ABC NEWS was again Australia’s top digital news provider in July with a monthly audience of 12.7 million people, according to the latest Ipsos iris data released today.     

The audience was highly engaged, with an average time spent on the ABC NEWS website of 29 minutes per person.  

Local and national news stories which drove audiences online for the latest news and information included the conclusion of the “mushroom murder” trial of Erin Patterson, the rescue of missing German backpacker Carolina Wilga, ongoing investigations into childcare, coverage of the “bomb cyclone” event that lashed the NSW coast and the death of Australian actor Julian McMahon. 

In global news, the Russian earthquake, Pacific tsunami warning, death of Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osborne and “CEO kiss cam” scandal during a Coldplay concert attracted the attention of Australian audiences.  

Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) and West Coast Radio have today announced a new strategic partnership to expand digital audio access and monetisation across Western Australia. From September, West Coast Radio’s stations, Coast FM and WAVE FM, will officially join the LiSTNR digital audio ecosystem, making both stations available to stream on LiSTNR for the first time.

Building on an existing broadcast sales partnership in Western Australia, this expanded collaboration brings West Coast Radio into SCA’s market-leading LiSTNR digital audio network. This new digital audio partnership will enable dynamic ad insertion (DAI), powered by LiSTNR’s industry-leading AdTech Hub capabilities that provide deep audience insights and precise targeting. It will also extend LiSTNR’s footprint across regional WA. 

John Kelly, SCA CEO said the partnership delivers a personalised listener experience, expanded device availability and new revenue streams for West Coast Radio.

“We’re excited to welcome Coast FM and WAVE FM to the LiSTNR platform as part of our strengthened partnership with West Coast Radio,” Kelly said: “This expansion not only bolsters our regional presence in WA but also enhances the digital experience for listeners through smarter, more personalised audio. It gives advertisers greater reach and access to a known, addressable audience, enabling deeper insights, and more effective geo-targeted campaign opportunities across LiSTNR’s full digital ecosystem.”

West Coast Radio is a leading regional broadcaster serving the Mandurah and Peel region of Western Australia. With a strong local presence and deep local engagement, the network operates two flagship stations: 97.3 Coast FM, on air since 1996, and 91.7 The Wave, launched in 2018. According to the latest Xtra Insights survey (2025), Coast FM and The Wave command a dominant combined 44% share of the 10+ audience, reflecting their trusted local voices, quality programming and loyal listenership. 

Adam Bassett-Scarfe, West Coast Radio Chairman, added: “Joining LiSTNR is a pivotal move for West Coast Radio and our market leading brands The Wave and Coast FM. It allows us to expand our digital offering and connect with audiences in new and meaningful ways. We’re proud to be part of a platform that prioritises innovation and audience engagement. This partnership reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality content and creating new opportunities for our advertisers.”

This new partnership expands SCA’s reach to 135 stations nationally, offering advertisers access to a potential audience of up to 10 million Australians.

About Southern Cross Austereo:
Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) is one of Australia’s leading media companies and the home of LiSTNR, as well as the Hit and Triple M networks. 

The LiSTNR digital audio app, offering free and compelling digital audio content including SCA’s FM, AM, and DAB+ radio stations, live AFL, NRL, and international cricket coverage, over 50 music playlists, local news and over  800 podcast titles from leading Australian and global creators. With more than 2.4 million signed-in users on the LiSTNR app and with a total LiSTNR Audience Network that reaches an estimated ten million* people each month. 

SCA owns 104 radio stations across FM, AM, and DAB+ radio under the Triple M and Hit network brands and provides national sales representation for 56 regional radio stations, with more than 9 million listeners across the Hit and Triple M networks nationally.

About LiSTNR:

The LiSTNR digital audio app, offering free and compelling digital audio content including SCA’s FM, AM, and DAB+ radio stations, live AFL, NRL, and international cricket coverage, over 50 music playlists, local news and over  800 podcast titles from leading Australian and global creators. With more than 2.4 million signed-in users on the LiSTNR app and with a total LiSTNR Audience Network that reaches an estimated ten million* people each month. 

*Triton Streaming Metrics, Triton Podcast Metrics, & Edison – July 2025 , West Coast Radio Chairman, added: “Joining LiSTNR is a pivotal move for West Coast Radio and our market leading brands The Wave and Coast FM. It allows us to expand our digital offering and connect with audiences in new and meaningful ways. We’re proud to be part of a platform that prioritises innovation and audience engagement. This partnership reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality content and creating new opportunities for our advertisers.”

This new partnership expands SCA’s reach to 135 stations nationally, offering advertisers access to a potential audience of up to 10 million Australians.


