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Nine has today confirmed a sub-licensing agreement that will allow the ABC Local Radio network to broadcast the 2024 Paris Olympic Games to listeners on 891 ABC Adelaide, 105.7 ABC Darwin, 936 ABC Hobart, 666 ABC Canberra and DAB+ channels in those markets, as well as local ABC radio stations across regional, rural and remote Australia.

As Australia’s Home of the Olympics and Paralympics, Nine will deliver unparalleled coverage of the 2024 Summer Games across its television, audio, and publishing platforms, including exclusive commentary and coverage of every moment of action on its talk radio stations and streaming platforms Sydney’s 2GB, Melbourne’s 3AW, Brisbane’s 4BC and Perth’s 6PR.

The deal between Nine and the ABC will extend the radio coverage (AM/FM and DAB+) of the Olympic Games to ensure every Australian can access live broadcasts of our most loved athletes competing on the world stage, and help unite the country around these spectacular sporting moments.

Under the deal, the ABC Local Radio network will bring its listeners the excitement from the Olympic Games using its own expert commentary.

Coverage will include every Australian gold medal chance, Opening, Closing and Victory Ceremonies; highlights programs, updates of key events, and general replay coverage; and comprehensive coverage during regularly scheduled news programming. In addition, Nine will provide ABC Local Radio with access to its exclusive live, on the ground television and radio commentary and interviews, as well as those of the IOC.

All broadcast coverage by the ABC will acknowledge Nine as the Home of the Olympics during licensed broadcasts, as well as in any promotional material.

Managing Director of Nine Radio, Tom Malone said: “Nine’s talk radio stations have a long history of collaborating with the ABC for Olympic broadcasts. This agreement augments our distribution and commercial strategy in our local markets, ensuring all Australians can access the Olympic Games through their local ABC radio station in regional, rural and remote areas.”

ABC Managing Director, David Anderson said: “The spirit of the Olympic Games is about uniting and inspiring people, and I am delighted to provide audiences with access to such an important global event. Regional, rural and remote areas of Australia are home to many past, present and aspiring Australian athletes, and all should have the opportunity to support and be inspired by those at the Olympic Games.

“I look forward to working with Nine to bring the excitement of the games to audiences around the country.”

Audiences can watch the full coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on the Nine Network, with full detail of Nine’s comprehensive coverage available here.

The Opportunity:

Combine your passion for radio with your people, management and financial skills to anchor this next exciting step in your career.

Lead the team and business growth of CROW FM 90.7 as the General Manager with this adaptable full-time opportunity in the South Burnett where the position will be developed around your special strengths and experience.

A position that will be of interest to applicants with extensive radio industry experience wanting to step up OR from applicants with proven business management experience willing to undertake the steep learning curve of a new industry.

The Benefits:

Some of the benefits of the opportunity include:

• A full-time opportunity.
• Autonomous role.
• An above Award salary package consistent with the qualifications, skills and experience offered.
• Company vehicle.
• Mobile phone.
• The security of working with a local, highly trusted independent community radio station that has been servicing its South Burnett clients and listeners for over 25 years.

The Employer:

CROW FM 90.7 is an independent community radio station known for playing Burnett’s Best Music Mix and situated in the heart of the South Burnett.

Based in Wondai, CROW FM 90.7 broadcasts on FM frequencies 90.7 across most areas and 96.5 at Tarong and Meandu Mine while their live streaming service extends their reach worldwide.

The Duties:

The duties, while diverse and tailored to best use the qualifications, skills, and experience of the successful applicant, may include

• Financial management to drive revenue targets, budgets and profitability.
• Day-to-day operational management, including a team of 4 full-time and 2 part-time staff.
• Sponsorship contract negotiation with clients and business partners.
• Effective promotional strategies to enhance listenership and attract sponsors.
• Management of client relationships.
• Hands-on support of on-air, sponsorship, traffic, administration and accounts staff and processes to ensure harmonious business performance and growth.
• Involvement in community networking opportunities to build and maintain relationships with local business and community leaders.
• Active support of national sponsorship initiatives to increase revenue share.
• Prioritisation of tasks to ensure seamless completion of daily operations with a focus on long-term strategic goals.
• Fostering a positive work environment and team culture.
• Management of programme direction and content selection to engage and grow audiences.
• Maintain a safe work environment.

 

The Requirements:

While the position will be adapted to make best use of the experience and skills of the successful applicant, the following is a guide to what will be required to succeed in the role:

• The ability to work autonomously.
• A strong and consistent focus on solutions.
• The ability to lead a team and develop a strong team culture.
• A passion for community and community events.
• Proven computer literacy.

