Category: Australian

2GB is Sydney’s undisputed No.1 in radio and commercial streaming, with GfK Radio 360 Survey 5 today showing 2GB holds the top spot across almost all key shifts, including Breakfast, Mornings, Afternoons, Nights, Weekends and Rugby League coverage. 

Ben Fordham Live dominated in Breakfast with a leading 15.6 share, while in commercial streaming the show posted an incredible 40.3 share, reinforcing the power of live and local content across all devices.

The Ray Hadley Morning Show hit another incredible milestone as No.1 for the 159th consecutive time, with a 15.7 share, and a dominant 35.7 in commercial streaming.

Michael McLaren claimed his first No.1 spot since taking the helm of 2GB Afternoons, with a 11.0 share (up 0.4) and 33.6 in commercial streaming (up 12.0).

2GB Content Manager, Luke Davis, said: “This survey covers the best part of three months of the year, and today’s results clearly demonstrate that Sydneysiders have chosen 2GB as their No.1 destination for news, entertainment and live sport.”

“With Australia recently enjoying its most successful Olympic Games ever, 2GB – as host broadcaster – was able to bring our listeners closer to the action than ever before; sharing in all the highs, lows and inspirational stories that had our city talking.

“It’s what we do best. Our team takes great pride in serving our Sydney listeners and we are grateful for their loyalty.”

Further highlights of Gfk Radio 360 Survey 5 in Sydney:

• Drive with Chris O’Keefe recorded an 8.2 share (Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm)
• Money News with Deborah Knight is No.1 with a 14.5 share (Mon-Thu 7pm-8pm)
• Nights with John Stanley remains the clear No.1 with a share of 24.0 (up 1.8 and almost triple his nearest competitor) (Mon-Thu 8pm-12am)
• Weekends with Luke Grant is No.1 with a share of 13.2 (Sat-Sun 9am-1pm)
• The Continuous Call Team is No.1 in Rugby League with a 9.7 share

Source: GfK Radio360 Ratings, 2GB Sydney Survey 5 2024, Mon-Fri 5.30am-9am, Mon-Fri 9am-12pm, Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm, Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm, Mon-Thur 7pm-8pm, Mon-Thur 8pm-12MN, Sat-Sun 9am-1pm, Fri 7pm-11pm, Sat 1pm-10pm, Sun 1pm-6pm, Market Share % Total Radio, Streaming share % AP10+ .

3AW has once again firmly cemented itself as Melbourne’s No. 1 radio station.

Today’s release of the GfK Radio 360 Survey 5 results shows that 3AW has a leading audience share of 14.7 (up 1 point on Survey 4) and a winning commercial streaming share of 32.5%.

Every week, the station’s engaging blend of live, locally-focused talk radio attracts a cumulative audience of 767,000 listeners across Melbourne – up by more than 40,000 listeners on Survey 4.

Ross and Russ maintain their stronghold on Melbourne’s breakfast radio scene with an impressive 21.7 share – up 2.1 points on Survey 4 and more than double their closest competitor. Moreover, the pair claimed a whopping 53% of the commercial streaming audience.

In just his fifth survey in the mornings slot, Tom Elliott has firmly established himself as Melbourne’s No. 1, achieving a leading 18.4 share (up 2.7 points on Survey 4). Tom added an additional 99,000 listeners since the previous survey and now boasts a cumulative audience of 530,000. He also secured a top commercial streaming share of 38%.

Tony Moclair is the No.1 Afternoon talk program with a share of 10.1 – more than double his nearest talk competitor.

Jacqui Felgate is once again Melbourne’s No. 1 drive talk program with an 8.5 share – up 0.1 on Survey 4 and her third successive survey share growth. Jacqui added an additional 34,000 listeners since the previous survey and now has a cumulative audience of 319,000.

Denis Walter remains the leading evening program in Melbourne, boasting a 19.5 share – 7.3 points ahead of his nearest competitor.

Stephen Beers, 3AW Station Manager, said: “Survey 5 once again confirms 3AW as Melbourne’s top radio choice. From Ross and Russ leading the way in breakfast, the only program in double figures – adding number two and three together and you still don’t catch them. Tom Elliott’s continued strength in mornings, and Jacqui Felgate’s growing success in the drive shift, the results are a testament to the hard work of our on-air and behind-the-scenes teams. We thank our loyal listeners for their outstanding support and eagerly anticipate delivering all the Paralympic excitement to them in the coming weeks.”

