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Date:         Sat, 23 Jan 1993 21:03:00 GMT
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Subject:      RN INFO FOR SUMMER

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ON TARGET Newsletter Edition 2 Page 1




Greetings from a wintery Hilversum. Last year Radio Netherlands English section
received some 71,000 letters, well up on the 1991 total of 55,000. So who says
that the audience isn't writing to international broadcasters. Since we switched
to longer transmissions last year, the response has never been better. We are
putting together a new bulletin board in Hilversum. Now that the equipment has
been bought it is just a matter of setting up the software and the menus. I hope
we can also find a way to put some of the popular Media Network pamplets on
there in Electronic form.

I now read the radio-rec shortwave through my MCI account. We're investigating
INTERNET connection possibilities. It is very interesting to see the topics of
the day, especially the comments about our work together with the WRTH in
Amsterdam. The summer 93 schedule for Radio Netherlands has just been released
by the Frequency Bureau. Here it is, hour by hour, but not including the CIS
relay channels (they are not in yet).


Time in UTC is followed by frequencies in use by Radio Netherlands English
service for the period March 28 March - 26 Sepember 1993.

2330 UTC
F6020 and B6165 to North America

0030 UTC
F6020, B6165, B11835 (compatible SSB)  to North America
M11655, M9860, F13700, + CIS 9 MHz channel to Asia

0130 UTC
M11655, M9860, F13700, + CIS 11 MHz channel to Asia

0230 UTC
M11655, M9860, F13700, + CIS 11 MHz channel to Asia

0330 UTC
B9590 and B6165 kHz for Western North America

0730 UTC
B11895 & B9630 to Pacific

0830 UTC
B11895 kHz to the Pacific

0930 UTC
B11895 & B9720 kHz to the Pacific
12065(tentative) and 15 MHz channel via CIS to Far East

1030 UTC
12065(tentative) and 15 MHz channel via CIS to Far East

1130 UTC
F5955 & F9855 kHz to Europe

1230
F5955 & F9855 kHz to Europe

1330 UTC
F17610, M15145, F13700, M9890 to South Asia

1430 UTC
F17610, M15150, F13700, M9890 to South Asia

1530 UTC
F17610, M15150, F13700, M9890 to South Asia

1730 UTC
B21590, B21515, M7120, M6020 to East, West and Southern Africa

1830 UTC
B21590, B21515, M7120, M6020 to East, West and Southern Africa

1930 UTC
B21590, B17605 to West Africa


The above frequencies are subject to change depending on interference.

Now some news and notes about the summer season on Radio Netherlandds.

Asian Relays

Radio Netherlands has signed a contract with the Russian Ministry of
Communications.  Minne Dijkstra, Chairman of Radio Netherlands' Board of
Management, says it is an important step forward in the station's audibility
campaign. "We took initiatives in the sixties that lead to the construction of
two relay stations, on Bonaire and Madagascar", says Dijkstra. "Together with
our facilities in the Flevo polder, we aim to provide a reliable signal all the
year round to as many target areas as possible. Asia, and particularly
South-East Asia, has proved a problem in recent years. Signals from both
Madagascar and Flevoland have to travel a long distance and simply cannot
compete with other European broadcasters who have established relay facilities
on the Asian continent. We tried to establish our facility in Thailand together
with the BBC. But whereas the British government supported the move, we didn't
get the financial backing from The Hague. But we didn't abandon the plans..we
just modified them!"

Radio Netherlands has now hired airtime on transmitters in the Commonwealth of
Independent States, a move that would have been unthinkable just a few years
ago. Jan Willem Drexhage, head of Radio Netherlands Frequency Bureau, says they
have done extensive propagation research to choose the best sites for the Radio
Netherlands' relay. "We have a reliable network of volunteer monitors in the
region", reports Drexhage. "We also visit the region to do band-scans. Sometimes
a move that looks good on a printed frequency listing can turn out to be a
disaster in practice. We have also developed a remote system for monitoring.
This feeds back bandscans to Hilversum over the phone."