Although not essential, preference will be shown to applicants also able to offer any of the following:

• Experience with radio broadcasting, equipment, studios, production, operational processes, sponsorships or technical standards.
• An understanding of the media landscape encompassing audio, visual, digital and other local market competitors.
• Financial, business and people management skills.
• Knowledge of industry legislation.
• Relevant business qualifications.

 

How to Apply:

Applications should include a current resume and be submitted here.

Enquiries:

Enquiries may be directed to Employment Matters by calling Edson on 0416 725 389 or Bob on 0429 000 139.

wiray ngiyang, wiray mayiny – No language, no people.

Ahead of NAIDOC Week 2024, NITV Radio has released a new podcast, Ngiyang, which tells the story of how the Wiradyuri language is being reclaimed by the people of central NSW and celebrates Indigenous perspectives.

Continuing NITV Radio’s proud tradition of championing First Nations stories, knowledges, cultures and voices, Ngiyang gives multicultural and multilingual audiences a glimpse into the journey of reclaiming and reviving the Wiradyuri language as well as the triumphs of teaching and learning Wiradyuri.

As part of SBS’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), NITV Radio will expand content in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages and promote language growth through its podcast content.

Hosted by Lowanna Grant, NITV Radio Executive Producer, the new podcast features Wiradyuri language pioneer, Uncle Stan Grant Senior, along with language teachers and learners, speaking their language and how this has enriched their lives as Wiradyuri people.

An insightful and personal look into the importance of First Nations languages, Uncle Stan Grant Senior tells how his grandfather Wilfred Johnson taught him Wiradyuri language as a child and instructed him to keep the language alive.

Host Lowanna Grant is the granddaughter of Uncle Stan Grant Senior and also studied Wiradyuri language herself: “I’m thrilled to share the stories in Ngiyang with all Australians because it records a part of our history – the reclamation and revival of Wiradjuri language.

“Ngiyang celebrates what our Elders have achieved and what is being done to secure language and culture for the next generation of Wiradyuri people.

“These are stories close to my heart, and it’s been a privilege to record my pop telling his story in his own words as well as speak to other Wiradyuri people about their language journey, and hopefully help more Australians connect meaningfully with the longest continuous culture on the planet.”

The experiences of guests are told in first-person and share how Wiradyuri language is being revitalised and how Wiradyuri people are being empowered through reclaiming their language.

Each guest on the podcast shares how they learned the language, including members of Uncle Stan Grant Senior’s family who were instrumental to the restoration of the Wiradyuri language and the development of the first Wiradyuri language dictionary.

Teachers, students and artists share their favourite word or phrase in Wiradyuri as well as how they are passing on the knowledge they have obtained, what it means to speak in language and how it has enriched their lives as Wiradyuri people.

Ngiyang is available on the SBS Audio App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LiSTNR and wherever you stream podcasts.

The ABC is celebrating NAIDOC week with an extensive collection of special content across all platforms headlined by the LIVE broadcast of the 2024 NAIDOC Awards from Tarndanya (Adelaide) from 7.30pm (AEST) on Saturday.

NAIDOC Week 2024 will be held across the country from July 7-14, with the theme this year of Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud.

Led by ABC Indigenous, the ABC will showcase Indigenous storytelling across its screen, audio and digital platforms, including the launch of series four of Big J & Little Cuz. Featuring the voices of Deborah Mailman, Miranda Tapsell and Mark Coles Smith, season four also mark’s the show’s 50^th episode.

Head ABC Indigenous Kelrick Martin said the ABC is continuing its tradition of celebrating NAIDOC with high-quality content offerings across the entire ABC.

“The ABC is proud to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2024, with a variety of compelling, entertaining content for all Australians. During NAIDOC Week, and every week throughout the year, we recognise and uplift First Nations stories from around the country, and champion our incredibly talented Indigenous content creators and presenters,” he said.

As the Official Broadcast and Education Partner for NAIDOC week, the ABC will telecast the NAIDOC Awards on Saturday night hosted by Total Control star Rob Collins, 10 News First presenter Narelda Jacobs, and comedian Steph Tisdell.  MTV and ARIA award-winning musician Jess Mauboy will headline the night’s entertainment and the ceremony will be streamed on ABC iview and simulcast on NITV.

ABC iview will feature a NAIDOC Week collection featuring Indigenous programs curated for audiences, including the NAIDOC Awards, BlakBall, Black comedy, Preppers, looking Black and First Weapons.

The ABC TV premiere of The Last Daughter follows the NAIDOC Awards. The acclaimed documentary tells the story of one woman’s mission to unearth the truth about her past and to reconcile the two sides of her family.

There will also be a live simulcast of the NAIDOC Awards on Saturday night on ABC local radio introduced by Christine Anu.

Conversations with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski on Radio National features a week of first nations interviews and storytelling from July 8, with guests including Ken Wyatt, Tony Armstrong and John Paterson. On Saturday, Awaye! is celebrating the extraordinary life and work of Aunty Dulcie Flower while Double J has a special Take 5 with Zan Rowe on Sunday July 12th featuring First Nations hip hop artist DOBBY.

