ARN is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Campbell as Director – Digital Strategy, Data and Digital Ventures.          

Ben is one of Australia’s most experienced digital leaders. He joins ARN Media with an outstanding record of delivering large-scale commercial transformation programs. With over 20 years of digital advertising experience in Australia and the UK he has a proven track record of leading specialist teams to create market-leading digital data and ad products for brands to drive growth.

In his role as Director – Digital Strategy, Data and Digital Ventures, Ben will have responsibility for the ARN digital strategy, data strategy and data partnerships, digital advertising product development, Ad. Tech, and the development of a digital centre of excellence.

Ben will also have responsibility for leading the newly created Digital Ventures team responsible for rapid acceleration into new and emerging markets including the accelerated implementation of the iHeartRadio commercial strategy.

Prior to joining ARN, Ben was the Director – Data and Digital Advertising Products at Nine Entertainment Co., where he developed and implemented the commercial data strategy, implemented a fully integrated Ad. Tech stack, and created a Centre of Digital Excellence which contributed to record digital revenues. He also launched 9Ad Manager, the first self-serve advertising platform for streaming video in partnership with leading international partners. Most recently, Ben was at oOH! Media where he was the Director of Data, Product and Technology, responsible for the development and implementation of their retail media platform.

Michael Stephenson, Chief Operating Officer of ARN, said, “Ben is in a league of his own. His deep understanding of the digital landscape and his experience in driving digital transformation in large media organisations is without peer. We have a massive opportunity in front of us. The digital audio market is growing at almost 40%, we reach ten million people every month, our long-term partnership with iHeart and our market-leading podcast network creates enormous opportunity for brands and for our company. Ben is the best in the business, we have the best assets, and we have big plans.”

Ben Campbell said, “Digital audio is the fastest growing segment in media and ARN is the market leader. We have a large first-party database, a long-term partnership with iHeart and the leading podcast network in the country. There is opportunity for growth everywhere, I’m looking forward to working with Rich and Michael again and I can’t wait to get started.”

Ben will commence his role on June 2.

The Community Radio Broadcasting Codes of Practice (2025) are now available and will take effect from 1 July 2025. Developed by the community broadcasting sector in consultation with the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), the Codes reflect our collective commitment to high standards and strong community representation.

The Codes cover essential areas of practice such as governance, diversity, emergency broadcasting, sponsorship, news and journalistic content, and First Nations engagement.

All stations, regardless of CBAA membership status or their governing principles, are obligated to understand and follow the Codes of Practice.

Until 1 July 2025 your stations follow the current Codes, which can be found here.

From 1 July onward follow the Community Radio Broadcasting Codes of Practice (2025), which can be found here. Use the time from now until 1 July to familiarise yourself and your team with the Codes using the resources listed here.

RESOURCES FOR STATIONS

Download the Codes 

Visit the Codes landing page to download the full document in both PDF and accessible Word Document formats. You can also access a summary video, supporting documents, and station guidance.

Online learning 

The CBAA has launched a free, self-paced course to support volunteers, presenters, board members and station managers in understanding their obligations under the Codes and how they apply to daily operations. It only takes 20-30 minutes to complete and there is a certificate upon completion. 

Start learning at: https://learning.cbaa.org.au/courses/codes-of-practice

Printed copies 

Each licensed community radio station will receive three printed copies of the Codes. If your station has not received copies by July or you require extras, email support@cbaa.org.au.

Printable poster template 

A poster is available to print for your station, to help inform your staff, volunteers and guests about where to find the Codes.

National broadcaster SBS has had its carbon reduction trajectory, both near-term and long-term Net Zero targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) assesses corporate modelling and targets aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change. The SBTi is the world’s leading authority in this area, providing guidance and tools that help companies set targets that align with the latest climate science and the Paris Agreement.

“We are immensely proud that our near-term and Net Zero target has been validated by the SBTi,” said James Taylor, Managing Director of SBS. “As I have said before, this is an area SBS can and should lead in. We are an organisation that sits at the intersection of both public and commercial media and our commitment to more sustainable practices helps pave a way for others in the industry.”

