• Lead 3ZZZ Melbourne, Australia’s largest ethnic community radio
• Seeking candidates from commercial or community broadcasting or related sectors
• Permanent role | Brunswick, Melbourne

The Organisation

The Ethnic Community Broadcasting Association of Victoria (ECBAV), operates 3ZZZ which has grown to be the largest ethnic community radio station in Australia, giving voice to ethnic communities broadcasting in their own languages. The FM signal is heard across the Melbourne metropolitan area, and around Australia and internationally through internet broadcasting.

Broadcasting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 3ZZZ has an estimated 400,000 listeners. Program content is delivered in 60 languages providing a voice for more than 50 ethnic groups. Key to this is the active involvement of more than 400 volunteers working alongside a skilled staff of technical specialists. ECBAV is a non-profit member-owned organisation which is financially supported by a range of government grants, sponsorships, donations and special fundraising events.

The Role

Working closely with and reporting to the Council through the President, you will join 3ZZZ at a pivotal time of consolidation and growth. The Station Manager provides leadership and direction for the staff and ensures the efficient and smooth running of the station. A vital part of your role will be to create a supportive, collaborative and rewarding environment for staff and volunteers.

You will be responsible for leading a review of the organisational strategy, and for the development and achievement of operational plans derived from the strategy.

Role accountabilities are set in the areas of:

• Strategic alignment, planning and execution
• Staff and volunteer management and development
• Financial management, compliance, policies and operations
• Revenue generation and partnerships

Skills Required

You’re a proven leader and manager ideally with experience gained in commercial or community broadcasting or in a related multicultural sector. You demonstrate a high degree of emotional intelligence with collaboration, networking and relationship development abilities. In addition, you have the people skills to work with diverse ethnic groups, committed volunteers and technically capable staff for the benefit of all 3ZZZ’s stakeholders.

You will demonstrate:

• A willingness to support multicultural, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities
• Success in leadership, team management and people development
• Excellent business acumen including an understanding of commercial realities and risk
• Experience working with compliance and reporting frameworks
• Exhibit strong teamwork and partnership development skills

If you’re committed to enabling ethnic groups to maintain a vital link to their language, culture, news, information, and entertainment, then apply by submitting your cover letter responding to the skills required above along with your resume quoting ref 1359557. Alternatively phone Mike Hurdle on 03 8080 8978 to have a candidate information pack emailed to you.

Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go ahead and apply.

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Nine’s audio division has finalised its national commercial leadership team, marking a pivotal step as the sales function transitions to a new strategic model to bolster Nine Audio’s market presence and capitalise on growing audio consumption.

Following the recent announcement of Amanda Unwin as Sydney Sales Director, Nine Audio is pleased to confirm the appointment of several highly experienced sales and operational executives to lead its refreshed market approach:

• Christine Lester will join as Melbourne Sales Director in mid-August. Christine brings extensive experience from SCA, where she led Independent and Direct teams since 2018, and previously held senior sales roles at ACP, demonstrating exceptional knowledge of the Melbourne client base.
• Michael Graham will also join in mid-August as Brisbane Sales Director. Moving from his commercial leadership role at Car Expert, Michael previously held senior leadership positions at SCA, ARN, and Nova in the Brisbane market, positioning him to significantly enhance Nine Audio’s local team.
• Noel Quick, currently a Group Business Director at Nine Perth, assumed the role of Sales Director for Nine Audio on July 1. A long-standing senior leader in the Perth market, Noel brings extensive experience from his time leading SCA in the region. He will continue his GBD responsibilities across the broader Nine group until September 30, when he transitions to full-time as Sales Director Nine Audio.
• Jonathon Mandel has been appointed National Head of Digital Sales, joining from independent digital agency Bolster, where he served as Head of Media. Prior to Bolster, Mandel was Head of Digital Product and Operations for LiSTNR. He will be instrumental in driving revenue outcomes for Nine Audio’s digital audio product from September 29.
• Rick Lenarcic, currently National Head of Direct Sales, will transition into the role of Head of Sales Operations. Over the past six months, Rick successfully refreshed the national direct sales approach and in his new capacity, he will oversee the Traffic, Commerce, Research, Engineering/Technology, and Syndication teams across the Radio business. Rick brings over 30 years of media experience, including roles as COO of Grant Broadcasters/ARN Regional and Head of Regional Media SCA.
• Chris Gregson will lead the Powered Audio team, integrating with the existing creative assets of the Nine Radio business to form a formidable creative services group for the market.
• Brian Gallagher, Nine Audio Commercial Director, said: “It is an absolute privilege to have attracted executives of this caliber to lead the commercial teams at Nine Radio. As the team progressively onboards over the next couple of months, we will see a new level of competitiveness emerging from our commercial teams across the country. With radio listening continuing to deliver great reach and digital audio audiences growing strongly, our integrated sales approach, led by the industry’s best, positions us to capture great growth in the year ahead.”

