TOTAL RADIO
Nine Radio has dominated GfK Survey 3 2025, with 2GB in Sydney and 3AW in Melbourne the outright No.1 stations in their respective markets. This success is a clear signal of the strength of Nine’s live and local strategy and growing trend of Australians tuning into trusted talk radio for longer, valuing the depth of news, opinion, sport, and entertainment.
2GB stands out as Sydney’s No.1 station, with its share climbing to 13.6% (up 0.8 points). This growth is definitive across all dayparts, with Ben Fordham Live surging to a commanding 16.7% share in Breakfast (up 1.1), more than four points clear of his closest competitor. Mark Levy has also solidified his position as No.1 in Mornings with an impressive 15.5% share.
Both Fordham and Levy have delivered an unbroken winning streak for 2GB this year, consistently dominating their respective slots and showcasing the power of a refreshed, resonating lineup.
In Melbourne, 3AW continues its market dominance with a 12.5% share. Breakfast with Ross and Russel remains the undisputed No.1, with a strong 18.7% share, while Tom Elliott’s Mornings program remains the favourite with listeners, delivering a 15.0% share.
Beyond the major cities, Brisbane’s 4BC and Perth’s 6PR also reported audience gains, with listeners spending more time engaged with their local talk content.
Greg Byrnes, Nine’s National Content Manager, said: “These figures show Sydney has embraced 2GB’s new sound with big increases right across the day. What Ben Fordham and Mark Levy have achieved is remarkable.”
“3AW dominates all key shifts throughout the week in Melbourne. 6PR is number one talk in Perth and 4BC has recorded further share increases in Brisbane. Across the country we’ve also recorded a big jump in 40+, and 25-54s are up 8%.
“If you’re not listening to talk you’re missing out, and we thank the loyalty shown by our listeners each day.”
| COMMERCIAL RADIO SHARE | TOTAL RADIO CUME |
| 16.5 (4 markets) | 1.738 million listeners each week |
STREAMING
Nine Radio No.1 National Streaming
Nine’s live audio streaming audiences have surged in Survey 3, recording an incredible 22% increase on last survey, and claiming the undisputed number one national streaming title with a 33.9% commercial share (up 2.3%).
Both 2GB and 3AW are leading the charge in streaming listenership, with commercial shares of 40% and 36.6% respectively. Streaming figures are strong across all key shifts, including:
- Ben Fordham Live: 55.9%
- Breakfast with Ross and Russel: 55.5%
- Mornings with Tom Elliott: 40.4%
- Mornings with Mark Levy: 39.7%
Greg Byrnes said: “Our talk product is unmatched in streaming right across the country. Our content sounds great, is easily accessible and ensures you’re always connected. A 22% jump in listeners is extraordinary and proves more and more listeners are discovering the benefits of engaging via digital device.”
| COMMERCIAL STREAMING SHARE | STREAMING CUME |
| 33.9 (up 2.3%) | 421,000 (up 22% on Survey 2) |
PODCASTS
Record rating month for Nine Podcast Network
The Nine Podcast Network achieved its second-highest rating month on record in May 2025. This milestone underscores the network’s robust growth in the Australian podcasting landscape, reaching over 1.97 million listeners and accumulating 4.76 million downloads in May alone. This represents a strong 26% year-on-year audience growth, demonstrating Nine’s increasing influence in the digital audio space.
A significant highlight for May was the compelling debut of The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace, which captivated audiences globally, reaching over 242,000 listeners. This new podcast brought listeners directly into the courtroom during the highly anticipated trial of Erin Patterson.
Other strong performers contributing to the network’s success include the consistent popularity of Ben Fordham Live, which reached 195,000 listeners, and 9News, with 169,000 listeners. Additionally, The Saints resonated with 76,000 listeners, further diversifying the network’s engaging content offering.
Mia Stern, Nine Radio’s Head of Digital Growth, said: “We are incredibly proud to have delivered our second highest rating month on record in May. Reaching nearly 2 million listeners and close to 5 million downloads underscores the breadth and depth of audio storytelling and the opportunity for podcasts as a medium in reaching new audiences.”
“The outstanding results of The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace is a testament to our commitment to creating compelling and diverse audio content that resonates with audiences. We are excited about the continued momentum and look forward to delivering even more exceptional listening experiences.”
| MAY 25 TOTAL DOWNLOADS | MAY 25 TOTAL LISTENERS |
| 4.11 million | 1.67 million |
Source: GfK Radio360 Ratings, Survey 3 2025, Mon-Sun 5.30am-12MN, Market Share % Total, Market Share Streaming %, Commercial Streaming Share %, Cume (000s) Total and Streaming, 3AW Breakfast Mon-Fri 5.30am-8.30am, 3AW Mornings 8.30am-12pm, AP10+, Nine Radio – 2GB, 3AW, 4BC, 6PR, unless otherwise specified.
Source: Triton Podcast Metrics, May 2025, Downloads, Listeners, Nine Entertainment, unless otherwise specified.