2BE began test broadcasting in February 1937. The station was officially opened on 30 September 1937. 2EC has a long history of serving its community.
Frequencies
765 AM- Bega Valley and surrounds. Can be heard throughout most of the coverage area, and along the coastline for great distances. Transmitter is located at Kalaru
1584 AM- Narooma town and immediate surrounds. Because of the low power used by this translator, it can only be heard around 30 km distant. Transmitter is located just outside Narooma
105.5 FM- Eden and surrounds. Transmitting 1 kW from Bimmil Hill near Eden the translator covers Merimbula, Eden and Mallacoota adequately. In exceptional atmospheric conditions, this transmitter can cover much of the 2EC license area, and has been heard as far north as Sydney.
105.9 FM- Eurobodalla local government area, plus some towns in the southern Shoalhaven such as Bawley Point and Lake Tabourie. Transmits at 20 kW from Mt. Wandera west of Moruya In good atmospheric conditions, the transmitter can be heard in the Bega Valley region, as well as north to the Shoalhaven and Illawarra. The transmission has been heard as far north as Buladelah on the NSW north coast.
Programming
The station airs an adult contemporary format, playing the South Coast's widest variety of music. 2EC primarily targets 35- to 54-year-olds. In contrast to many radio stations in regional Australia, 2EC airs very little networked programming. A strong focus is on the community, with segments such as Lost and Found, Job file and Community Contact featured throughout the day. Discussions about local events and issues are held regularly, with strong local news heard most hours. The 2EC morning show often speaks to key local people such as Bega MP Andrew Constance. The radio station has a very local feel, which is also incorporated with their websites, www.2ec.com.au and www.guidetofarsouthcoast.com.au
20 20 Retro Countdown with Aaron Stevens- 6pm - 8pm
Weekend programming includes "The Best of Kimmi Saker", The Locker Room, Real Estate Show. The station is unique in NSW in that it takes both NRL and AFL coverage, possibly owing to its position near the Victorian border. AFL is heard Saturday afternoon from midday, whilst NRL is covered Friday night, Saturday night and Sunday afternoons with the 2EC Continuous Call Team. And not much else
