, were acquired by the

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. This deal allows Grant's stations, including Mix 104.9, to access ARN's

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platform in regional areas. The deal was finalised on 4 January 2022.ARN and Grant Broadcasters unite to create Australia's leading radio and digital audio business
''AdNews Australia'' 4 January 2022 It was expected Mix 104.9 will integrate with ARN's Pure Gold Network, but will retain its current name according to the press release from ARN.

References

External links

Official website
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