Known as the Broadcast Centre, the building was the first of its kind and combined both television and radio stations instrumental to Griffith's radio and television capabilities.

Yet some will be unaware of this significance or the building’s impressive history.

At the beginning of this week I was also ignorant to its worth but swiftly learnt the building once paved the way for combined television and radio stations across Australia.

Built in 1965, the building was the brainchild of the late Ray Gamble and combined the MTN9 television station and 2RG Radio.

Doubters suggested a combined station would never work or be successful, but Ray proved them wrong and went on to lead the way for many broadcast centres across Australia.

The early years of the building’s cutting edge live local content is a far contrast to its current run-down and dormant state. 

Throughout the week I have learnt the broadcast centre produced a number of live and interactive shows ranging from cooking programs to interactive children shows. 

Comments regularly suggest Ray’s work within the building has been the staple for Griffith radio and television production. 

Locals speak with nothing but love and passion about the memories they have during their time working at the centre.

Ray Gamble touched the lives of many involved in the broadcast industry.

He was a pioneer and instrumental in Griffith’s broadcast capabilities. 

Over the week I have heard many stories about Ray and the importance of the Broadcast Centre and its significance leaves me wondering what do we do with such a building.

I would like to see the town honour Ray Gamble's legacy with someone taking on the challenge and turning the old Broadcast Centre into a Ray Gamble museum. 

Let’s pay homage to Mr Gamble and showcase the history of the building with interactive studios.

Perhaps an interactive education hub inspiring the next generation of Ray Gambles.

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- Rebecca Hopper