Holland's external broadcaster has scored some technical firsts in the past: the
station was the first to issue stereo recordings on its transcription service
and one of the first to implement satellite feeds of programmes to the two
overseas relay stations. Gijs Pappot is Director of Engineering Services. He
points out that, in order to be effective, the audio quality broadcast from
sites in the CIS has to be as good as possible. "Programmes to these remote
transmitters sites are all fed from a central distribution centre in Moscow. It
was clear that we would have to connect our studio centre in Hilversum with the
control centre in Moscow using a satellite link. We could have joined other
broadcasters in renting a satellite subcarrier on one of the many satellites
serving Europe. Although this would allow satellite dish owners to hear the
signal being fed to Moscow, our research shows that there is not a very large
audience who turn on their TV sets in order to listen to a radio programme. We
chose a much more cost effective solution, namely a digital feed using the
ComStream system. We can uplink this from any point in Europe and tests on our
existing service via PanAmsat have been successful. The system in robust but it
does require a specially designed receiver costing about US$2000. This puts the
system beyond the price of an average consumer, but it is a small price to pay
for a reliable communications circuit."


Improved Programme Line-Up

All times listed in this schedule are in UTC (the same as Greenwich Mean Time)
and the days are also linked to the UTC clock. Listeners in North America will
find that broadcasts listed as early Monday morning UTC are in fact Sunday
evening in their part of the world and so on throughout the week.

In September last year we switched from single 55 minute broadcasts to
transmissions lasting either two or three hours. This formula has resulted in a
much better response to our programmes, both by electronic mail and by phone and
fax. The first and second hours carry different feature programmes. If there is
a third hour, then it carries the same feature programme as in the first hour.
This gives you a greater number of chances to tune our station, hear favourite
programmes and perhaps sample new ones.

Each transmission segment starts with a bulletin of news. From Monday - Saturday
inclusive, the news is followed by RNewslineS, a 14 minute review of current
events. The programme features on-the-spot correspondents' reports, interviews,
and commentaries by our own in-house specialists. The "Newsline" team includes,
Ginger da Silva, Eric Beauchemin, Robert Green, Harry Kliphuis, Marijke van der
Meer and Luc Lucas. Special editions for Africa (aired at 1737, 1837 & 1937 UTC)
are prepared by Jimmy Ocitti. At 1337, 1437, & 1537 UTC you can hear a Newsline
edition with David Smith specially catered to the interests of listeners in
Asia. After the current affairs presentation, half-hour feature programmes
follow. Browse through this list. Note the times given. For details of the
frequencies and target areas served, refer to the table above.

Features on the air

Science: The summer season starts with Research File's fifth birthday so on
Monday 29th March/Thursday 1st April,  we'll be celebrating a science
extravaganza. And summer specials will include the subjects of Futurism, Brain
Sex,  Dutch Astronomers and the Universe,  Epidemiology (with special reference
to AIDS & TB), a follow-up to the Earth summit in Rio last June. Anne Blair
Gould will also be visiting the Caribbean to examine how tourism in the area is
affecting the environment and the spread of AIDS.

Research File Producer and Presenter Anne Blair Gould says the success of the
programme lies in its interpretation of science in the broadest possible sense.
"Certainly we cover the major scientific discoveries, like the most primitive
dinosaur ever found - or a gas cloud one million light years across; we also
tackle the pure science which is going on world-wide. But I feel we should also
be challenging what the scientists say In the fast-moving and high-technological
society of the industrialised nations, we often believe what we're told simply
because it has scientific backing. And usually, we're right to do that. But I
see it as my job to put each item broadcast on the Research File - whether a
news flash or an in-depth investigation - into the context of our society.
Science is at it's most interesting when you can see its relevance to our
lives."