“Climate science is clear: rapid and deep emissions cuts are essential if we are to achieve global Net Zero,” said Susan Jenny Ehr, Interim Chief Executive Officer of the Science Based Targets initiative. “Today, the Special Broadcasting Service steps up, joining the growing list of companies cutting emissions across their entire value chain in line with science, and actively contributing to limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.”

In 2023, SBS took a clear leadership position within the Australian media and became the first broadcaster to set an ambitious pathway towards Net Zero on all its emissions – both direct emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and supplier emissions (Scope 3). It also became the first media organisation to begin carbon measurement using Sustainable Screens Australia’s albert Toolkit to measure and reduce emissions for production.

Last year SBS also confirmed it had moved to a 10-year renewable energy power purchase agreement making it Australia’s first 100 per cent renewable media organisation.

SBS Head of Sustainability Abigail Thomas noted SBTi’s Target Validation Team has classified SBS’s Scope 1, 2 and 3 near-term target of a 42 per cent reduction in emissions from the FY22 base year by 2030 as in line with the current science.

SBTi also evaluated SBS’s Scope 1, 2, and 3 long-term target of reaching Net Zero by 2045, and commended SBS for selecting the most ambitious designation available through the SBTi process, confirming that this target is aligned to the 1.5 degrees Celsius mitigation pathway.

“We are very pleased that SBTi, the leading global organisation in this space, has validated our modelling and confirmed that it is in line with the latest science,” said Thomas. “We have already taken substantial steps to reduce our carbon footprint – however the work on achieving Net Zero continues and will be a strategic priority for many years to come as we work towards our 2045 target.”

SBS Media also recently launched its inaugural Sustainability Challenge pushing brands and advertising agencies to do more to normalise sustainable behaviour and better environmental consumer practices in their advertising. The challenge has offered $500,000 in advertising inventory for the best TV creative idea.

Golf fans across Australia won’t miss a swing as Nine’s radio network brings The Masters live to listeners via dedicated pop-up streaming channels on the 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR apps.

Beginning this afternoon in Caboolture, his aim is to talk to as many constituents and candidates as possible this week, to see what voters and Nine Radio is offering comprehensive live audio coverage of one of golf’s most iconic tournaments, broadcasting directly from Augusta National. The exclusive Masters Radio stream will capture every drive, putt, and leaderboard twist, delivering the full atmosphere and drama of the tournament straight to mobile phones across the country.

Available through dedicated pop-up channels on each app, this special broadcast combines expert commentary, real-time insights, and the unmistakable sound of The Masters. Whether you’re at home, commuting, or winding down for the night, golf fans can stay connected to every moment of the four-day tournament. Drift off to the sound of late-night action, then pick up right where you left off on your morning drive, as the leaders make their way up the 18th.

Leading the coverage is acclaimed broadcaster Mike Tirico, returning as lead play-by-play voice across all four rounds. He’ll be joined by lead analyst Steve Melnyk, the 1971 Masters low amateur and five-time Masters competitor.

On-course commentary will be delivered by:

• John Maginnes – Hole 2 and Amen Corner (11, 12, 13)
• Brian Katrek – Holes 5, 15, and 16
• Maureen Madill – Holes 8 and 17
• Johnson Wagner – Holes 4, 13, and 14

To tune in, download the 2GB, 3AW, 4BC, or 6PR app and stream the dedicated Masters Radio channel.

The Digital Resources & Project Coordinator reports directly to the Station Manager and is responsible for maintaining and developing ICTV resources (including ICTV Play) and implementing projects. This role works across departments providing ‘digital’ specific support for ICTV, including for ICTV resources.

For 2024-25 and 2025-26 the priority will be delivering the Audience Survey, the public launch of the ICTV Play app and ongoing development and improvements to ICTV’s digital resources.

Internal Award Level 3 Band A FTE $80,613 – $92,595 per annum, plus superannuation. Part-time (.6), Mparntwe/Alice Springs. Salary will be pro-rated accordingly to 60%.

See the Position Description for more information about the role and how to apply.