The ABC Indigenous Youtube playlist will feature all our latest social updates and stories this NAIDOC Week.

Content highlights across the ABC this NAIDOC Week

Broadcast
Rage: Join First Nations hip-hop supergroup 3% as they play their favourite music videos this NAIDOC Week on rage on Saturday from 10:30am and midnight on ABC TV.

The Last Daughter: Premiering on ABC TV on Saturday after the NAIDOC Awards, The Last Daughter is a documentary about Brenda’s journey to unearth the truth about her past, and to reconcile the two sides of her family. Brenda’s first memories were of growing up in a loving white foster family, before she was suddenly taken away and returned to her Aboriginal family. Decades later, she feels disconnected from both halves of her life.

Big J & Little Cuz Season 4 – ABC Kids: Launching on Monday on ABC Kids, ABC iview and NITV, Big J and Little Cuz draws on stories from First Nations writers all over Australia and features the voices of Deborah Mailman (Big Cuz), Miranda Tapsell (Little J) , Aaron Fa’Aoso (Old Dog), Ursula Yovich (Nanna and Levi), Shari Sebbens (Sissy & B Boy), Mark Coles Smith (Uncle Mick), Renee Lim (Ms Chen), Miah Madden (Monti), Shakira Clanton (Mirra & Kirra), Katie Beckett (George & Jacko) and Kylie Bracknell (Ally).  This season marks 50 episodes of Little J & Big Cuz.

ABC iview Collection: Popular Indigenous programs curated for audiences including the 2024 NAIDOC Awards, BlakBall, Black comedy, Preppers, looking Black and First Weapons.

Radio

Local radio:  ‌‌On Saturday, the NAIDOC Awards introduced by Christine Anu will be simulcast live on digital radio platforms from 7.30pm AEST.

‌triple j: Proud Yuin & Thunghutti man, Nooky has two Blak Out specials, the first alongside guest co-host Zipporah on Sunday from 5pm – 7pm.

Unearthed: triple j Unearthed has 24-hours of First Nations music on Sunday and the following week on Saturday 13 July. Listen to triple j Unearthed on DAB+, stream online or via the triple j app.

Double J:  Artist in Residence has a First Nations special featuring Radical Son, Andrew Gurruwiwi and more on Sunday while on July 12^thTake 5 with Zan Rowe features DOBBY.

RN:  Conversations with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski features a week of first nations interviews and storytelling from Monday, with guests including Ken Wyatt, Tony Armstrong and John Paterson.

Country  

Saturday Night Country will be hosted by proud Wonnarua woman and country music heroine Kirsty Lee Akers. Akers is one of Australia’s most unique and authentic recording artists and a rare talent who is proud of her First Nations heritage. In the spirit of the 2024 NAIDOC Week theme, Kirsty will Keep The Fire Burning by selecting some of her favourite songs and stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders, including Archie Roach, Ruby Hunter, Roger Knox, Kevin Bennett and The Flood. Plus emerging voices such as Loren Ryan, Mikhail Laxton, Nathan May and Madi Colville-Walker, as well as contemporary stars such as Troy Cassar-Daley and Emma Donovan.

You can listen to Saturday Night Country with Kristy Lee Akers, on ABC Country and ABC Radio across Australia, as well as the ABC listen app.

Capital city AEST broadcast times:

• 9pm on ABC Radio, ABC Radio Sydney, ABC Brisbane, ABC Radio Melbourne, ABC Radio Canberra and ABC Country
• 8:30pm on ABC Adelaide and ABC Darwin
• 7pm on ABC Perth

ABC Classic: ABC Classic features Dan Sultan and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra on July 12th from 7:30pm live from Hamer Hall.

Awaye: On Saturday, ABC RN Awaye! is celebrating the extraordinary life and work of Aunty Dulcie Flower AM ahead of the National NAIDOC Awards. Plus, Mununjali writer Ellen van Neervan, discusses their debut work: ‘Swim’.

Kids listen: On Monday join Rudi to listen to stories from the Dreaming on Little Yarns.

Digital

Ken Wyatt: Australia’s first Indigenous frontbencher in Federal Parliament, Ken Wyatt grew up in a family subjected to dispossession, racism and discrimination. To mark the start of NAIDOC Week, Ken tells ABC Conversations about his early years, the teacher who made a difference, and his most proud moments in politics.

Remember Destiny Deacon: Trailblazing Indigenous artist Destiny Deacon died in May this year. We bring together the many interviews she’s done with the ABC over the years to offer a tribute to this influential woman.

Jimmy Little’s Messenger: More than 40 years into his career, Australian music legend Jimmy Little proved his skill for interpreting songs and stories was as rich as ever on his album Messenger.

Travelling to the Torres Strait to see Waru: An account from Rudi Brenner, about when she watched a special community performance of the show Waru, the journey of the small turtle, by Bangarra Dance Theatre. The show is touring through Queensland, NSW, Victoria and the ACT.

Songs that light the fire inside DOBBY: DOBBY discussed his new album and five tracks from First Nations artists that light a fire inside of him.

ABC News multi-platform

On Friday, ABC News will have a cross-platform NAIDOC Week preview that explores the question: What does it mean to be ‘blak, loud and proud?’ That’s the theme of this year’s NAIDOC week, the first major national celebration of First Nations’ culture and excellence since last year’s referendum vote.

More

Additional news, and insights about NAIDOC Week and broader issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be available across the week on ABC News, ABC TV and ABC Radio, as part of the ABC’s ongoing commitment to telling and sharing Indigenous stories.

Port Macquarie, get ready. Starting Wednesday, 17 July, Breakfast with Sarge will take over Triple M on the Mid North Coast.

George ‘Sarge’ Sargent, with more than three years experience as a workday announcer on the Hit Network, brings his vibrant energy and love for footy, fun, and local stories to the Mid North Coast.

Sarge’s undeniable talent has earned him nominations in the prestigious Australian Commercial Radio Awards, Australian Podcast Awards, and Mediaweek’s ‘Next of the Best’. Outside of radio, you’ll likely find Sarge enjoying a coffee at the beach, planning the perfect camping trip, or cheering for his beloved South Sydney Rabbitohs.

Sarge is eager to share the incredible stories across the Mid North Coast and describing himself as a “redheaded hubby that makes people feel bubbly”, he’s sure to endear himself to Triple M listeners quickly. Sarge is excited to bring his infectious charm to Port Macquarie’s airwaves and join the community.

Sarge said: “I love the coast and the country, so the opportunity to start Port Macquarie’s day with great music, laughs, and good chats with local legends is unreal. I can’t wait to get to know Triple M’s awesome listeners.”

Port Macquarie Content Director, Dane McGuirk, added: “We’re thrilled to have Sarge join us on the Mid North Coast. He’s one of radio’s best-rising talents, and with his wit, charm, and humour, Port Macquarie will soon see why we’re so excited about Breakfast with Sarge!”

Start your day with the perfect tune: listen to Breakfast with Sarge on Mid North Coast’s 100.7 and 106.7 Triple M or on LiSTNR from Wednesday, 17 July.

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, 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.

Marty Sheargold and Triple M today confirmed that Sheargold has decided to step down from the 105.1 Triple M Melbourne Breakfast shift, however he remains an important member of the Triple M and LiSTNR family. Sheargold has scaled back from the Breakfast shift, as he continues to balance his many commitments including his stand-up comedy and appearing on some of Australia’s favourite TV programs including the up-coming new season of critically acclaimed Fisk.

Reflecting on his decision, Sheargold said: “Taking an extended break at the end of last year has reinforced the importance of spending more quality time with my family. As a result, I have made the decision to prioritise self-care, maintaining a better work/life balance and will not be returning to my Triple M Breakfast show.

“However, I will continue The Marty Sheargold Show podcast, along with the 3-4pm national Triple M show. I want to thank my immediate team and the network for their ongoing support and understanding. And I’d also like to thank the listeners for their loyalty to both the show and the station. Like them, I remain a Triple M fan.”

SCA Chief Content Officer, Dave Cameron, said: “SCA supports Marty’s decision to rebalance his personal and work commitments, and we’d like to thank Marty and his team for creating a unique and hilarious Breakfast show for Melbourne since 2021. It is exciting however that our listeners will continue to hear Marty alongside his current team of Troy Ellis, Loren Barry and Will Ralston across both the Triple M network as a national Afternoon radio show and on his fan-favourite daily podcast on LiSTNR, which regularly ranks prominently on the Australian Podcast Ranker.”

The Marty Sheargold Show will continue to be heard around the country, Monday to Friday from 3-4pm on the Triple M network from mid-July, and on LiSTNR as a daily podcast.

Details of the new 105.1 Triple M Melbourne Breakfast show will be announced in due course.

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 Mick Molloy, Marty Sheargold, 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.

Australia’s leading spectrum management conference, RadComms, returns in October.

Building on the success of our last conference in 2022, RadComms 2024: Strengthening today, empowering tomorrow explores spectrum’s contribution to a connected Australia and our digital economy.

Join government and industry specialists, analysts, researchers, journalists and delegates interested in spectrum developments and innovation over 2 days of guest speakers, expert opinions, networking and discovery.

When: 24 & 25 October 2024
Where: Park Hyatt Melbourne

Registrations open in August.

We look forward to seeing you in October.