"Over the last five years, the programme has definitely developed a
quasi-philosophical approach. We pride ourselves in asking questions such as
what is science? Is science a modern-day religion? How is science understood by
the public? How is it represented and "used" by the mass media? And what
priorities has science in schools and further education?"

The audience research figures suggest that the listeners are predominantly male,
aged between 18-40 and interested in what's going on in the world - although
individual responses indicate that the audience is even wider than that. Science
accounts for a lot of what's going on - think of medical and health issues,
environmental problems, space research.

Research File is aware it is easy for a science programme to talk down to its
audience. Anne Blair Gould has resisted that approach from the outset. But she
also resists the use of unnecessary scientific jargon in an attempt to put
science above the public's head. "My task as producer and presenter is to
involve and interest as wide an audience as I can without becoming either
condescending or erudite." says Anne. There are plenty of problems in the world
and plenty of developments. And on the whole, there is progress. But just to
make sure, the Research File will be there to put it all into perspective!
Monday 0750, 0950, 1150, 1350, 1550, 1750, 1950. Tuesday 0050, 0250, 0350.
Thursday: 0850, 1250, 1450, 1850., 2350 Friday: 0150.


Culture: "Mirror Images" is the name of our weekly arts magazine, hosted by
David Swatling. There has been warm, positive response now that the programme
has deliberately broadened its scope. The show covers from film and theatre to
music and dance. We tackle subjects that are classical or modern, popular or
alternative. Italian-American cultural critic Camille Paglia considers film and
rock music the two most important contributions to culture this century. So
David has been attending important film festivals in Rotterdam and Berlin
talking to European film-makers and those from outside the continent. What are
the challenges in the film world these days? Is it easy raising the finances?
And will the same film shot in a two different languages be equally successful?
On July 6, 13, 20 and 27th, "Mirror Images" presents a special four-part feature
series called "Film Frontiers: The Cutting Edge".

From the world of pop music, the coming months will see a number of profiles.
We'll have reports on groups like Vaya Con Dios, a Belgian group that has made
several hit records in Europe, including their most recent album "Time Flies".
But they appear to be happy to restrict the market to this part of the continent
if making it big overseas means they will have to adapt their style. Ireland's
popular group "U2" is probably better known world-wide. David will be finding
out more about their Zoo Tour, which is as much about media technology as it is
about music.

Last, but not least, we're not planning to ignore the classical world. Antwerp
has been chosen as the 1993 Cultural Capital of Europe. This famous Flemish city
is just a couple of hour's drive from our studios. We've booked front-row
tickets at the Festival of Modern Opera which is being sponsored by the city.
We'll be looking at the work of four first-time opera composers. "These new
composers really have some explaining to do. I love the arts, but I have to
confess that modern opera is sometimes difficult to follow", says David. "It may
be technically perfect, but don't the performers (and may be the audience)
secretly long for a bit of Bizet?" Join us for a weekly mixture of interviews
and features from Holland and other European capitals: Tuesday: 0750, 0950,
1150, 1450, 1850. Wednesday: 0050, 0250, 0350.

Documentaries: We deliberately keep this programme slot open for in-depth
treatment of one subject or a short series. This season promises to be very
varied. Note that all documentaries get their first airing on Wednesday with
repeats on the following Friday and Saturday. Here are some of the topics you
can expect to hear.

During the winter season we profiled refugees from the terrible situation in
former Yugoslavia. We start the new season of documentaries on March 31st with a
profile of a Somalian family now living in The Netherlands. The father was an
agricultural lecturer, whose institute worked closely with the University of
Wageningen in the eastern part of The Netherlands. Veronica Wilson looks at the
changes this family have been forced to make.

Rosella Str

m examines the strange world of cosmetic surgery in "Plastic People"
on April 7th. Americans spend more than US$300 million a year on plastic surgery
and the it's growing in popularity in Europe too. Does this mean we are heading
towards a bland stereotype of manufactured perfect bodies? Are there alternative
ways to re-designing yourself.