NOVA Secures Exclusive Content and Creator Partnership with Steven Barlett’s FlightStory

NOVA Entertainment announced today an exclusive Australian partnership with FlightStory, home to the fastest growing podcast brand in the world, The Diary of a CEO.

Founded by one of the world’s most influential voices, Steven Bartlett, FlightStory has selected NOVA Entertainment as its exclusive Australian brand partner, with all podcasts and presenters within the FlightStory portfolio now accessible to Australian advertisers through NOVA.

The Diary of a CEO is the world’s second-biggest interview podcast, with 25 million followers, over 11 million YouTube subscribers, and achieving over one billion streams and 60 million monthly listens globally. It is the flagship podcast of FlightStory, the media and investment company dedicated to elevating stories, building communities, and supporting creators that inspire a happier, healthier humanity.

Hosted by Bartlett, an entrepreneur, speaker, investor and best-selling author whose influence transcends genres, The Diary of a CEO features groundbreaking, unfiltered conversations with some of the world’s most influential people including Michelle Obama, Simon Cowell, Trevor Noah, and Jimmy Fallon. The podcast’s raw, long-form format meets the growing demand for meaningful content and has resonated with millions seeking depth.

In addition to The Diary of a CEO, FlightStory brings together a selection of podcast titles and creators identified via their proprietary data science platform, FlightRadar, including broadcaster Davina McCall, relationship expert Paul C. Brunson and human performance scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes, all of whom are now available to Australian advertisers exclusively through NOVA.

This strategic partnership is the first of its kind for Bartlett, following a rigorous Australian pitch process in the search for a regional partner as FlightStory independently scales in remaining global advertising operations.

Said Bartlett, “We’ve chosen NOVA Entertainment as our exclusive representation in the Australian market because we feel deeply aligned. And I say that in many respects. We share a commitment to independent ownership, creative innovation, a collaborative mindset, and the belief that this partnership will make one plus one equal three.

“Over the next few decades, we’re building one of the most important media companies in the world. And to go far, we know we must go together with strategic partners like NOVA, who share our belief in the power of podcasting.

“We’re incredibly excited to work with Australia’s most impactful brands. At FlightStory, brand partnerships aren’t transactional, they’re about shared growth. NOVA uniquely shares that philosophy. This partnership creates an unparalleled opportunity for brands to deliver positive influence at scale – unlike anything that currently exists in the Australian market. So, let’s open the conversation.”

NOVA Entertainment’s Chief Executive Officer, Peter Charlton said, “This is a huge win for NOVA. Steven and the entire FlightStory team are truly world class, as is the content they create. I’m incredibly proud they’ve chosen us to help grow their presence in Australia and firmly believe they’re in the right hands.

“Our partnership reflects how we see podcasting evolving in this country across content, distribution, and how brands can meaningfully work with creators. The team is eager to get started, and as a long-time The Diary of a CEO listener myself, I’m excited for more Australians to be a part of these groundbreaking conversations that stay with you long after you listen.”

