• Manage critical technology operations for the Association of the Year 2025
• Friendly, fast paced environment
• Located close to Redfern Station and Waterloo Metro

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The Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) is a leading member based, for purpose organisation. We provide programs and services that strengthen over 400 community radio and independent media organisations.

With over five million listeners each week, community radio plays a vital role in providing a voice for multicultural, First Nations and other underrepresented groups, as well as supporting independent and emerging musicians, and communities not adequately serviced by other media services.

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The Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA) is seeking a highly competent IT and Broadcast Manager to lead our technology operations. This specialised role requires strong IT management expertise, with an understanding of broadcast technology being highly valued. You’ll oversee both internal systems and the 24/7 Community Radio Network satellite distribution service that connects community broadcasters across Australia.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Technology and Digital Innovation. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll work directly with systems while managing a small technical team and external service providers.

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• Manage all internal IT operations (networks, servers, cloud services, end-user systems) and critical broadcast technology services, including the Community Radio Network and Digital Delivery Network
• Drive infrastructure modernisation initiatives
• Establish robust technology governance practices, develop policies, and proactively manage cybersecurity and disaster recovery plans
• Manage relationships with technology vendors, service providers, and contractors
• Lead and develop a small technical team
• Prepare operational budget forecasting

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• Proven experience in technology management roles with a successful track record of developing and executing technology strategy or roadmaps.
• Strong hands-on technical background across IT infrastructure (networks, servers, cloud computing) and enterprise applications.
• Significant experience managing Microsoft environments, including Windows Server, SQL Server, Hyper-V, Azure, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365. Experience with CRMs (Salesforce) is highly valued.
• Hands-on experience with networking infrastructure, ideally including Fortinet, Cisco, and Ubiquiti, with a background in managing systems across all OSI model layers.
• Strong knowledge of IT governance and risk management frameworks, with experience implementing cybersecurity measures.
• Experience in vendor and contract management.
• Experience building and managing high-performing teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing technology in a broadcast, media, music or telecommunications context is highly regarded.
• Willingness to participate in on-call responsibilities, work outside standard hours where required, and travel as needed.

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We are committed to improving outcomes for our communities and value diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and with lived experience in the communities we aim to serve (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, culturally and linguistically diverse people, the LGBTQIA+ community and people of diverse genders and faiths).

This is a Sydney-based role with majority of days in the Sydney office.

To apply, submit your resume (max three pages) and a cover letter (max two pages) addressing the requirements and reason for application to the Senior Manager, Technology and Digital Innovation via Ethical Jobs. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Please note that there is no formal closing date for this role. For enquiries about this role, please email jobs@cbaa.org.au using the subject line: IT and Broadcast Manager enquiry

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Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA) has welcomed the latest GfK Survey 8, 2025 results, with commercial radio reaching 12.4 million Australians weekly. Since mid-2022, through a post-COVID media landscape, commercial radio has sustained audiences exceeding 12 million.

“The consistency, innovation, and value commercial radio provides brands is unmatched by any other media channel and it’s exactly what advertisers need. Since mid-2022, we’ve delivered audiences of more than 12 million continuously. It’s reliable, meaningful reach that brands can count on,” said Lizzie Young, CEO of CRA.

Commercial radio’s performance reflects broader industry momentum. Deloitte’s 2025 Media & Entertainment Consumer Insights Report confirms audio is Australia’s only media category to see significant growth, now commanding 28% of digital entertainment consumption.

The shift to an audio everywhere approach is transforming how audiences consume content. Listeners move seamlessly between platforms such as AM/FM/DAB+/streaming – engaging on their terms: at home, in the car, at work, on the move and on demand. Commercial radio and its members have invested in enabling this flexibility, with recent enhancements to distribution strategies and innovation such as the CRA Audio ID making these audiences easier to buy and delivering the precision, transparency and efficiency marketers require.

Radio’s effectiveness against other channels is well documented: for every dollar invested in radio, brands see two dollars back – second only to social, while outperforming video, TV, OOH, search and CTV.²

“Beyond reach and effectiveness, what makes commercial radio uniquely powerful is the industry’s agility and creativity. Brands can leverage on-air talent who forge genuine connections with audiences, creative production teams who tailor everything to ensure it’s ‘made for audio,’ and event teams who deliver memorable brand experiences. It’s expertise that translates directly into maximised ROI, proving exactly why audio is more powerful than you think,” added Young.

For the full 2026 survey dates and historical data, visit: https://cra.au/metro-ratings

Sources: 

1. GfK Radio 360 Ratings, SMBAP S8 2025, historical results from S5 2022 – S7 2025, All people 10+, Mon-Sun 12mn-12mn, Cume (000’s), unless otherwise stated. All numbers refer to commercial radio results unless otherwise stated.

2. 2025 Nielsen Global Annual Marketing Survey: Nielsen Global Compass MMM Benchmarks (USD$).

TOTAL RADIO 

Melbourne’s 3AW and Sydney’s 2GB are the undisputed leaders in Breakfast radio, with today’s GfK Survey 8 ratings for 2025 showing Australians turn to Nine Radio for trusted news and entertainment. 

With results out today that covers the survey period from October 5 to December 13, Ben Fordham Live (2GB) and Breakfast with Ross and Russ (3AW) won the crucial Breakfast battle, ending a dominant year as clear No.1 shows.

3AW finished the year as the outright No.1 radio station in Melbourne, while 2GB is the No.1 talk radio station in Sydney. 

2GB Highlights

• 2GB is the No.1 talk radio in Sydney with a 11.2 share
• Ben Fordham Live is No.1 in Breakfast with a 14.9 share
• Mornings with Mark Levy is No.1 talk in Sydney with a 13.0 share

3AW Highlights

• 3AW is the clear No.1 station for Melburnians, delivering a 13.9 share
• Ross and Russ claimed the No.1 Breakfast position with a 20.4 share 
• Mornings with Tom Elliott was No.1 with a 16.5 share 

Greg Byrnes, Nine Radio’s National Content Manager, said: “If you’re not listening to Ben Fordham in Sydney and Ross & Russ in Melbourne, you’re truly missing out. After dominating all year, 2GB and 3AW are launching into 2026 with breakfast programs that are undisputed market leaders.

“Across the network, listeners this year will reconnect with their favourite presenters and be introduced to a host of exciting new voices. It’s been a relentless summer news cycle, but our talk stations will always set the agenda and provide the reassurance and context our audience expects.”

COMMERCIAL RADIO SHARE	TOTAL RADIO CUME
14 (4 markets)	1.66 million listeners each week

STREAMING

Nine Radio is dominant in digital streaming, reflecting its accessibility to listeners on the go, around the house, in the car, or anywhere they choose to tune in. The network has once again claimed the No.1 national share, as well as leading across key dayparts in Sydney and Melbourne.

• 3AW No.1 overall: share 32.8%
• 2GB No.1 overall: share 26.6%
• Breakfast with Ross and Russ No.1: share 49.3%
• Ben Fordham Live No.1:  share 40.1%
• Mornings with Tom Elliott No.1: share 30.1%
• Mornings with Mark Levy No.1: share 24.5%

Greg Byrnes said: “Our ‘always on’ content has become a new digital ritual, attracting an extraordinary level of engagement, especially during our breakfast and morning programs. 

“This is more than listening—it’s a shared conversation. We thank Australians for joining us. Delivering essential information and entertainment is at our core, and 24/7 streaming is the most immediate way to engage.”

COMMERCIAL STREAMING SHARE	STREAMING CUME
31.7	390,000

GfK Radio360 Ratings, Survey 8 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, 2GB Breakfast Mon-Fri 5.30am-9am, 2GB Mornings Mon-Fi 9am-12pm, AP10+, Nine Radio – 2GB, 3AW, 4BC, 6PR, unless otherwise specified.

Sydney, 20 January 2026

METRO MARKETS:

Sydney Radio 360 Survey 8, 2025

Melbourne Radio 360 Survey 8, 2025

Brisbane Radio 360 Survey 8, 2025

Adelaide Radio 360 Survey 8, 2025

Perth Radio 360 Survey 8, 2025

REGIONAL MARKETS:

Canberra Survey 3, 2025

Gold Coast Survey 3, 2025 

Newcastle Survey 3, 2025

Archive:

Archive of Previous Surveys

Communities in the fire-affected Bendigo region can expect ABC TV and radio services to be gradually restored from the end of next week, following an assessment of damage at the Mount Alexander transmission site.

Working with transmission provider BAI, the site has now been assessed for equipment damage as conditions eased and access to the site became possible in the past 24 hours.

Both radio and television services are expected to be back on air by late next week, however services may be at a reduced quality for several more weeks. 

“Our teams, along with BAI and industry partners, have been working around the clock to restore services as quickly and safely as possible,” said Damian Cronan, ABC Chief Digital and Information Officer.

“Services will return initially at reduced power, which means some members of the community may experience reduced coverage and poorer signal quality until further restoration work is completed.

 “We ask viewers and listeners to bear with us as we progressively rebuild to full transmission capacity over the coming weeks.

“Most viewers will need to rescan their TVs to receive ABC services again, but no antenna work is required. We’ll continue to provide updates as restoration progresses.

“Thanks again for your patience as we bring ABC back to full strength.” 

Television restoration update

Following assessment of the Mount Alexander site, BAI advises it can restore enough of the damaged equipment to return television transmission by late next week.

What audiences can expect:

• Most households who lost TV services will have them restored once transmissions resume.
• Initial picture quality may not be as strong as usual while reduced-power equipment is in place.
• There may be pockets of reduced or no reception, including parts of the Echuca and Daylesford regions.
• Quality and coverage are expected to improve in the weeks following restoration.
• BAI advises full restoration will take several more weeks.
• Coverage maps are below.

Important viewer advice:
Some viewers may need to re-scan their televisions to restore channels once services return. An antenna technician will not be required.

Radio restoration update

BAI is hopeful that all four ABC radio services (ABC Bendigo, triple j, ABC NEWS, ABC Classic) will begin to be restored from late next week.

What audiences can expect:

• Radio services will return initially with a much smaller footprint than usual due to reduced power.
• Coverage is expected to improve progressively over the coming weeks as further repairs and equipment restoration are completed.
• ABC Local Radio Central Victoria is currently on air on 91.1 FM. Listeners outside Bendigo can stay informed by tuning to ABC Wimmera on 594 AM.
• Audiences can also listen to radio services on the ABC Listen app and watch TV via ABC iview where internet is available.
• Coverage maps are below. 

ABC Local coverage

ABC News Radio

ABC Classic

triple j 

What audiences should know

We thank you for your patience and will continue to provide regular updates as work progresses.

• Restoration is a progressive process, expect poorer quality and reduced transmission reliability at first. 
• Rescan your TV to ensure ABC services return. 
• Communities near the Victoria–NSW border north of Bendigo and the Daylesford region may experience ongoing reception issues until full power is restored. 
• Our teams are working around the clock to restore reliable transmission services as quickly as possible.

SCA is set for a huge 2026, with the Hit and Triple M networks maintaining a strong and stable lineup, showcasing the company’s strength, consistency, and unwavering commitment to live and local content. 

The Hit and Triple M networks will continue to deliver locally produced metro Breakfast shows, the most of any broadcast network, alongside tailored AFL and NRL Rush Hour drive shows on Triple M, providing the sports coverage fans expect. Familiar personalities and emerging stars will continue to entertain and engage audiences, while delivering market-leading, brand-safe programming. With trusted voices, new talent, and locally focused content, SCA continues to lead Australia’s audio landscape, delivering compelling content alongside strong audience and client engagement and integration in 2026.

Matthew O’Reilly, SCA’s Head of Broadcast Content said: “Audio remains a compelling offering because it’s personal, immediate and connected to people’s daily lives. Live and local announcers and content is at the core, what sets radio apart, wherever or however they consume  content, whether in car, streaming on their phones, or engaging with us via social media and podcasts. While 2026 is shaping up to be a year of change across the industry, SCA enters the year with a stable, proven lineup, with an ongoing investment  in compelling live,  local lineups, and developing new talent that demonstrate a commitment to the future of the industry, and to ensuring our shows continue to cut through with content that genuinely resonates.”

Melbourne

SCA remains the dominant player in the Melbourne radio landscape with Fifi, Fev & Nick (Fifi Box, Brendan Fevola, and Nick Cody) growing share and continuing the momentum that has seen them win the hearts of listeners across the city *. The popular trio return to The Fox in 2026, staying on the pulse of the conversations that matters to Melbourne, bringing their unique take on local stories, and delivering Australian radio’s biggest moments, including fan favourites Brekky in the Burbs (live shows from Melbourne’s suburbs) and The Underdogs. This year, the team will also be heard nationally on The Happy Hour with Fifi, Fev & Nick, airing from 6pm to 7pm weeknights.

On Triple M, Mick in the Morning with Roo, Titus & Rosie returns in 2026 after a standout first year that delivered audience and share growth across the city. The show provides everything Triple M listeners want – breaking footy news, sharp commentary, big laughs, and an unfiltered take on the stories Melbourne is talking about. Mick Molloy, Nick Riewoldt, Titus O’Reily, and Rosie Walton have quickly developed a winning formula that keeps Triple M’s listeners coming back for more.

Sydney 

Triple M Breakfast with Beau, Cat & Woodsy, featuring NRL favourites Beau Ryan and Aaron Woods alongside seasoned broadcaster Cat Lynch, returns in 2026 serving up the  latest sport news, entertainment, and stories that resonate with Sydney listeners. Now in its second year, the show will continue to build strong connections with local listeners, reflecting the humour, energy, and interests of the city’s diverse suburbs. 

Meanwhile 2DayFM’s Nath & Emma return in January, entertaining audiences in one of the country’s most competitive radio markets with laughs, trending entertainment news, and the hits before they hit, creating an unmissable experience for listeners. 

Brisbane

SCA’s Brisbane duopoly continues to be a major force in market with Triple M and B105 two of the city’s most successful Breakfast shows. Triple M’s Marto, Margaux & Dan (Greg ‘Marto’ Martin, Margaux Parker and Dan Anstey) returns in 2026, while B105’s Stav, Abby & Matt (Stav Davidson, Abby Coleman and Matt Acton), is back for their ninth year. Between B105 and Triple M, SCA has held the number 1 spot in Brisbane (P10+) for 16 consecutive surveys, further cementing its dominant position in Brisbane. 

Perth

Popular Perth  breakfast duo, Xavier Ellis and Katie Lamb, return to Triple M’s Xav & Katie after signing a multi-year deal. With Katie recently welcoming her first child in 2025, the duo will return with their trademark chemistry, cheeky banter and fresh blend of laughs and local stories that continue to connect with Perth audiences. 

Over on Mix94.5, Pete & Kymba (Pete Curulli and Kymba Cahill) are also back for another big year and 2026 is set to be their biggest year yet, full of surprises, laughs and heartwarming content that they’re known for.

Adelaide

Adelaide’s number 1 FM Breakfast show, Triple M Breakfast with Roo, Ditts & Loz (Mark Ricciuto, Chris Dittmar and Laura O’Callaghan) returns in 2026 after dominating 22 out of the last 23 surveys, solidifying their position as the city’s most trusted source of sport and local Adelaide content. 

SAFM’s breakfast show will be bigger and brighter in 2026 with Bel, Bernie & Emma G (Bel Sloane, Bernie Vince and Emma Georgiadis), kicking off mornings with laughs, heart, and a whole lot of energy. Following a standout year in 2025, where the team claimed the number 1 spot with females 25-54 for the first time, Emma G returns to SAFM alongside best mate Bernie, with Bel joining the team full time after winning over listeners during Emma’s maternity leave. Listeners can expect a mix of hilarious stories, playful banter, and heartfelt moments as the team makes every morning feel fresh, relatable, and entertaining.

Drive and nights 

Nationally, Hit Network listeners can look forward to the return of the hilarious and heartwarming Carrie & Tommy (Carrie  Bickmore and Tommy Little) for the Drive home in 2026, continuing their eight-year run from 3pm to 6pm. Showcasing SCA’s commitment to developing new talent, The Hot Hits with Nic & Loren (Nic Kelly and Loren Barry) continues to provide listeners with access to huge celebrity guests, the latest music news, while shining a light on the incredible creativity and talent coming out of Australia. On Fridays (7pm – 10pm) and Saturday mornings, Lucy & Nikki (Lucy Jackson and Nikki Westcott) return to share the team’s unique take on love and life. 

Triple M’s newest recruits, Lu & Jarch, have quickly made their mark in early Drive, with strong figures since joining the Triple M network in June last year. The duo will continue to deliver the laughs from 2pm to 4pm in 2026, setting the tone before the much-loved, AFL and NRL sport-focused The Rush Hour shows kick off from 4pm to 6pm across the country. 

Having hosted Triple M’s The Rush Hour with JB & Billy for 16 years, James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless expanded their footprint beyond Melbourne and Tasmania in 2025, reaching new audiences in key AFL states – Adelaide, Perth, and regional stations across South Australia and Western Australia. The duo return in 2026 following a strong debut in their expanded markets, quickly becoming the number 1 Drive show (4pm–6pm) in Adelaide and building significant momentum in Perth, while also achieving a 20-year ratings high in Melbourne’s Survey 4 (10.7% share), the best result in the timeslot since 2006.

Triple M’s The Rush Hour with Maroon, Hindy & Millie, hosted by Anthony Maroon, Nathan ‘Hindy’ Hindmarsh and Millie Elliott, will continue across metro and regional NSW. In Queensland The Rush Hour with Dobbo & Elliott, hosted by Ben ‘Dobbo’ Dobbin and Elliott Lovejoy, will be joined by a rotating lineup of respected NRLW stars. Both shows will continue to deliver content that keeps fans informed, entertained, and connected to the game they love, with exclusive news and behind-the-scenes insights.

SCA’s lineup returns on Monday, January 19, 2026, bringing fresh energy, familiar faces, and engaging, entertaining content across every platform. With a strong focus on audience connection, the network offers compelling opportunities for client integration and commercial partnerships within a brand-safe environment.  

*  Source: GFK Radio Ratings. Survey 7, 2025. Mon-Sun 5:30am-12mn unless otherwise specified. Share to All%. *GFK Radio Ratings. Survey 7, 2025. Melbourne, 6am-9am Mon-Fri. Cume.

Get ready Adelaide! SAFM’s Breakfast show gets even bigger in 2026 with Bel, Bernie & Emma G ready to kick start listeners’ mornings with more laughs, heart and a whole lot of fun from Monday, January 19. 

Emma Georgiadis is returning after a break to welcome her first child, bringing fresh stories from the early days of motherhood. She’s back with the same energy and enthusiasm that Adelaide loves, plus a few new perspectives as she navigates life with baby Archie. Get ready for an entertaining mix of heartfelt moments, laughs, and the real talk on parenting.

Emma G and Bernie Vince return in 2026 with their signature easygoing banter. After launching the SAFM breakfast show in 2025, they’re bringing their chemistry and laughter to mornings once again but this time, there’s an exciting new addition – Bel Sloane joins the team full time. 

Bel Sloane captured the hearts of listeners with her natural charm and relatability while filling in for Emma’s maternity leave. With her warmth and wit, and instant connection with listeners, Bel was simply too good to let go. Together, this trio promises a show packed with laughter, playful banter, and spontaneous fun, creating an entertaining and lighthearted atmosphere that Adelaide will love.

Bernie Vince said: “I’ve missed my mate G, and I know listeners have too, so I’m excited to have her back in 2026. It’s been awesome having Bel step in while Emma was on leave, she’s done an amazing job, and I’m stoked she’s staying on. Together, we’re going to create something special next year. With two fantastic women, mums and friends by my side, I can’t wait to see what we’ll offer our listeners in 2026. I can’t wait to get started.”

Emma Georgiadis said: “After some precious time with my newborn, I’m excited to get back into it with the SAFM family. I’ve missed our listeners and can’t wait to switch the 4am wake ups from feeds to fun! I’m looking forward to bringing fresh energy and ideas with Bernie and Bel to create something exciting for Adelaide.”

Bel Sloane said: “I never imagined I’d get used to 4am alarms, but here we are! I am so thrilled that Bern, Emma and the team have invited me to stay on and make this permanent. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed these past few months, learning not only about radio but also getting to know this amazing city and its people better. But what’s been even more special is showing my kids that there’s more to me than just being their mum. They’re proud to see me step up and take on new challenges. I’m looking forward to having Emma back, alongside Bernie – there’s so much energy and banter to look forward to, and I can’t wait to see what we’ll offer listeners together.”

A successful media and lifestyle personality, radio newcomer Bel Sloane has quickly won over listeners with wit, down to earth style and instant rapport. A proud mother of three and wife to AFL star Rory Sloane, Bel has co-hosted SAFM breakfast over the past five months and her connection with Adelaide’s listeners was immediate. Now she’ll bring her unique charm to SAFM’s breakfast team in 2026.

Bernie Vince is no stranger to Adelaide radio fans. A former Best and Fairest winner for the Adelaide Crows and Melbourne Demons, Bernie made his mark in the media after retiring from football in 2018. He quickly became a fan favourite on Dead Set Legends and The Rush Hour and as part of Triple M’s  footy commentary team, blending his AFL insights with pop culture and a sense of humour that’s perfect for the breakfast show.  

With nearly 20 years in the entertainment and media industry Emma ‘Emma G’ Georgiadis has quickly established herself as an impressive voice in Australian radio. A former teacher-turned-media personality, she’s built an impressive radio career that includes anchoring Triple M’s The Rush Hour, co-hosting The Pulse on the Hit Network and now co-hosting SAFM’s breakfast show. 

Millie Starling, SAFM Content Director said: “We’re incredibly excited about what 2026 holds for SAFM’s Breakfast show. With Emma’s return, Bel joining the team full-time, and Bernie continuing to bring his unique humour and charm, we’ve got a trio that will not only make a real impact on breakfast in Adelaide. This show is unlike anything else in market as the only breakfast show with two female presenters. It’s a fantastic opportunity to build on the success we’ve had so far, with the breakfast show growing from a 6.9% share to 9.3%* across 2025 and delivering in the audience that matters, 25-54. We can’t wait to bring more laughter, heart, and genuine moments to our audience in 2026.”

Together Bel, Bernie & Emma G, are set to deliver a fresh, fun filled energy to listeners’ mornings. With their unique chemistry, their banter is sure to create an unforgettable, fun-filled start to the day that Adelaide won’t want to miss. 

SAFM Breakfast show, Bel, Bernie & Emma G, will be heard from 6am to 9am, Monday to Friday from Monday 19 January and is also available on LiSTNR. 

A win for artists, but there’s more to do on radio caps.

The Copyright Tribunal has delivered its decision on commercial radio broadcast royalties. While PPCA has secured a 38% increase (from 0.4% to 0.55% of gross revenue), the ruling makes one thing crystal clear: the arbitrary 1% statutory cap is preventing Australian artists from receiving a fair market rate for the use of their music.

The Tribunal mentioned the cap 140 times in their decision. They acknowledged radio’s promotional value has declined, that music use has expanded and, that international rates are higher. But the cap limited how far they could go.

“We cannot negotiate a fair market rate for artists while the statutory 1% cap remains in place,” said PPCA CEO Annabelle Herd. “It is now up to Government and Parliament to lift this deeply unfair and arbitrary cap.”

The new rate is backdated to July 1, 2023, which means more royalties to Australian artists and rights holders. But we’re not stopping here.

Our fight continues. The cap must go.

#PPCA

ABC Emergency Broadcasting continues for the Bendigo region. The Mount Alexander transmission site in Central Victoria has been significantly damaged by fire and remains off air. The site normally provides radio and TV services to communities around Bendigo, Castlemaine and nearby towns. 

It is expected to take some time for services to be fully restored. ABC transmission partner BAI is working to restore services as soon as it can and we will keep people advised as this work progresses.

For people in the immediate Bendigo area, ABC Local Radio Central Victoria is back on air on 91.1 FM. Listeners outside Bendigo can stay informed by tuning to ABC Wimmera on 594 AM.

Audiences can also listen to radio services on the ABC Listen app and watch TV via ABC iview where internet is available.

The ABC TV service for the Bendigo region (located on Mt Alexander) was damaged by the recent bushfires and is OFF. Service restoration is expected to take some time given the extent of damage.

If you have lost access to ABC TV since 9 January, it is likely that your antenna is pointed towards the ABC Bendigo TV service at Mt Alexander. If you live in an area that also has access to other ABC TV services (coloured blue on the attached map), you may be able to have an antenna installer re-point your antenna towards the other location. 

We do not recommend repointing your antenna without the assistance of a professional given the complexity of the task.

Further updates will continue at ABC Audience Help & Support.

Wild Horse FM (99.7FM) is a not-for-profit, community-run radio station serving the Yarraman district and surrounding communities. We are seeking a detail-focused Audio Editor to work behind the scenes, supporting our volunteers by polishing, assembling and preparing recorded audio for broadcast.

Yarraman QLD has a 2021 SEIFA index of relative socio-economic disadvantage (IRSD) score of 908.3, and this means it is among the 10% most disadvantaged areas in Australia.

Our population is an aging one and at the last census the age group of 55+ is above the national average & our younger population is below the national average. Most of the volunteers at our radio station are women aged 55 and above. They choose to volunteer at our radio station as they learn new skills in communication, public speaking & technology. The successful applicant for this role will be supporting this group of volunteers by assisting them to develop interview programs with the end goal being to teach them editing & production skills.

This is an in-studio, part-time role for a 6-month term (January–June 2026), with approximately 156 hours over the period. We expect that hours will build gradually as more volunteers become involved.

About the role

This role is not a presenting or content-creation role.

Instead, you will:

• Work with existing recordings – some of these, you will be involved in the initial recording process.
• Focus on post-production, sound quality and consistency.
• Assemble programs ready for broadcast.
• Provide technical production support to volunteers.
• Help upskill volunteers so they can confidently participate in audio production.

Key responsibilities

• Edit and polish recorded interviews and spoken-word programs.
• Assemble programs into broadcast-ready formats (including intros, outros, sponsorships and station IDs).
• Ensure consistent audio quality, levels and timing.
• Organise, name and archive audio files.
• Provide patient, practical support to volunteers learning audio editing.
• Help establish clear, repeatable post-production processes.

About you

• Strong experience with audio editing software (Audacity, Adobe Audition or similar).
• A good ear for sound quality, pacing and consistency.
• Comfortable working behind the scenes.
• Patient, supportive and confident in helping volunteers learn technical skills.
• Organised, reliable and able to meet deadlines.
• Community-minded and collaborative.

Why join Wild Horse FM?

• Be part of a friendly, values-driven community organisation.
• Play a key behind-the-scenes role in improving broadcast quality.
• Help build long-term volunteer capacity.
• Contribute to the sustainability of local community media.
• Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and may close without notice.

Apply here