"Going Green" is a documentary about how some European companies are attempting
to clean up their industrial processes. On April 14th Paul Strikwerda notes that
some companies have cleaned up by just using common sense. But other companies
have been forced to change their processes by government legislation. As a
result, their products may be "cleaner" but they are less competitive in the
world market.

The future may be closer than we think. According to virtual reality scientists,
with robotics and computer control anything we want to do can be done through
technological application. So has the human body become an unnecessary burden?
Rosella Str

m investigates on April 21st.

The 5th of May is Liberation Day in The Netherlands. Nearly 50 years after
Holland was liberated from the German occupation, why do the Dutch feel it is
important to keep this day on the calendar? The documentary on that day will
talk to those who still believe it is significant.

"Dancing Through Colombia" is a series of three half-hour presentations compiled
by Francis Rolt. He's been to this South American country to find about more
about dance and its importance in Colombian culture. Francis arrives in Bogota
on May 12th to take his first steps. How are dances mixed up with history,
religion and social status. The trip continues on May 19th with a report from
the heart of the country. Finally, on May 26th he looks at the roots of dance.
Does the attitude of the church (positive or negative) reflect the attitudes of
the older generation/

This year is the United Nations Year of the Elderly Person. On June 2nd Anne
Blair Gould investigates how Holland is tackling the problems of caring for an
ever increasing number of elderly people. The rest of June will be devoted to
topics covering the Asian region.

Jonathan Marks has always had a fascination for things mechanical. On July 7th
he starts a series called "Marks on Mechanics". The bell making industry in
Holland has been given a boost with the restoration of many churches in Eastern
Europe. Likewise there seems to be a strong market for Friesian clocks, crafted
in the old-fashioned way without any hint of a quartz-controlled mechanism.
There are regular markets where pianolas and original jukeboxes are bought and
sold. The series lets you hear the results of a trip through The Netherlands in
search of "things mechanical" and we'll be visiting collectors who have the
entire history of the recording industry stored in their house.

The documentary on August 11th will be in keeping with our special week of live
broadcasting from Friesland. On August 18th, we present "Holland in Small Ads"
All of the Dutch newspapers carry classified small ads. Some offer revealing
evidence of national character. Others cast a light on the variety of intriguing
customs, situations and trends in Dutch society. Harry Kliphuis has been
scanning the columns for unusual clippings.

Africa is looked upon as a continent with a devastated economy, famine and civil
wars. There is hardly any mention of Africa as a continent where people survive,
despite the crisis. During the first three weeks of September, Veronica Wilson
will be redressing this one-sided view. She'll be highlighting the contribution
that Africans are making in the European parliament. As Africans migrate to
Europe, they bring with them their indigenous religions and spirits, which
inspires the lives of people they meet. We examine some of the new religious
sects springing up in The Netherlands. For further details, listen out for
on-air announcements at the end of August.
The documentaries listed above are broadcast Wednesday: 0750, 0950, 1150, 1350,
1550, 1750, 1950: Thursday: 0050, 0250, 0350. Friday 0850, 1050, 1450, 2350,
Saturday 0130

Serious Music & More: On March 29th we will start a new season of CDutch, hosted
by Harry Kliphuis. This programme examines recent releases on compact disc in
the serious music field. Half way through the season, on July 5th, Robert Green
takes over for another in the popular series "From Sapphire to Laser". Robert
takes an issue and illustrates how well (or sometimes how badly) composers have
tried to tackle the subject. If you like classical music, both these programmes
should be in your programme diary. Monday 0905, 1105., 1505 1905, Tuesday 0005..