Christiana Brenton, Chief Revenue Officer at FlightStory said, “NOVA’s pitch stood out in every way, anchored in creative bravery, a commitment to innovation, and a deep empathy for the advertiser experience. This was particularly evident in their world class branded content division, CREATE. Their shared values of independence, 1% mindset and pursuit of excellence align seamlessly with our values at FlightStory. We’re especially excited to test a new model of strategic distribution, with our titles promoted across NOVA’s owned, earned, and paid ecosystem, maximising impact for both our audiences and Australian advertising partners.”

Kate Murphy, NOVA Entertainment’s National Commercial Strategy Director, CREATE said, “Our partnership with FlightStory exemplifies the very best of what NOVA are capable of unlocking for advertisers. Steven is undoubtedly one of the most discerning brand builders in the world. For that to be the calibre of partner we can attract is testament to the level of talent, creativity and ambition in our business. I’m very proud that we will be the ones to bring this incredible commercial opportunity to the Australian marketplace.”

FlightStory is led by Bartlett, alongside co-founders Georgie Holt as CEO and CRO Christiana Brenton, with a mission to inspire everyone, everywhere, to lead more fulfilling lives, one conversation at a time. Four original podcasts have so far been launched by FlightStory, with more signing in development, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to purposeful storytelling.

Read more: https://www.mi-3.com.au/14-07-2025/nova-lands-australian-rights-steven-bartletts-diary-ceo

ARN announced today it has teamed up with Mi3 as its official audio partner. Under the agreement, ARN’s iHeart will produce, create, and distribute all Mi3’s podcasts, expanding the reach of Mi3’s trusted industry content through Australia’s leading audio platform.

The partnership marks the beginning of a deeper collaboration, bringing together Australia’s #1 podcast publisher and the country’s most influential industry trade media brand to connect with senior marketers, agency leaders and tech decision-makers at scale.

Mi3 is Australia’s go-to destination for in-depth journalism and insight across marketing, media, and technology. The Mi3 Audio Edition podcast – hosted weekly by expert industry journalist and Executive Editor Paul McIntyre – is a trusted source for business leaders, offering sharp analysis on the developments that matter most.

iHeart is Australia’s leading podcast publisher, with over three million registered users, 7.6 million monthly listeners and nearly 24 million downloads every month.

Using iHeart’s state-of-the-art production studios and its global distribution network, Mi3’s content will reach more listeners than ever. As part of the global iHeart global platform, Mi3’s growing international audience will now have greater access to its content – sharing business and marketing insights and advertising innovation from Australia with the world.

Michael Stephenson, ARN Chief Operating Officer, said, “Our partnership with Mi3 brings together two industry leaders with a shared vision: to deliver intelligent, thought provoking and engaging content to audiences at scale. Mi3 will have access to our world class production facilities, distribution through iHeart – our global platform, and the ability to reach audiences at scale in Australia and abroad. This is going to be massive.”

Paul McIntyre, Executive Editor Mi3, added: “This new alliance with ARN and iHeart is bang-on broader media trends – audio consumption and podcasts, particularly, are on the rise. A light mea culpa though is in order: iHeart is a bigger and more prolific digital audio platform in Australia than I had properly clocked and its international reach is perfect for some of the content Mi3 produces. I’m looking forward to shaking our audio editions up a bit with ARN.”

This new commercial relationship also opens the door to greater innovation and collaboration between the two businesses – bringing together content, technology, and commercial opportunities as ARN continues to lead the way in shaping the future of audio.

ABOUT US

3CR Community Radio provides a media space enabling progressive communities to voice ideas and build their power to create social change. 3CR acknowledges that we broadcast from the stolen lands stolen of the Kulin Nation, and sovereignty has never been ceded.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Station Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the station, including the coordination of staff and ensuring access and equity for 3CR’s volunteer workers and affiliates. The Station Manager acts as the Executive Officer to the 3CR Committee of Management and to the Community Radio Federation.

The role involves a high degree of responsibility, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership experience within a community organisation, managing staff and volunteers, finances and fundraising.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• A commitment to 3CR’s mission, values, and objectives.
• Proven experience leading staff and volunteers within a community organisation.
• Strong financial management and fundraising skills, with budgeting and grant writing experience.
• High-level organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Knowledge of nonprofit governance and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication and people skills to collaborate across diverse communities.
• Technical understanding of broadcast systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365.