About Southern Cross Austereo:
Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) is one of Australia’s leading media companies and the home of LiSTNR, as well as the Hit and Triple M networks. 

The LiSTNR digital audio app, offering free and compelling digital audio content including SCA’s FM, AM, and DAB+ radio stations, live AFL, NRL, and international cricket coverage, over 50 music playlists, local news and over  800 podcast titles from leading Australian and global creators. With more than 2.4 million signed-in users on the LiSTNR app and with a total LiSTNR Audience Network that reaches an estimated ten million* people each month. 

SCA owns 104 radio stations across FM, AM, and DAB+ radio under the Triple M and Hit network brands and provides national sales representation for 56 regional radio stations, with more than 9 million listeners across the Hit and Triple M networks nationally.

About LiSTNR:
The LiSTNR digital audio app, offering free and compelling digital audio content including SCA’s FM, AM, and DAB+ radio stations, live AFL, NRL, and international cricket coverage, over 50 music playlists, local news and over  800 podcast titles from leading Australian and global creators. With more than 2.4 million signed-in users on the LiSTNR app and with a total LiSTNR Audience Network that reaches an estimated ten million* people each month. 

*Triton Streaming Metrics, Triton Podcast Metrics, & Edison – July 2025 

Triple M Central Queensland is waking up to a brand-new Breakfast show with Pinky & Macca on-air across the region.

A new addition to the show, Matthew “Macca” McDonald brings high energy, a “medically diagnosed” enthusiasm, and an infectious optimism to Triple M listeners across Central Queensland, a station spanning from Rockhampton to Mount Murchison to Gladstone. 

Macca began in community radio in Port Stephens before moving to SCA’s Hit Network Fraser Coast in 2023, he quickly made his mark as a vibrant on-air personality. Now, Macca’s ready to deliver the perfect mix of local content, sport, comedy, and greatest hits to Triple M’s loyal audience.

Macca’s joined by Pinky Neven, celebrating a decade on Triple M Breakfast this year. A much-loved voice in Central Queensland, Pinky has built a reputation for being community-minded, supporting local charities and schools, as well as fronting regional events. Her strong local connection and authenticity make her one of the region’s most trusted broadcasters. The duo’s new show, which launched 11 August, has begun with undeniable energy across Central Queensland’s airwaves.

McDonald said:”It’s been a great first couple of weeks getting to know the loyal Triple M listeners and working alongside the absolute legend of a human that is Pinky. I was never built for a ‘real job’ and have always dreamt of one day being on ‘the Ms’, so it’s a dream come true to officially join the club.”

Blair Woodcock,SCA Head of Regional Content, said: “Macca is a great example of the talent pathway we’re fostering within SCA, moving from Hit on the Fraser Coast to now joining one of our most respected local voices in Pinky. Pinky has spent a decade at the heart of the Central Queensland community. With Macca’s enthusiasm alongside her, Pinky & Macca will bring the perfect mix of experience, energy, and local knowledge to Triple M listeners.”

Listen to Pinky & Macca for Breakfast on Triple M Central Queensland, 6-9am weekdays, or on LiSTNR.

About Triple M: 

For more than 40 years, Triple M has been one of Australia’s most recognisable radio brands, providing listeners with a unique blend of Greatest Hits, Sport, and Comedy. With 49 stations nationwide – including six digital stations – Triple M is renowned for delivering music’s greatest hits, alongside iconic talent and standout shows that lead the way in sport and entertainment. 

Reaching more than 4.9 million radio and on-demand listeners each week, Triple M is home to some of the country’s most respected sporting legends, beloved comedians, and music personalities, including Mick Molloy, James Brayshaw, Billy Brownless, Luisa Dal Din, and Jack Archdale – to only name a few! Triple M’s content is available live or on demand on the LiSTNR app.  

This part-time position (20 hours per week) is based at Crace, ACT. This is a fixed term commencing on engagement and will end on 30 June 2026 (extension subject to funding performance and availability). During this period, the Station Manager will focus on those aspects of the duties relating to the generation of income and the management of the station’s finances and grants.

Salary packaging: Clerks Level 5, $40 per hour, equivalent to $68k pro rata per annum, plus12% super.

Summary: The role of Station Manager at Radio 1RPH requires a dynamic individual who possesses a blend of excellent interpersonal and management skills. The ideal applicant will demonstrate a passion for fostering connections within the Canberra Region, driving the mission of the station forward, and ensuring that we remain a vital voice in the community. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact through effective management and collaboration.