Encore! This is a general title for our "second-chance-to-hear" slot. We start
the season on March 31st with a special music series compiled by Pete Myers.
Called "Notes from the New World", this is a six part study of music from
composers outside Europe. The Dutch have always been involved with water, so we
expected that "On the Waterfront" compiled by Dorothy Weirs would be popular.
That series of six programmes aired during the first part of the winter season.
On May 12th, there is a second chance to hear the series, although this run will
be supplemented by a seventh programme. There is a programme about Lake Ijssel
(it's the part in the north that looks as though a giant has taken a huge bite
of tiny Holland). It used to be the wild and dangerous Zuider Zee until a dyke
was constructed coast to coast to cut it off from the North Sea and create
Holland's largest fresh fish auction, some eighty sea birds and the world's only
graveyard for ships!. On June 30th, Nevil Gray is back with another "Studies in
Jazz", this time featuring groups such as the Lust Quintet, Arty Shock and
Honing Trio. More details are given on the air. Listen for announcements.
Wednesday 0150, 0850, 1050, 1250, 1450, 1850, 2350.

"East of Edam". This programme now draws a healthy postbag, especially after the
recent publicity in "On Target". Dheera Sujan and Maggie Ayre have made their
mark on the international broadcasting scene with a lively mixture of off-beat
interviews, music and a touch of humour. One of the summer story ideas is to
follow the success of Dutch film-makers, cameramen, actors and actresses in the
US. Do they really have to go to Hollywood to make their name? Sunday: 0235,
0835, 1035, 1235, 1435, 1835, 2335.  Monday 0135

Development:  'No Boundaries" is the title of our weekly focus on development
issues, produced and presented by Carl Josephs. The programme tries to cut
through the red-tape surrounding many topics that affect us all, wherever we
live. Tuesday :0150, 0850, 1050, 1250, 1350, 1550, 1750, 1950, 2350.

Business: "Let's Get to Business", a down-to-earth programme devoted to the way
in which a little Dutchness most probably first came into your life...through
trade. Barry O' Dwyer investigates the business world, without the bother of the
financial indices! The programmes in July are devoted to "Business Sense"; how
Dutch industry is catering for each of our senses. Monday 0850, 1050,1250, 1450,
1850, 2350.

Communications: RMedia NetworkS. Jonathan Marks hosts this weekly survey of
communication developments compiled with the assistance of over 190 monitors
across the globe. Regular contributors include Arthur Cushen, Victor
Goonetilleke, Dave Rosenthal, Lou Josephs, Jim Cutler, Mike Bird, Vasily
Strelnikov and Andy Sennitt. The programme offers unrivalled coverage of the
media developments linked to current events as well as full-length
documentaries. Input on the output is always welcome. Thursday: 0150, 0750,
0950, 1150, 1350, 1550, 1750, 1950. Friday: 0050, 0250, 0350.


Listener Feedback: RSounds InterestingS is different as it puts the listener the
spotlight. Robert Chesal has developed the fine art of busting rusty clich
s
about Holland.  If you have an idea which you think sounds interesting, include
your phone number when you write.  Alternatively, leave a comment on our 24 hour
listener answer line.  Dial the international exchange code (e.g. 011 in USA),
followed by 31 for Holland, 35 which is the area code for Hilversum, then the
subscriber number 724222. Robert also researches a number of features each week
to get you thinking about a variety of topics.

"I've been hosting the programme for just over a year now", says Robert Chesal.
"I'm originally from Florida USA, so I'm continuously comparing life in Europe
with things back home. And making comparisons is clearly is the best form of
international broadcasting...if listeners don't think issues matter to them,
they won't make that special effort needed to tune in a foreign broadcaster.
This is an important time in my life....fatherhood is looming up sometime in
May. It is also an important time in the development of the programme. I want to
make sure that Sounds Interesting retains the pace that has been created. To do
that we'll broadcast a series of monthly features on the first weekend of each
month. I hope they'll be thought-provoking, but entertaining at the same time.
Here's what's lined up.