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Disability advocates and comedians Madeline Stewart and Alistair Baldwin are here to challenge tired narratives that define love, sex and disability as mutually exclusive. They pull back the curtain on the real-life experiences of dating and intimacy for disabled people in a new hilarious and heartful SBS Audio podcast – Love Without Limits.

This Disability Pride month no topic is off limits in this six-part podcast series featuring candid conversations with guests who share personal tales of love, sex, dating and relationships – from burgeoning romances and long-term partnerships to flings, friendships, self-love and everything in between. In light of this year’s Disability Pride theme ‘No Shame. No Apologies’, discussions spare no detail as the six-episode podcast examines the barriers to intimacy that people with disability can face. The series explores questions like ‘how does a person who has lost both their hands and feet adapt their sex life?’ and ‘why do we never see people with dwarfism having sex on our screens?’.

Hosts Madeline Stewart and Alistair Baldwin said: “We’re excited to be bringing Love Without Limits to life and to hold a space for conversations about the real-life reflections and experiences of dating and intimacy as a disabled person.”

“The series tackles the stereotypes of sex and disability that exist both on screen and off. The conversations we have are cheeky and heartfelt, and while they might sometimes be seen as risky, risqué or controversial, they’re necessary – because it’s important to hear from those who’ve been unfairly boxed-in by the same tired narratives.”

Creator and producer of the series Eliza Hull said: “Disabled people are so often desexualised, infantilised, or viewed through a medical lens that ignores our identities as sexual beings. I wanted to create a space where disabled people could share their own stories, in their own words, to challenge these stereotypes.”

Joining the series are: Carly Findlay OAM, renowned writer, speaker and appearance activist; Australia’s first actor with a cochlear implant, Nathan Borg, who played Curtis Perkins in Neighbours; Lisa Prowd, dancer, performance artist and life model, who has an incredible range of work exploring the normality and uniqueness of her own body; and Hannah Diviney, Australian actress, activist and author, who was part of the first Australian sex scene featuring a disabled actor (in Latecomers on SBS in 2022).

Love Without Limits is an unapologetically funny, modern, and fearlesspodcast series that platforms the voices of disabled people and their experiences to challenge stereotypes and how we talk about love, sex and disability. Listen to all of SBS Audio’s podcasts on the SBS Audio App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LiSTNR or wherever you stream podcasts. Episodes launching weekly.

Love Without Limits is the latest offering from SBS, recently named the Australian Podcaster of the Year for the third year in a row.

Bec Judd and Jess Roberts are done with the smoke and mirrors and want you to know what it actually takes to look this good with their new LiSTNR podcast, Vain-ish.

Vain-ish is Bec Judd as you’ve never heard her. After stealing the spotlight in that iconic Brownlow dress in 2004 (sorry, Chris!), she’s become a cultural force through fashion, media, and major brand deals. Now, she’s pulling back the curtain on what really goes into the glam.

Joining Bec is longtime bestie and fellow beauty enthusiast, Jess Roberts – a TV presenter, businesswoman, mother-of-three, interior designer, influencer, and now, podcast host (what, like it’s hard?). Together, they’re pulling back the curtain on the beauty routines, wellness trends, and behind-the-scenes treatments that often get glossed over on Instagram – and they’re not holding anything back.

From placenta pills to salmon sperm facials (yes, really!) Vain-ish is the go-to podcast for anyone caught in a 2am scroll spiral about under-eye filler. Each episode delves into a new corner of beauty culture – featuring celeb guests, including a special tell-all from Nadia Bartel in episode two. With experts and doctors from the beauty world, endless laughs, and zero filler (okay, some filler), Vain-ish is as chaotic as it is honest.

Bec Judd said:”Vain-ish is for anyone who’s spent hours down an online rabbit hole of skin hacks and tweakments. We aren’t getting any younger, and there’s a lot of heavy lifting going into our appearance these days. We’re not going to gaslight our audience into thinking it is just drinking water and exercise (but that helps too!). We’re creating a space to help people make decisions about their own beauty and wellness journeys without shame.”

Jess Roberts said: “Bec and I have both felt pressure to look a certain way, and we know we’re not the only ones. So, no more gatekeeping – we’re getting real and putting our bodies (and faces) on the line to help people feel more comfortable to be themselves… because we didn’t wake up like this!”

Head of Content – LiSTNR Original Podcasts, Sam Cavanagh, said: “Vain-ish is refreshingly self-aware and wildly entertaining. It’s the perfect blend of expert insight and the kind of honesty typically reserved for a group chat with your closest friends. Bec and Jess are an irresistible duo and bring a fresh, unfiltered voice to beauty and pop culture.”

Don’t miss out on this iconic deep dive into the beauty world with this limited series by LiSTNR. Listen to the first episode of Vain-ish with Bec Judd and Jess Roberts for free on the LiSTNR app, available from today, Sunday, 6 July.

About LiSTNR:

The LiSTNR App delivers a curated and personalised digital audio experience, offering free and engaging content across SCA’s AM, FM and DAB+ radio stations, along with over 800 podcasts titles, local news, sport and 50+ music playlists to engage its 2.4 million signed-in users accessible anytime and anywhere. With a total monthly reach of an estimated eight million Australians across the LiSTNR digital audio network, its known audience and AdTech capability, LiSTNR is the leading commercial audio network in Australia. LiSTNR.com

Born of Greek Cypriot parents, Mr Savvides joined the SBS Board as Deputy Chair in February 2017 and was appointed Chair in July 2020. Throughout his service to the organisation, he has been strongly committed to serving contemporary Australia with diverse, multilingual and First Nations media services that strengthen inclusion and belonging for all.

During Mr Savvides’ time as Chair, the public broadcaster has undergone a significant digital transformation, supported Australian communities through the Covid-19 pandemic, was recognised as the nation’s most trusted news brand^[1], named Australian podcaster of the year three years in a row^[2], commenced work on its expansion to Western Sydney, and launched its Elevate Reconciliation Plan.

SBS Managing Director, James Taylor, said: “I’d like to congratulate George, on behalf of the Board and the organisation, for the immense contribution he has made to SBS over the last eight years. From the very beginning, he saw the potential and responsibility of SBS — not just to be a broadcaster, but to be a builder of trust, identity, and inclusion in this country.

“He’s been a fierce advocate for SBS’s independence and public value, and his voice has carried weight with government and community stakeholders who trust and respect him deeply.”

Mr Savvides described his time as Chair of SBS, concluding with the broadcaster’s 50th anniversary year, as “one of the greatest privileges of my professional life” and said he was supremely confident in the future of the organisation, which is today reaching more audiences than ever in over 60 languages across multiple platforms.

“As I prepare to depart the role of a lifetime, I’m proud that SBS continues to go from strength to strength, delivering essential services to all Australians with a strong focus on building respect, understanding and cohesion to deliver better social and economic outcomes for all the communities we serve,” he said. 

“SBS is a public institution that enjoys deep levels of trust among our audiences in an age of misinformation and polarisation. It continues to be an exemplar, offering a seat at the table to all Australians in every language, from every background, across a diverse range of experiences. The story of SBS is – and always has been – the story of Australia.’’

“I want to thank my fellow Board members and Managing Director James Taylor for their support and expertise over the years, as well as the incredible SBS team – who every day look to the future with the same courage and conviction that brought SBS into being 50 years ago.”

Current SBS Deputy Chair Christine Zeitz will serve as Acting Chair until a new Chairperson is appointed by the Federal Government.

“George has been an outstanding Chair – bringing a rare combination of strategic discipline, lived values, and deeply personal leadership to the role. I thank him for his service, and I look forward to bringing an equal level of passion and dedication to delivering on SBS’s Charter whilst serving as Acting Chair,” she said.

ABC journalist Eva Blandis was named Best Young Journalist, Bill Ormonde was named Best Rural/Regional Journalist and the ABC won eight awards overall at the 2025 South Australian Media Awards in Adelaide last night.