Source: GfK Radio360 Ratings, 3AW Melbourne Survey 5 2024, Mon-Sun 5.30am-12MN, Mon-Fri 5.30am-8.30am, Mon-Fri 8.30am-12pm, Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm, Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm, Mon-Thurs 8pm-12MN, Weekends 5.30am-12MN, Cume (000s), Market Share % Total Radio, Streaming share %, Commercial Share AP10+ , unless otherwise specified. 

Registrations are now open for RadComms 2024, Australia’s leading spectrum management conference.

When: Thursday 24 and Friday 25 October 2024

Where: Park Hyatt Melbourne

Cost:
Group rate (5 or more attendees): $700 inc. GST per person + booking fee
Standard rate: $760 inc. GST per person + booking fee

About RadComms 2024
Building on the success of our last conference in 2022, RadComms 2024’s theme of Supporting the present, empowering the future provides a unique opportunity to explore spectrum’s contribution to a connected Australia and our digital economy.

Tickets are limited, so don’t miss out on the chance to engage with experts, participate in open forums and share the latest spectrum developments and trends.

View the draft program and register now.
https://www.acma.gov.au/events/2024-08/radcomms-2024

CMS Radio (FM 91.1) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Station Manager to oversee the operations of Canberra’s full-time multicultural radio station. The Station Manager will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and safe operation of the station, managing staff, and delivering exceptional customer service. This is a key leadership role that requires a hands-on approach, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Check out our website to learn more about us – www.cmsradio.org.au.

DESCRIPTION:

The Station Manager is responsible for the operations and business development of the station including developing grants, program content, presentation, technology, human resources, physical resources and administration. They will work on community engagement (including sponsorships), manage day-to-day operations and administration of the station, and liaise with and manage support to broadcasters including training.

In collaboration with other staff and volunteers, they implement the strategy and direction set by the Board, develop and monitor management policies, budgets, and business plans, report on development and promotional activities, ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory matters, develop the station’s profile in the Canberra community, ensure infrastructure is resourced and developed, and implement effective internal and external communications.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

The Station Manager will assist the CMS Board, staff, program coordinators and volunteers by undertaking duties such as the following:

• Develop, implement and monitor strategies, projects, business plans and financial budgets;
• Oversee the day-to-day operations and administration of the station, including program content, presentation, technology, transmission, human and physical resources, internal and external communications, fundraising;
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to seeking and applying for grants, including Community Broadcasting Foundation and ACT Government grants;
• Ensure station infrastructure is managed and resourced, developed and sustained;
• Strengthen linkages with community and government multicultural organisations;
• Foster constructive relationships between CMS and the Canberra region community;
• Promote greater community awareness of partner organisations and community ethnic groups;
• Establish positive working relations with staff, volunteers, peak bodies, community organisations, funding bodies, sponsors and other relevant organisations;
• Build listener numbers and loyalty through understanding their needs and preferences in listening to and supporting multicultural radio;
• Develop successful submissions and partnerships for projects in collaboration with other staff members and volunteers;
• Ensure compliance with the terms of the CMS licence and ACMA community broadcasting rules;
• Oversight and steer the work of the office staff;
• Monitor quality assurance and develop a culture of continuous improvement;
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrated experience of working effectively in a volunteer-based community organisation.
• Demonstrated management skills of a small team in an office environment and engagement of support staff, e.g. technicians.
• Strong networking and people skills, including partner, sponsor and funding organisations.
• Sound written, oral and personal communication skills and computer literacy, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines and work effectively with volunteers with diverse cultural backgrounds are prerequisites for success in this position.
• Technical fluency, budgeting and financial management, training skills and experience in community radio are advantageous but not essential.
• Applicants must be self-motivated and have the ability to work with minimal supervision and in a small team.

Flexible attendance hours aimed at complementing other staff.

All applicants are required to provide a police check and a WWVP card.

TO APPLY:

To apply for this position, email resume and cover letter to info@cmsradio.org.au. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as applications will considered as they come in.