Selection Criteria

The successful applicant will have experience in:

• Engaging with people.
• Working collaboratively, to build and sustain effective relationships.
• Working in a community organisation – Desirably, in community broadcasting, but if not, then the successful applicant will be required to undertake training.

We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate the following essential skills and attributes:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional organisational and Management skills.
• Ability to identify solutions and exercise sound judgement.
• Ability to represent Radio 1RPH at meetings with community groups and funding providers, including ability to travel to meetings outside Canberra.
• Proficiency with office information technology systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Ability to prioritise work and manage competing priorities.

Duties

Responsibilities of the position include:

·         Reporting to the President for daily operations.

·         Overseeing the Station’s compliance with broadcasting laws and laws relating to financial and human resources management of a non-profit organisation in the ACT.

·         Accountability for the preparation of grant applications and the administration and acquittal of grant funds.

·         Managing a mainly volunteer workforce.

·         Participate in Management Committee meetings, providing reports of achievement and highlighting areas needing attention.

·         Collaboration with a bookkeeper to manage accounts.

·         Overseeing maintenance of the condition of 1RPH studios and offices.

The successful applicant will be required to hold or apply to obtain a Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) card for employment in the ACT.

Please note that the studios and offices are located at Crace ACT, which is not served by public transport; hence, the successful applicant should have access to their own transport.

This position will have a performance agreement which shall be reviewed in the first 3 months of the contract.

For application submissions or further details, please:

·         Email: president@radio1rph.org.au, or

·         Address correspondence to: President, Radio 1RPH, 808 Barton Highway, Crace, ACT 2912

The deadline for applications is 5 pm on Friday 5 September 2025.

The ABC congratulates the recipients of the 2025 Bonner Committee scholarships, Bridget Caldwell-Bright and Peter Green.

The scholarships were announced at an Awards dinner last night at the conclusion of the 2025 Indigenous Staff Conference.

The scholarships honour the legacy of the late Neville Bonner AO and reinforces the ABC’s commitment to Indigenous representation, development, and inclusion. The scholarships are awarded to current ABC employees to enhance their skills and develop their careers.

Melbourne-based editorial advisor Bridget Caldwell-Bright has received the scholarship for leadership and Peter Green – a member of the Content Production Technology team in Perth – has received the development scholarship.

Bonner Committee Chair 2022-25 Dan Bourchier said: “The Bonner Scholarships are an important way of the Bonner Committee creating avenues for fellow Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander colleagues, with access to professional development, training, and educational opportunities that can accelerate career growth and leadership pathways. By investing in Indigenous talent, the scholarships aim to retain skilled staff and support their personal development and growth, and advancement into influential roles across the organisation.”

Bridget Caldwell-Bright – Leadership

Bridget is the editorial adviser to the ABC state and regional newsrooms and the primary editorial policy adviser for News on issues that relate to First Nations people.

As the recipient of the Bonner Committee leadership scholarship, she will take part in a short-term international exchange with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), with a focus on Editorial Standards to assist her professional development. Bridget will participate in an observational and knowledge exchange placement with the CBC Office of Editorial and Journalistic Standards, and the CBC Indigenous Unit.

Peter Green – Development 

Peter’s current role at the ABC in Perth is an assistant technologist, providing technical support to ensure broadcast and business continuity.

His development scholarship involves a placement in the content production engineering team, with a specific focus on developing DataMiner Skills. The scholarship will increase Peter’s hands-on experience, and technical knowledge.

Last night, Dan Bourchier also welcomed Solua Middleton as the incoming Bonner Committee Chair and new Head of First Nations Audio.

The ABC had 4 podcasts in the top 10 for the third consecutive month  according to the Triton Australian Podcast Ranker released today.

ABC News Top Stories was the second most listened to podcast in July and the most listened to news podcast in the list with 838,000 listeners, up 57,000 listeners from June. ABC News Daily also remained in the top 10 at number 8.

Mushroom Case Daily, Australia’s number 1 true crime podcast, continued to grip listeners throughout July placing it at number 4. 

Conversations, which is currently embarking on a 20^th anniversary live tour around Australia with presenters Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski, added an additional 14,000 listeners in July to hold its number 9 place.

Internationally award-winning ABC podcast Expanse landed at #45 with new season Nowhere Man attracting 157,000 listeners in July. In season five of Expanse, host Erin Parke investigates a young American man who goes missing in the Australian outback in 1995. The man appears to have plunged into the desert on purpose and seemingly doesn’t want to be found. The mystery kicks off a saga spanning three decades, two continents and a colourful cast of characters.  

ABC Kids podcasts also performed well in July. After releasing new episodes from late June, beloved family favourite Dino Dome is up 98 places to #185, making it the most popular podcast developed for children on the list. Science podcast for the young and curious Imagine This presented by Niraj Lal, also made an appearance at #205.

Audiences can enjoy all the ABC’s podcasts for free and ad free on ABC listen. 

The Australian Podcast Ranker is a regular monthly snapshot of Australia’s most popular podcasts. The Ranker has been reporting podcast listening in Australia since 2019 and includes a wide cross-section of Australian podcast publishers, from both radio and non-radio backgrounds.

The full Triton Australian Podcast Ranker can be found here.

The ABC is pleased to announce the appointment of Solua Middleton as Head of Indigenous Audio.

Solua is Chair of the Bonner Committee, where she played a key role in shaping the ABC’s Listen Loudly, Act Strongly anti-racism initiative. The Bonner Committee is the ABC’s primary advisory body on issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, content and communities. 

A proud Torres Strait Islander woman, Solua has over 25 years of experience in the media industry, including 15 years with the ABC where she is co-executive producer of ABC News Story Lab’s Deep Time project. She was previously co-executive producer of the ABC’s national project Right Wrongs, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1967 Referendum, an ABC radio and ABC Open producer and features writer. Earlier in her career, she was a journalist with The Koori Mail and NITV National News and founder and publisher of the Gold Coast Indigenous Newspaper Be Counted.

Solua Middleton: “I’m really excited to be joining the Audio division as their inaugural Head of Indigenous Audio and working with Ben Latimer and the division’s leadership team. I see a real potential to strengthen our connection and service to Indigenous audiences and explore new ideas to build on the highly respected work of our flagship programs Speaking Out and Awaye! I’ve been passionately telling Indigenous stories for several decades and am looking forward to continuing to amplify those stories for all Australians.”

In the newly created Head of Indigenous Audio role, Solua will collaborate with Indigenous communities, creators, and ABC teams to strengthen cultural representation, and ensure culturally appropriate editorial leadership across all content. She will also be responsible for expanding opportunities for Indigenous talent and championing First Nations voices, stories, and perspectives across ABC radio networks and on-demand audio platforms.

ABC Director Audio Ben Latimer: “This is a landmark appointment for the ABC Audio division and a vital step in strengthening our First Nations storytelling.  Solua is a tireless advocate and supporter of colleagues and the broader Indigenous community. She will play a key strategic and creative role leading the development and delivery of Indigenous content and partnerships across ABC Audio. We’re thrilled to welcome her to the team.”

Solua received the Henry Mayer Media Prize in 2005, a Clarion Award for the Aftermath project and Human Rights Media Awards for Right Wrongs, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1967 Referendum. She has also served on the Walkley Judging Board and recently completed the prestigious Dr John Yu Fellowship with the University of Sydney Business School.

Solua starts in the role on November 3.

Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA), in partnership with Triton Digital, has released the July results for the Australian Podcast Ranker. The Ranker is the country’s only official, third-party verified podcast measurement system, governed by a cross-industry Steering Committee and backed by strong collaboration across commercial, independent, and non-commercial publishers. It sets the benchmark for podcast data in Australia.

Lizzie Young, CEO of CRA said: “The Podcast Ranker goes beyond audience numbers to reveal the highly engaged, trusted niche communities shaping consumer decisions. This data gives brands the clarity to invest smarter, connect deeper, and cultivate brand loyalty with the demographics that matter most to their brands.”

Who’s Listening, What’s Trending?

Why are Health & Fitness podcast listeners your most profitable paradox? Demos+ data reveals an overlooked truth about Health & Fitness podcast listeners: while 48% actively pursue fitness interests, 62% visit quick service restaurants weekly. These listeners also dominate family food decisions as 81% are the primary grocery shopper and 88% grocery shop weekly. 

 With 80% aged 18-49 and 72% part of the 25-54 demo, these decision-makers represent a prime group of consumers with peak earning and spending capacity. Despite common perceptions about health enthusiasts, it’s clear these consumers purchase fruit and fast-food in equal measure. Smart brands will recognise this duality and utilise this genre audience as a direct line to both convenience-loving and health-conscious consumers.[i]  

Australian Podcast Ranker top five genres July 2025
Genre		Monthly Listeners
1	News	4,946,725
2	Society & Culture	4,162,282
3	Sports	3,760,539
4	True Crime	3,336,768
5	Comedy	2,844,546

Australian Podcast Ranker top five podcasts July 2025
Podcast		Producer	Monthly Listeners
1	Hamish & Andy	LiSTNR (SCA)	851,031
2	ABC News Top Stories	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	837,869
3	Mamamia Out Loud	Mamamia	537,250
4	Mushroom Case Daily	Australian Broadcasting Corporation	455,544
5	Sky News Australia Update	News Corp Australia	446,257

 Please note: access the complete datasets and interactive analytics are available here 

About the Australian Podcast Ranker

The Australian Podcast Ranker is a monthly snapshot of the top 300 podcasts listened to by Australians, and the top 300 Australian podcasts. The Australian Podcast Ranker is an industry initiative commissioned by CRA and published by Triton Digital. Results comply with IAB Podcast Measurement Technical Guidelines.

[i]Triton Digital Demos+ Australian Survey Data (Q4’23 – Q2’25). All percentages represent composition of each genre’s monthly P18+ podcast audience

The SBS Board of Directors has today confirmed it will appoint Jane Palfreyman, SBS Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer, as SBS Acting Managing Director, while it conducts a global search for a new Managing Director.

This arrangement follows the decision of James Taylor to step down from SBS after 13 years of service. He will remain with the organisation until November for a transition period, before taking up the role of Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director at oOh!media.

SBS Board Acting Chair, Christine Zeitz, said the interim appointment provides continuity of leadership and ensures an orderly transition until the next Managing Director is appointed.

Jane Palfreyman joined SBS in 2012 and has held senior positions across Sales and Marketing. In her current role, she leads SBS’s commercial strategy, brand and audience engagement, client partnerships and revenue growth. She brings more than two decades of experience in media and commercial leadership.

Her appointment as Acting Managing Director will take effect from 28 August 2025. The SBS Board has commenced an independent recruitment process to select the organisation’s next Managing Director.

The Role

Manage the local community radio station based in Orange NSW and serving local communities across The Central West. A full-time role working 38 hours a week. Some weekend and evening work required. The successful applicant must have the ability to obtain a Working With Children Check.

About Us

• Work from our studio in the beautiful city of Orange, to provide a community broadcast across the Central West.
• Orange Community Broadcasters Ltd. – FM107.5 – has operated a community radio licence to broadcast across Blayney, Cabonne and Orange Local Government Areas since 1998.
• We have recently received the funding to upgrade our broadcast equipment. You will be working in state-of-the-art digital studios. We can be heard across the Central West of NSW
• FM107.5, is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and a charity, managed by a Board of Directors and supported by members and presenters.
• Our volunteers, members, sponsors and listeners help shape the sound of the region and provide an independent voice for the whole of the community.
• For over 20 years we have broadcast in community languages to welcome people from diverse communities to the region.
• Demonstrated ability to meet strategic plan milestones and budget goals.
• High editorial judgement skills and ability to contribute to a broad spectrum of community program planning.

About you

• Previous experience in the community/commercial broadcasting sector.
• A demonstrated understanding of the role the community sector plays in the Australian media landscape.
• Proven track record of raising advertising/sponsorship revenue at community and/or commercial media level.
• Experience in management of the presentation and production of local radio programs, preferably with strong on-air presentation skills.
• Technical knowledge of broadcasting systems.
• Proven ability to lead and work effectively in a team of volunteers.

To chat about the opportunity call:

Indi Wood, Manager – Ph: 0421 154 426 or email secretary@fm1075.com.au using the subject line: Station Manager – Orange enquiry via EthicalJobs.

THE ORGANISATION

Orange Community Broadcasters Ltd. (OCB) – FM107.5 – operates a community radio license to broadcast across Blayney, Cabonne and Orange Local Government Areas and surrounding parts of the Central West of NSW. The studio is located upstairs above the Senior Citizens’ Hub in Orange and the transmitter is on Mount Canobolas (Gaanha-bula), both in Wiradjuri Country.

OCB is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and a charity, managed by a Board of Directors and supported by members and presenters. Our volunteers, members, sponsors and listeners help shape the sound of the region and provide an independent voice for the whole of the community.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The purpose of the Station Manager role is to manage operations and growth of the station and collaborate with the Board to achieve the strategic plan and to build the capacity of FM107.5 to ensure the long-term sustainability of the radio station, including the ongoing funding of this role.

To achieve this objective, the manager will be required to acquire sponsorship income, donations, gifts and grants.

Salary Package/Benefits

Minimum $35 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications of applicant) + 11.5% superannuation

Hours/Days

Minimum 38 hours per week. Some weekend and evening work is required for events, volunteer support and meetings. Flexible to work additional hours to deliver projects funded by grants.

Additional Terms of Employment

• Must have a driver’s license
• Able to work after normal business hours
• Must have a Working with Children Check, or the ability to obtain one.

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