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ABC and Cricket Australia extend partnership for 7 years

The ABC will continue to be the home of cricket until at least 2031 after signing an agreement with Cricket Australia for audio rights to every match across the next 7 Australian summers.

The agreement will allow the ABC to continue to provide all Australians with access to all Test Matches, T20 Internationals, One Day Internationals and Women’s Big Bash League played in Australia. The new deal will also see the ABC cover Men’s Big Bash League for the first time in over a decade.

Audiences will be able to hear every ball of the summer starting with the Women’s T20 International in September.

ABC Head of Capital City Network and Sport Mike Fitzpatrick said “We’re delighted to continue this historic agreement with Cricket Australia. The ABC is synonymous with cricket, it has always been the soundtrack of summer and now all Australian’s will be able to hear every ball, across multiple platforms, commercial free.”

“This new agreement takes us to our 99th (not out) year of broadcasting cricket on the ABC.”

Kate Ingber, Cricket Australia Executive General Manager, Business and Legal Affairs said: “We are delighted to extend and enhance our audio partnership with the ABC for a further seven years as we enter an exciting period for the game.

“Cricket is the sound of summer and we are pleased the ABC will continue to provide their renowned coverage of the game including the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Women’s and Men’s Ashes and the Big Bash Leagues across their stations and digital platforms.

“Thank you to everyone at the ABC for your tremendous support of cricket which will extend to 99 years by the end of this agreement.”

Audiences will be able to hear matches across our local radio network and every ball of every match on ABC listen.

triple j’s One Night Stand sells out in less than 24 hours

triple j’s One Night Stand 2024 has sold out in less than 24 hours of going on sale, following news that the iconic concert series is heading to Warrnambool, in Victoria on Peek Whurrong Land on Saturday, 14 September.

Fresh from a five-year break, triple j’s One Night Stand returns with its biggest lineup of Australian talent yet, promising regional audiences and music lovers a one-of-a-kind event in South West Victoria.

Head of triple j Lachlan Macara said, “We’re thrilled that more than 15,000 tickets have been snapped up so quickly by the people of Warrnambool and other music fans around the country. This response shows the demand regional audiences have for live Australian music and reaffirms triple j’s unwavering commitment to both. We’re grateful to do this while raising critical funds for the Australian music industry charity, Support Act.” 

The 2024 edition of One Night Stand will also provide regional and remote communities access to some of the best brains in the music business with the introduction of More Than A One Night Stand Sessions, delivered in partnership with Music Australia. Head here for all the info.

If you didn’t grab a ticket to Warrnambool, it’s all good! triple j will be bringing you all the best bits live streamed across triple j socials, on the radio and via the triple j app on Saturday, 14 September.

Stay tuned for more info, and head to the triple j website for all the latest One Night Stand details.

triple j’s One Night Stand
Saturday 14 September
Warrnambool, Victori
Friendly Societies Park on Peek Whurrong Land.

G Flip – Ruel
What So Not + Friends
Thelma Plum
Sycco – DICE
triple j Unearthed Competition Winner
+ Special Guests

Jess Eva joins Triple M’s The Rush Hour QLD with A.B & Elliott

Triple M today announced that Jess Eva will join Elliott Lovejoy on The Rush Hour QLD Drive show for the remainder of 2024, filling in for Annabelle “A.B” Brett who commences maternity leave from Monday, 29 July.

Jess is no stranger to Triple M having co-hosted the Sydney Breakfast with MG and Chris Page from 2019 until 2022. She is also a celebrated author, TV presenter, was a contestant on ‘I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!’ in 2021 and won the 2018 series of The Block alongside her husband Norm.

Jess Eva said: “I’m thrilled to be back on Triple M and can’t wait to catch up with Elliott and all The Rush Hour listeners. It’s going to be a lot of fun with my old far North Queensland people again!”

Annabelle ‘A.B’ Brett said: “It’s bittersweet to be taking time off from the best job in the world but I am feeling so excited and supported by my amazing team while I undertake this new journey. I do want to credit SCA for having arguably the best Paid Parental Leave policy of any media company, let alone the country, which gives me ample time to transition into this next stage of my life.

“Jess is someone I’ve admired for many years and I am honoured to call her a friend and mentor. To have someone of her calibre joining the show while I’m away is a dream come true for the team and for our amazing listeners. I look forward to returning in 2025 following some special time with my family and a Brisbane Broncos and Lions Premiership of course!”

Listen to The Rush Hour with A.B & Elliott with Jess Eva from 4-6pm weekdays on Triple M regional Queensland stations and on LiSTNR.

About Triple M: 

For more than 40 years, Triple M continues to be one of Australia’s best-known radio entertainment brands and the only radio network that provides its listeners with a unique combination of Greatest Hits, Sport and Comedy. With 49 stations across Australia, including six digital stations, Triple M 80s, Triple M Classic Rock, Triple M 2000s, Triple M Country, and Triple M 90s, Triple M has become known for playing Rock’s Greatest Hits, and its iconic talent and shows that get people talking.

The iconic brand entertains more than 3.7 million radio and on demand listeners each week and is home to some of Australia’s biggest sporting heroes, comedians and music gurus including Marty Sheargold, Mick Molloy, Mark Geyer, Gus Worland, Margaux Parker, Wendell Sailor, Ryan Girdler, Leisel Jones, James Brayshaw, Billy Brownless, Gorden Tallis, Greg Martin, Mark Ricciuto, Laura O’Callaghan, Chris Dittmar, Peter ‘Spida’ Everitt and Andrew Jarman to name just a few! All Triple M’s content is available live or on demand on the LiSTNR app.

MATT & ALEX ARE GOING FOR BRONZE FOR THE TRIPLE M NETWORK

Triple M has announced a new live national show launching Monday 29 July. To be heard from 12pm-1pm on the Triple M network across Australia, Matt & Alex Going For Bronze, hosted by Matt Okine and Alex Dyson, will serve up a daily recap of all the twists, tales, and tumbles from on and off the field at this year’s Paris Games.

Joined by former Olympian, Georgie Parker, and welcoming an array of special guests from across the country and the world, Going For Bronze will bring the boys’ unique comedic perspective to the world’s biggest sporting event with hilarious highlights, behind-the-scenes banter, sketches, songs, and memorable moments, all while keeping listeners updated on the medal tally.

Borrowing from the name Mick Molloy and Billy Birmingham created for the Sydney 2000 Games, Matt and Alex will be talking about all things ‘Games adjacent’ for the daily one-hour national show across the Triple M Network.

Matt Okine said: “As someone who once came dead last in a high jump competition because I failed to clear the opening height, it feels only right that I would be gifted a platform to judge and critique the world’s greatest athletes.”

Alex Dyson said: “Going for Bronze will combine my two loves: talking about elite sports, and only working every 4 years. I can’t wait for the starter’s pistol to fire.”

Head of Triple M Metro Content, Matthew O’Reilly, said: “For the next two weeks the eyes of the world will be focused on Paris and the amazing athletic achievements, so having Matt and Alex host Going For Bronze is the perfect pairing of sport and comedy.

When they aren’t going for bronze, Matt and Alex host the Matt & Alex All Day Breakfast podcast on LiSTNR, serving up a daily omelette of delicious audio content. With a new episode Monday to Friday, chunks of news alongside finely sliced interviews and the occasional sprig of talkback are all chucked into a bowl of expertly whisked comedy, before being poured into the frying pan to the delight of listeners.

Going For Bronze will be heard 12pm-1pm Monday-Friday across the Triple M network, starting on Monday 29 July through to Friday 9 August.

About Triple M: 

For more than 40 years, Triple M continues to be one of Australia’s best-known radio entertainment brands and the only radio network that provides its listeners with a unique combination of Greatest Hits, Sport and Comedy. With 49 stations across Australia, including six digital stations, Triple M 80s, Triple M Classic Rock, Triple M 2000s, Triple M Country, and Triple M 90s, Triple M has become known for playing Rock’s Greatest Hits, and its iconic talent and shows that get people talking.

The iconic brand entertains more than 4.6 million radio and on demand listeners each week and is home to some of Australia’s biggest sporting heroes, comedians and music gurus including Marty Sheargold, Mick Molloy, Mark Geyer, Gus Worland, Margaux Parker, Ryan Girdler, Leisel Jones, James Brayshaw, Billy Brownless, Gorden Tallis, Greg Martin, Mark Ricciuto, Laura O’Callaghan, Chris Dittmar, Peter ‘Spida’ Everitt and Andrew Jarman to name just a few! All Triple M’s content is available live or on demand on the LiSTNR app.

Commercial radio sees benefits of collaboration with Australian live music industry

Commercial radio has called for measures to help it remain sustainable and allow it to work even more collaboratively with the live music industry, so that these key pillars of Australian culture can support each other.

Ciaran Davis, CEO of ARN and Chair of industry body Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA), has given evidence to the Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts as it inquires into the challenges and opportunities within the Australian live music industry at a public hearing held in Sydney today.

“Commercial radio has a long history of supporting emerging and established Australian artists and contributes to their economic development through royalty payments, which amounted to nearly $40 million in 2023,” Mr Davis told the inquiry.

Radio is also a vital platform for promotion of local artists. In 2022, commercial radio played 2.7 million Australian songs and broadcast 160,000 hours of Australian music, with all networks and stations proactively involved and fiercely supportive.

“But like the music industry, radio is facing its own challenges – so to truly unlock the potential of radio supporting the live music industry, we need measures to ensure our industry can remain sustainable, thriving and innovative,” said Mr Davis.

“Radio and music should be working together and we want to work together. Research, promotion and events, as well as working to achieve prominence for Australian radio on connected devices – keeping Australian radio and Australian music free and accessible for all – is something that is in all of our interests.

“We look forward to a future that is collaborative, creative and sustains the unique Australian voices and music across our country, and we thank the committee for giving us the opportunity to be included in this important conversation.”

Award-winning 9News podcast team earns three ACRA nominations

The acclaimed team behind the 9News podcast Hannah’s Story has earned three nominations in this year’s Australian Commercial Radio Awards.

Hannah’s Story has been nominated for Podcast of the Year, Best Documentary – Audio, and Best Podcast Producer for Jessica Lodge.

Launched jointly by 9News and 9Podcasts, Hannah’s Story, presented by 9News Queensland presenter, Melissa Downes, produced by Jessica Lodge, with sound editing by Adam Buncher, has captivated audiences with its compelling narrative and meticulous storytelling.

It delves into one of the worst acts of domestic violence Australia has ever seen – the day Hannah Clarke and her three children were set on fire and killed in their car in a quiet Brisbane street by their father, Hannah’s estranged husband, Rowan Baxter. Since launching in 2023, the podcast has dominated the Australian podcast charts, resonated globally, and received numerous national and international accolades.

The three ACRA nominations coincide with the release of the follow-up Downes-Lodge project, The Ultimate Sacrifice, which traces the harrowing events of December 12, 2022, when two Queensland Police officers were shot dead in a shocking ambush at Wieambilla.

With four episodes already released, this podcast explores the haunting question: how did a routine callout escalate into Queensland’s deadliest police shooting and Australia’s first Christian terrorist attack?

From Monday, July 29, The Ultimate Sacrifice will continue, following the four-week coronial inquest into the massacre. Listeners can expect unfolding evidence, testimonies, new details, previously unheard recordings, and crucial insights revealing the heroism and camaraderie displayed on that tragic day.

Melissa Downes said: “What an incredible honour it is for Hannah’s Story to be nominated at the Australian Commercial Radio Awards. The overwhelming response to and unwavering support for Hannah’s Story has been deeply moving. I am particularly proud to see Jess’s outstanding producing talent recognised on a national stage. The timing is especially meaningful as The Ultimate Sacrifice is currently topping the Australian podcasting charts.”

Jess Lodge said: “We’ve seen firsthand the power of this podcast in sparking community conversations about coercive control, particularly as it continues to serve as an invaluable educational resource. Receiving recognition within the audio industry is incredibly gratifying. We take immense pride in our storytelling, so it’s wonderful to see our podcasts being appreciated as much as we enjoyed creating them.”

Nine Radio Managing Director, Tom Malone, said: “This is further testament to the sensitive and powerful storytelling of Melissa, Jess and Adam. Their podcast has won audiences and awards around the world for its detailed and careful examination of coercive control, shining a light on scourge that must be confronted.

“Their latest podcast, The Ultimate Sacrifice, is further proof of their skill in telling harrowing stories with great care and sensitivity. On behalf of everyone at Nine, we are immensely proud of their purpose-driven journalism and consequent accomplishments.”

Hannah’s Story and The Ultimate Sacrifice are available wherever you get your podcasts.

Nine Radio names new Olympics studio in honour of legendary sports commentator David Morrow

Nine Radio names new Olympics studio in honour of legendary sports commentator David Morrow

On the eve of the Paris Olympics, Nine Radio has named its new Olympic studio after the legendary broadcaster and commentator David ‘Thirsty’ Morrow.

The Paris Games would have been Morrow’s ninth Olympics as a commentator, over a long and hugely successful career at the ABC and 2GB.

Morrow, who passed away last week after a battle with brain cancer, was celebrated at his funeral service yesterday where the announcement was made by his close friend and colleague, Mark Levy.

Dozens of former and current colleagues including Jim Maxwell, Warren Ryan, Tim Gavel, Gordon Bray, Peter Wilkins, Mark Levy, Peter Psaltis, Darryl Brohmann and Mark Riddell gathered to honour Morrow. Also present were more recent NRL stars and colleagues Andrew Johns, Paul Gallen and Josh Morris.

Levy shared the poignant news during the service saying, “David was a NSW country boy who moved to the big smoke to realise his dream as a commentator. I wish he was still here to help with our Olympics coverage from our new studio, but he will be with us in spirit. It gives me great honour to announce that our Nine Radio studio at Pyrmont will be known as The David Morrow Olympic Studio.”

The David Morrow Olympic Studio will be the heart of Nine Radio’s exclusive Olympic Games coverage, embodying the spirit and dedication that Morrow brought to every broadcast.

Morrow’s illustrious career spanned several decades and numerous milestones in sports broadcasting. He began his career with the ABC, where he quickly made a name for himself as a passionate and knowledgeable commentator. His tenure at the ABC saw him cover a wide range of sports, from rugby league to cricket and the Olympics, earning him a reputation as one of the most versatile voices in the industry.

Nine Radio Managing Director Tom Malone said, “Beyond his professional achievements, Thirsty was known for his generosity, mentorship, and unwavering dedication to sport. He loved athletes and he loved mentoring many young commentators. This is a fitting tribute to a giant of Australian broadcasting.”

The David Morrow Olympic Studio will serve as a lasting legacy, ensuring that his contributions to sports broadcasting are remembered and celebrated during the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics and beyond.

The studio will be officially commissioned tonight, when Ray Hadley and Jane Flemming bring all the action from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony.

Nine Radio and 9Podcasts smash record with most ACRA finalists in its history

Nine Radio and 9Podcasts have broken their own record with an astounding 41 finalist nominations across 20 categories in the 35th annual Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs), announced today.

From breaking news to investigative journalism, storytelling, production, sports coverage, and diversity and inclusion (both on and off-air), these nominations highlight Nine Radio’s deep connection with its audiences and the triumph of its comprehensive audio strategy.

Leading the charge are 2GB’s Ben Fordham, Ray Hadley and Chris O’Keefe and 3AW’s Neil Mitchell – all finalists for both Best Talk Presenter and Best Current Affairs Presenter. Tom Elliott is also nominated for Best Talk Presenter. Fordham and Hadley are also contenders for Individual Talent of the Year.

In a nod to the new talent Nine’s stations continue to develop and discover, 2GB’s Chris O’Keefe and 3AW’s Jacqui Felgate are in the running for Best New On-Air Talent.

It’s a big year for Sydney’s top station, 2GB, which is vying for Station of the Year, Content Manager Luke Davis for Best Content Director, with Fordham, Mark Levy and Will Bottom and Hadley also nominated for Best News Event Coverage for their reports on the Bondi Junction Attacks and the Sydney Car Pursuit, respectively.

In sport, the late David Morrow, Mark Levy, Anthony Hudson, and Shane McInnes are all nominated in the Best Sports Presenter category, while the Continuous Call Team’s coverage of 2023 NRL Grand Final is a finalist for Best Sports Event Coverage.

Nine Radio’s journalists dominate the Best News Presenter and Brian White awards, with David Armstrong, Gail Watson, Rhiannon Soliman-Marron, Ben Fordham, Clinton Maynard and Zac de Silva all finalists.

9Podcasts’ award-winning, critically acclaimed and hugely popular series, Hannah’s Story, adds to its accolades with nominations for Podcast of the Year, Best Documentary Audio, and Best Podcast Producer for Jess Lodge. Producers Sam Stove and Matty White also earned Best Podcast Producer nominations.

Nine Radio’s successful internship program was also nominated in the special category for Diversity and Inclusion.

Nine Radio Managing Director, Tom Malone, said: “This is an outstanding result for Nine’s radio stations and podcast teams. They are a dedicated group of professionals who strive for excellence in all they do. At the heart of their purpose is serving our listeners, as a destination for live and local content – always relevant, always on. These nominations are a huge testament to their hard work and commitment, and a wonderful reflection on them, and all of their colleagues who strive for excellence every day.”

See the full list of Nine nominees here.

The ACRA winners will be announced in Sydney on Saturday, October 12.

GfK Radio Audience Measurement: Resources

The GfK Radio Ratings is the official radio audience measurement service for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth and the regional markets of Newcastle, Canberra and Gold Coast; providing subscribers with an understanding of who listens, as well as when and where they listen.

GfK Radio Ratings provide an estimate of radio listening drawn from a sample of more than 60,000 people aged 10+, each year, across the five metropolitan markets and three major regional markets.

There are many ways to contact GfK for more information, please see below for different contact details depending on your enquiry:

  • If you are a radio ratings data subscriber or have any questions regarding the radio ratings, please email radioratings@gfk.com
  • If you have a radio diary (paper or online) and need assistance, please contact 1800 725 490.
  • If you currently have a GfK MediaWatch, have been on our panel or have been contacted about being on our MediaWatch panel, please contact 1800 098 906. More information can also be found at: https://panel.gfk.com/ram-au/public-home

To find out more information on the GfK Radio Ratings, please use the links below:

Prize Draw: Current Winners and T&Cs

2024 Metropolitan Prize Draws Terms and Conditions

2024 Regional Prize Draws Terms and Conditions

2024 ACRA Awards Finalists Unveiled

The spotlight is on as the finalists for the 35th Australian Commercial Radio & Audio (ACRA) Awards are revealed today, with the winners to be crowned at a night of celebration at The Star in Sydney on Saturday, 12 October.

“With 1159 entries this year, 361 finalists, and only 71 awards up for grabs the competition is fiercer than ever. The talent on display is truly special, and we are thrilled to see such a diverse array of voices ready to shine as showtime approaches,” said Jo Dick, Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA) chief commercial officer.

The nominees for the highly anticipated ACRA for Best On Air Team (Metro) are last year’s winners Brendan Jones and Amanda Keller (Jonesy & Amanda, WSFM, ARN), 2022 Hall of Fame inductees Kyle Sandilands and Jackie Henderson (The Kyle and Jackie O Show, KIIS 1065, ARN), The Christian O’Connell Show (GOLD104.3, ARN), Jase & Lauren (Nova 100, NOVA Entertainment), Carrie & Tommy (3FOX, SCA), and Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie (Nova 96.9, NOVA Entertainment).

The Individual Talent of the Year Award has attracted the highest number of submissions across all categories. This year’s Metro finalists are Christian O’Connell (GOLD104.3, ARN), Ray Hadley (2GB, Nine Radio), “Ugly” Phil O’Neil (WSFM, ARN), Jackie Henderson (KIIS 1065, ARN), Fifi Box (3FOX, SCA), Kate Ritchie (Nova 96.9, NOVA Entertainment), and Ricki-Lee Coulter (Nova Network, NOVA Entertainment) and Ben Fordham (2GB, Nine Radio).

“It’s great to see the increased prominence of female finalists in this year’s Individual Talent of the Year lineup. These exceptional people are leading the charge and making a significant impact on the radio industry,” commented Ms Dick.

Battling it out for Station of the Year Award (Metro) are B105 Brisbane; GOLD104.3 Melbourne; 2GB Sydney; Triple M Adelaide; and 2023 winners KIIS 1065 Sydney. Non-metro contenders are: 1029 Hot Tomato, Gold Coast; 102.9 Triple M, Newcastle; 102.3 Triple M, Townsville; and defending champs Mix 106.3, Canberra.

The competition for the Best Networked Show Award is fierce, with last year’s winners, The Kyle and Jackie O Hour of Power (KIIS Network, Sydney, ARN) up against Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie (Nova 96.9, NOVA Entertainment), Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel (Nova Network, NOVA Entertainment), The Christian O’Connell Show (GOLD104.3, ARN), The Jimmy & Nath Show (The Hit Network, SCA), and Jess & Ducko (Hit106.9, Newcastle, SCA).

The Podcast Host/s of the Year category is packed with standout talent. Finalists include Hamish & Andy (The Hamish & Andy Podcast, LiSTNR, SCA), Amelia Oberhardt (Secrets We Keep: Shame, Lies and Family, LiSTNR, SCA), Amanda Keller (Double A Chattery, iHeart, ARN), Christian McEwan (The Dragons Den, i98FM, WIN Network), Ant Middleton (Head Game, Nova Podcasts), and the dynamic duo Brittany Hockley and Laura Byrne (Life Uncut, iHeart, ARN).

Last year’s Podcast Host of the Year, Abbie Chatfield, is a contender for the Podcast of the Year Award with It’s A Lot with Abbie Chatfield (LiSTNR, SCA). She will be up against Hamish & Andy (LiSTNR, SCA), Amelia Oberhardt’s Secrets We Keep: Shame, Lies and Family (LiSTNR, SCA), Crime Insiders (LiSTNR, SCA), and Hannah’s Story (9Podcasts, Nine Radio).

The finalists for Best News Event Coverage exemplify top-tier journalism, delivering breaking news that has a profound impact on our communities. The contenders include ARN’s MIX 104.9 for Alice Springs Chaos, Nine Radio’s 2GB for both Bondi Attacks and Sydney Car Pursuit, SCA’s Triple M Newcastle for Hunter Valley Bus Tragedy, SCA’s 102.3 Triple M Townsville for Tropical Cyclone Kirrily, and ARN News for Westfield Bondi Attack.

“Congratulations to all the finalists for their outstanding work and dedication. Their contributions are a significant part of what makes the Australian audio scene so exciting and dynamic,” said Jo Dick.

Tickets for the ACRAS will go on sale in early September. To be the first to know, make sure to head to the 2024 ACRA Awards page at www.acras.com.au.

For a full list of our finalists head to: ACRAs