"Manipulating the Media", censorship and propaganda. Millions of people around
the globe can now watch the news "as it happens". This year several new all-news
channels have opened up in Europe alongside Ted Turner's CNN. But according to
several specialists, the growth of networks like NTV, Euronews, and BBC World
Service TV has not stopped the distortion of news events through censorship. On
the first weekend in April we'll investigate the more subtle ways in which the
public eye is blindfolded.

May: "A Birds Eye View", Holland from the sky. This feature will be broadcasting
from several thousand metres above sea-level. Robert joins amateur pilots for
what could be a harrowing flight over The Netherlands...and going along for the
ride will be a specialist in Dutch geography. The result, we hope, will be a
guided, airborne tour of Holland's land and waterscapes.

June: "To be Young and Gifted" This feature examines the causes and effects of
giftedness, for the parents, the teachers and the children themselves. The
Netherlands is clearly not always the ideal environment for putting those
special abilities to good use.

July:. "Dubbing for Disney" Whilst sales of the Disney films on home video are
booming this part of the world, the reaction to the EuroDisney theme park
outside Paris has been very lukewarm. Few films are dubbed in The Netherlands,
most Dutch viewers prefer subtitles. But children's videos have to be dubbed to
be successful. We'll visit the studio to find out the problems behind dubbing
films like Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast into Dutch. And how will Disney
react to a major competitor breathing down its back......At an award ceremony in
Dallas, Holland's theme park "De Efteling" was voted the 1992 Applause prize for
Best Theme park in the World.

August: "Just a game?" The link between colonialism and sports. the history of
many sports and games can be directly traced to the patterns of European
colonialism. What else would explain the "map" of cricket playing nations, or
the odd distribution of countries that love draughts (or checkers). In the 19th
century, the British exported the ideal of "fair play" to their colonies. In the
1990's, basketball is exploding in popularity, a development some might call US
cultural expansionism!

September: "Post Early for Christmas!" This feature will explore the past and
present of Europe's mail system. Postal communications has its roots in the 15th
century, undergoing major changes during the Napoleonic era. Today the Dutch
postal service busy modernising. But can the machines really read hand-writing?
And what about competition from the private sector and emerging technologies
like electronic mail? For these and other features, don't miss Sounds
Interesting: Saturday 0750, 0950, 1150, 1350, 1550, 1850, Sunday 0050. 0350.

Entertainment: "Happy Station" The world's oldest short-wave show celebrates 65
years on the air this November. But the new host Pete Myers believes this is no
excuse for an early retirement. "I have made some changes over the last six
months" notes Pete. "A new host always has new ideas. The same applies to the
Spanish edition of the programme hosted by Jaime Baguena. Listeners judge the
success of the programme by its contents, not by the give-aways or simple
name-checks. We've discontinued the birthday book and the pen-pal correspondence
club. But registered listeners will get special mail-outs with details of new
features in the programme. The call-out feature has worked well. When you next
write to Happy Station, include your phone number (including the area code). You
can either react to the topics suggested on the air, or suggest new subjects.
Pete regularly sifts through the mail to select interesting listeners to
surprise. The new feature "Off the shelf" has provided quite a lot of
interesting mail, especially the recent special on "B.B. King, the daddy of the
blues". Coupled with "East of Edam", Radio Netherlands offers you a great
package of entertainment every week. Sunday: 0135 0735, 0935, 1135, 1335, 1535,
1735, 1935. Monday: 0035, 0235, 0335.


"Airtime Africa"; This is the programme for everyone interested in African
affairs. Producer Veronica Wilson is delighted that the programme is now heard
on transmissions to the Pacific, Europe and Asia, in addition to broadcasts on
Friday and Saturday night to Africa. Veronica presents topical reports from
correspondents across Africa and covers events in Europe that influence Africa's
development. Includes regular features such as "Media Echoes". Friday 1850,
Saturday 0850, 1250, 1450, 1750, 1950.