Applications without a cover letter will not accepted.

For any questions and clarifications about the position, email info@cmsradio.org.au.

Radio 2RPH is a community radio station broadcasting radio reading services to those living with a print disability or who are unable to access published material. We are seeking to appoint several new non-Executive Directors from late this year. We are keen to appoint those who have experience of living with a disability, people with experience in finance, marketing, legal compliance and governance or fundraising in not-for-profit organisations.

2RPH broadcasts 24 hours a day from Glebe across Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong.  The radio reading service provides listeners with access to a variety published material covering a wide range of topics. We broadcast on 1224AM in Sydney, 100.5FM in Sydney and Newcastle and 93.3 in Wollongong, as well as on DAB+ in Sydney, a streaming service and with selected programs available as podcasts.

Meeting on a bi-monthly basis our Board and small management team, is collegiate and operates in an environment of teamwork and enthusiasm to provide programs that are varied, informative and entertaining. Our directors are driven by a strong set of ethical values and a clear vision to form valuable collaborative partnerships.  (See: https://www.2rph.org.au/about/people/ )

If you have the skills and an interest in joining the 2RPH Board then please contact:

2RPH Chair: John Martin at jmartin@2rph.org.au

 Please review the Position Description for more information and essential criteria.

Closing date for expressions of interest is Friday 20 September 2024.

ABC Managing Director David Anderson has notified the ABC Board of his intention to leave the organisation following a recruitment process for his successor.

ABC Chair Kim Williams AM has asked Mr Anderson to stay on in the role until a new Managing Director has been appointed to ensure a smooth transition. This means he will remain in the role until early 2025.

Mr Anderson was appointed Managing Director in May 2019, after acting in the role from September 2018. Prior to this Mr Anderson enjoyed a thirty-year career at the ABC across a wide range of television, digital strategy and executive roles.

In a note to all ABC staff today Mr Anderson said the decision had not been an easy one.

“I am still very much committed to the importance of the ABC to the nation,” he said. “I believe it is the right moment for leadership renewal for the next stage of the ABC’s continued evolution.

“To have the opportunity to serve the Australian public and lead such talented and dedicated people across the country and overseas for what is approaching six years is humbling.

“I am grateful to Kim Williams and the Board for their support and their efforts to persuade me to stay on for my full second term. Their unabashed enthusiasm for the importance and future of the Corporation makes this decision easier. I am confident the timing is right for both me and the ABC.

“Kim has asked that I stay on in the role until a new Managing Director has been appointed to ensure a smooth transition, which I expect will be at least until the start of next year.”

ABC Chair Kim Williams said: “David Anderson is a loyal, devoted and talented ABC executive. He has served the Corporation in the best tradition of committed public service over a long period.

“I have requested that he stay on in the role until a new Managing Director has been recruited and appointed. David’s agreement to offer support through the coming months to ensure a smooth the transition to a new Managing Director is welcome, generous and has been accepted.

“I have to say my admiration for him and his commitment to the ABC is undiminished and my respect grows ever greater. He is an exemplary executive in many ways.”

As Managing Director, Mr Anderson has brought stability to the organisation during a challenging period that has included the ABC’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2019 Mr Anderson defended journalists, whistle-blowers and press freedom following raids on ABC offices by the AFP.

Mr Anderson has successfully advocated for reinvestment in the ABC after several years of budget cuts, an increase in journalist numbers in regional Australia, and an expansion of services to audiences across the Indo-Pacific.

Mr Anderson has also led the national broadcaster through a period of rapidly changing audience habits and the transition to digital services.

Before stepping into the role of Acting Managing Director in September 2018, Mr Anderson was the Director, Entertainment & Specialist, responsible for all ABC radio music networks (triple j, Double j, Classic, Country and Jazz), podcasts and specialist radio content (Radio National) as well as broadcast television networks (ABCTV, ABC Kids, ABC Comedy, ABC ME), on-demand products and services (ABC iview, ABC listen, ABC Kids listen, ABC Kids) and network websites and apps.

His other roles have included Director of Television, Director of the ABC’s Digital Network and Director of Strategy & Planning.

The ABC Board will in due course begin the process to select a new Managing Director.