Blandis received the Max Fatchen Award for Best Young Journalist for reporters aged 25 or under whose work displays creativity, research, technical skills, newsworthiness, writing flair and impact. 

The judges said: “Eva’s entry displayed the work of a journalist, mastering their craft, well beyond her years. 

“The ability to gain trust of contacts, secure exclusive content, and give in depth analysis of highly complex and sensitive issues, required a mature approach, usually associated with experienced reporters.”

ABC video journalist Bill Ormonde was named Best Rural/Regional Journalist for his body of work and also won Visual Storytelling for Out of the Darkness, an interactive online story exploring mental health in remote Australia.

The judges said: “Bill’s entry epitomises what a rural journalist should strive to achieve. 

“Shining a light on the mental health stigma, that burdens regional Australia, is vital. This body of work is a fine example of gaining trust, to tell brave and personal stories, respectfully. Coupled with stunning imagery, this makes for a captivating and compelling entry.”

Other ABC winners included Che Chorley, Lincoln Rothall and Daniel Keane in the Text Formats – News category for ‘Surface Tension’ and Briana Fiore in Radio/Audio Journalism – News Reporting for ‘Losing Ashleigh – Asthma in SA’.

Nicholas Maher won the Multimedia News or Feature category for ‘International Law & Democracy Explained’, Jack Evans won Culture and Arts Report for ‘BTN High – Class of Cabaret’ and Stephanie Richards won Social Equity Report for ‘Uncovering SA’s Baby Removal Practices’. ’

Full list of ABC winners and finalists at the MEAA SA Media Awards:

Max Fatchen Award for Best Young Journalist

• Eva Blandis, ABC, ‘Body of Work’ – WINNER

Text Formats – News

• Isabella Carbone, Sophie Landau & Josephine Lim, ABC, ‘Global Shortage of Saline Solution Affecting Australian Healthcare System’

Text Formats – Feature

• Che Chorley, Lincoln Rothall & Daniel Keane, ABC, ‘Surface Tension’ – WINNER
• Bill Ormonde, ABC, ‘Out of the Darkness’

Television/Video Journalism – Feature

• Amelia Moseley, ABC, ‘What to Do if You’ve Been Doxxed’
• James Wakelin, ABC, ‘Snowtown Stories’

Radio/Audio Journalism – News Reporting,

• Briana Fiore, ABC, ‘Losing Ashleigh – Asthma in SA’ – WINNER
• Angus Randall, ABC, ‘Community Grapples with Snowtown Accomplice Parole’

Visual Storytelling

• Bill Ormonde, ABC, ‘Out of the Darkness’ – WINNER
• Lincoln Rothall, Che Chorley, Jody Kestle & Michael Clements, ABC, ‘Protecting a Predator’

Multimedia News or Feature

• Briana Fiore, ABC, ‘Ex-Brethrens on Breaking Free’
• Nicholas Maher, ABC, ‘International Law & Democracy Explained’ – WINNER
• Bill Ormonde, ABC, ‘Broken Hill High School Mould Outbreak’

Best Rural/Regional Journalist

• Eugene Boisvert, ABC, ‘South East SA Stories’
• Bill Ormonde, ABC, ‘Body of Work’ – WINNER
• Amelia Walters, ABC, ‘A Voice for Victims, Placement Poverty Burning Out Medical Students and Love that Defied the Odds’

Business, Economics or Finance Report

• ABC News South Australia, ABC, ‘Whyalla Woes’

Culture and Arts Report

• Jack Evans, ABC, ‘BTN High – Class of Cabaret’ – WINNER
• Sarah McLean, ABC, ‘South Korean Recluses’

Political Report

• Stephanie Richards, ABC, ‘One of ‘Fewer than Five’’

Social Equity Report

• Cale Matthews, ABC, ‘South Australia’s Accessibility Problem’
• Stephanie Richards, ABC, ‘Uncovering SA’s Baby Removal Practices’ – WINNER

Sports Report

• Eugene Boisvert, ABC, ‘Inclusive Sport in South East’
• Neil Cross, ABC, ‘In the Pool, in the Game, in the Saddle’