"Towards 2000". In the (Northern Hemisphere) summer season, Towards 2000 will
expand on the international accent of recent months. Social affairs remains in
place as the theme for this feature show, but this season we will focus on
global aspects of change. Producer Martha Hawley says the response to the new
programme has encouraged her to start some regular themes over the coming
months. Here are three topics that are on the Towards 2000 agenda:


"Voices of Change". Separatist movements, nationalist groups, border disputes,
stateless persons...from Eastern Europe to East Timor and from the Caribbean to
Kashmir, every continent has its share. But what will this social upheaval mean
by the turn of the century?


"The Future of Race"- the terms "racial purity" and "ethnicity" mean different
things in different places, so how are these evolving around the globe? What
about the new "mixed-blood" generation in post-colonial Europe?


"The Development Beat" - the international music circuit has offered export
possibilities to developing countries. More important perhaps: recognition of
the rewards has created a new employment slot for the musical talent in places
such as West Africa. Senegal used to rock to Latin rhythms a generation ago- now
young musicians can try and earn a living promoting their new music heritage.
Dakar and other cities are home to production studios which Towards 2000 will
explore, covering events happening in this part of Northern Europe.

Towards 2000 airs Friday 0750, 0950, 1350, 1550, 1750, 1950. Saturday 0050,
0250, 0350, 2350.


Live Reports from Friesland

A week of outside broadcasting during Sk
tsjesilen.

The northern province of Friesland has its own charm, not to mention its own
language. Starting Monday August 9th Radio Netherlands' English section will
broadcast for a week from the province. Each feature programme will tackle a
different aspect of life in this part of the world. This will include coverage
of the spectacular regatta where fourteen old-time cargo ships compete for the
highest honour amongst Frisian skippers. Sk
tsjes (pronounced Skoot-yes in
English) are specially designed cargo ships that can navigate through the narrow
and shallow waterways in Friesland. Because there is no keel, stability is
maintained with lee-boards at the sides of the ships. During the race it takes a
ten man crew to keep each ship stable. This year Radio Netherlands follows the
last steps in the race from Woudsend into Sneek.

Input on the Output: We care about your comments. That's why we've opened as
many channels of communication for you to get back to us. You can send
electronic messages concerning our English programmes through FIDONET, Internet
and Compuserve. Just route the message via MCI Mail to Jonathan Marks, account
number 338-2983. You can phone the Radio Netherlands answerline on +31 35 724222
(24 hrs a day).  We also welcome your letters sent to English Section, Radio
Netherlands, P.O. Box 222, 1200 JG Hilversum, The Netherlands. You can also fax
us on +31 35 724352, but please mark the fax for the attention of the English
Department
If you live in the Indian Subcontinent, you may find it more convenient to write
to us at: English Section, Radio Netherlands, P.O. Box 5257, Chanakya Puri Post
Office, New Delhi, postal code 110021, India. Your letters are then forwarded to
us in Hilversum every three weeks.


A few words about "On Target"

Some listeners commented that the September edition of our programme magazine
arrived rather late. The March edition ships on February 15th. This electronic
release is primarily intended for those interested in a preview (with the colour
pictures of course). This was due to the last-minute breakdown of a franking
machine at the distribution point in Costa Rica. Listener feedback was helpful
in tracking how fast the Newsletter reached its target. The Newsletter also has
a Spanish edition which is why for production and distribution reasons it is
printed and distributed from Radio Netherlands' office in Costa Rica. If the
sticker on the wrapper shows and address which is out of date, or you are
planning to move between now and August 93, please send address corrections to
the following address.

On Target, Radio Netherlands, P.O. Box 222, 1200 JG Hilversum, The Netherlands.
Fax: +31 35 724352.

We keep the On Target mailing list in Hilversum. Do not send corrections to
Costa Rica. We reserve the right the make changes to the published line-up as
our production is affected by current affairs. Changes to the published schedule
are announced through Internet.

That's the end of this experimental posting.

Jonathan Marks
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave