Category: Australian

GET READY, MELBOURNE! FIFI, FEV & NICK ARE THROWING MELBOURNE’S BIGGEST PARTY AND YOU’RE INVITED!

As a huge thank you to The Fox listeners, Melbourne’s #1 FM Breakfast show, Fifi, Fev & Nick, are set to throw Melbourne’s Biggest Party – an epic live music event! This exclusive event will light up the city and features an all-star line-up of Australia’s hottest music acts, including Tones And I, Peking Duk, Illy, Sheppard, Oliver Cronin, Jolyon Petch, Yo! Mafia, and DJ Shergz.

Melbourne’s Biggest Party will take over the iconic 170 Russell on Saturday, 2 November, with tickets exclusively available to The Fox listeners. Fifi, Fev & Nick will bring their trademark energy and a killer soundtrack to Melbourne’s best live music venue for a night listeners won’t forget!

Fifi, Fev & Nick have a proven track record for creating unforgettable Melbourne experiences. From their beloved Brekky in the Burbs shows to the heartfelt Underdogs campaign, the trio consistently brings their audience together for something truly special and Melbourne’s Biggest Party promises to be their greatest event yet!

Hosts of Melbourne’s #1 FM Breakfast show, Fifi Box, Brendan Fevola, and Nick Cody said: “We are so excited to throw this party to say thank you to Melbourne for their incredible support! After the amazing response to our regular Brekky in the Burbs shows, we knew we had to make this party bigger, better, and louder than ever before. We’ve got some massive surprises planned, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you, Melbourne. It’s going to be huge!”

SCA Head of Hit Metro Content and The Fox Content Director, Amanda Lee, said: “Melbourne’s Biggest Party isn’t just another concert – it’s a celebration of Fifi, Fev & Nick’s incredible connection with their loyal listeners and a big thank you for a fantastic year. Only Melbourne’s #1 FM Breakfast show could pull off something this big; it’ll be a party to remember!”

Live music will take the party to the next level. The event will be headlined by Melbourne’s global sensation, Tones And I, who shared: “Thank you, Fifi, Fev & Nick, for inviting me! I haven’t had a party in a while, so I’m pretty excited. You guys did the Singles Party and Las Vegas, and I’ve been wanting to party with you ever since!”

Peking Duk said: “Melbourne! We had so much fun last time we played in your city, and we are coming back for Melbourne’s Biggest Party with our mates Fifi, Fev and Nick! Let’s get sweaty.”

Underworks Founder and Managing Director, Sam Todaro, said: “Having been a part of some of their most iconic moments over the years, Underworks is proud to be partnering again with The Fox for Melbourne’s Biggest Party in 2024. Much like the familiar feeling of putting on your favourite socks each day, Fifi, Fev & Nick are a comforting staple in the morning routine of Melbourne households, and we’ve always felt a special synergy with the show.

“As a family brand, born and raised in Melbourne for over 25 years, Underworks has a unique connection to this city and the community. We’re excited to be getting behind this fantastic initiative to bring the community together, celebrate our homegrown talent and to do something that makes us feel good, that’s what Underworks is all about.”

Melbourne’s Biggest Party tickets are exclusively available to listeners of 101.9 The Fox. Tune in or register now at hit.listnr.com/w/melbourne/ to secure your spot. Hurry—tickets are limited, and they’re going fast!

About The Hit Network

The Hit Network is Australia’s biggest radio network broadcasting across metro and regional markets with a unique collection of 50 FM and DAB+ stations. The Hit Network targets people aged 25 – 54, skews female and features a mood focused, ‘feel great’ pop music format alongside the most entertaining local breakfast and national drive shows. It is home to popular personalities including Carrie Bickmore, Tommy Little, Fifi Box, Brendan Fevola, Nick Cody, Abby Coleman, Matty Acton, Stav Davidson and many more.

The Hit Network entertains more than 6 million Aussie radio listeners across B105, 2DayFM, The Fox, SAFM, Mix94.5, Sea FM, 41 Hit stations plus DAB+ stations including Oldskool 90s Hits, Buddha Hits, Oldskool 80s Hits, RnB Fridays Radio and Dance Hits. All Hit Network’s content is also available live or on demand on the LiSTNR app.

LiSTNR INVESTIGATES A CHILLING TALE OF COERCION AND MURDER IN NEW PODCAST DOCUSERIES CRIME IN FOCUS: KILLER CHARM

The disturbing case of a suburban grandmother who orchestrated the murder of her ex-partner via a woodchipper takes centre stage in the new LiSTNR exclusive docuseries, Crime In Focus: Killer Charm.

Host and acclaimed investigative journalist Tara Cassidy examines how and why Queensland woman Sharon Graham coerced two lovers to stage Bruce Saunders’ death as an accident on a friend’s rural property.

After five years of following the story Cassidy uncovered new information about Sharon Graham and the case, and secured interviews with Graham’s former best friend, as well as her daughter and several ex-lovers who are speaking out for the very first time.

In the six-part series, listeners get access to forensic evidence, witness statements, never-before-heard covert surveillance recordings and police interviews. The investigation exposes patterns of control, greed and coercion, and sheds light on the dangers of how these behaviours emerged in a seemingly harmless woman.

Graham, who was fondly referred to as ‘Muffin’ by those close to her, was more than 90 kilometres away from the scene when the murder took place. However, prosecutors were able to successfully prove that she convinced one of her lovers into committing the crime, and another to help cover it up.

Tara Cassidy was the only journalist who attended every day of Graham’s murder trial and mistrials, giving her unique insights into the case in order to piece together a narrative of multiple murder plots, a complex and tangled love quadrangle, and a long-standing trail of coercion. Her coverage delves into the dark motivations behind Graham’s actions and exposes the intricate web of deceit that ensued.

“This case has intrigued me from the moment it came to light,” Tara Cassidy said. “As an investigative journalist I have covered every step of it and, in this series, I explore what drives someone to such extremes and discover if there were signs that went unnoticed before tragedy struck.

“I was able to secure unheard surveillance recordings and interviews with some of the key people in Sharon’s life, including her own daughter, to give listeners a front row seat to one of Queensland’s most notorious murder cases in recent history.”

LiSTNR Head of Factual, Clair Weaver, said: “The LiSTNR factual team continues to deliver our audiences compelling investigative true crime stories including this extraordinary case. Crime in Focus: Killer Charm promises a fascinating exploration of human behaviour and the consequences of coercion.”

Episodes one and two of Crime in Focus: Killer Charm is available exclusively on LiSTNR. New episodes of the six-part series drop on Wednesdays. To listen to Crime In Focus: Killer Charm, download the LiSTNR app and sign-up to listen for free.

Sharon Graham and Gregory Roser have lodged appeals against their murder convictions.

About LiSTNR:

LiSTNR is a curated and personalised, free app offering radio, podcasts, music, and news, creating a new audio destination for all Australians. Featuring a fun and intuitive onboarding process, LiSTNR delivers an audio destination that is built for individual listeners’ routines and preferences. Highly personalised, it provides listeners a new world of audio entertainment, with their own daily feed of audio and easy discovery of new content through curated recommendations. Available across a large array of devices including both iOS and Android, CarPlay and Android Auto, Google Assistant and Alexa and Android TV, LiSTNR enables a fantastic listening experience, anytime and anywhere. Open your Ears to a new world of audio – download the free app today. LiSTNR.com

ABC NEWS No 1 news brand in September

ABC NEWS was once again Australia’s No 1 digital news brand for the month of September, according to the latest Ipsos iris rankings.

Across the month, more Australians got their online news from ABC NEWS than any other publisher.

More than 11.8 million Australians visited ABC NEWS online, spending on average 33 minutes per person.

The result follows the August rollout of the improved ABC NEWS website with a new design, features and functionality. An improved version of the ABC NEWS app is also currently in beta testing.

2024 CBAA Community Broadcasting Awards Winners

This year’s Community Broadcasting Awards were an exciting one for the sector, as we marked the 50th anniversary of both the CBAA’s formation and the birth of community broadcasting in Australia. We also marked the revamp of our awards, with a format better suited to capturing the diversity of our sector. Congratulations to everyone nominated, the finalists and of course the winners.

Best Program: Music (Sponsored by APRA AMCOS)

  • Koori Radio – Tangata Whenua


Best Program: New (Sponsored by AFTRS)

  • Eastside Radio 89.7FM – The Intersection


Best Program: News & Current Affairs (Sponsored by AVC)

  • Vision Australia Radio – Studio 1


Best Program: Talks

  • Vision Australia Radio – Happy Pants


Excellence in Australian Music (Sponsored by APRA AMCOS)

  • 2SER – 2SER Australian Music Programming & Eventsect


Excellence in Community Engagement

  • Bay FM 99.9 – Young Legends


Excellence in Disability Content & Engagement

  • 3CR – Disability Day


Excellence in Fundraising & Sponsorship

  • 89.9 TheLight – PositiveMedia Donor Engagement & Business Development Teams


Excellence in Indigenous Content & Engagement

  • PAW & 8CCC – The Heat


Excellence in Multicultural Content & Engagement

  • 88.9 WynFM


Excellence in Production

  • 96five – The Rad-Vent Calendar


Excellence in Special Events & Outside Broadcasting

  • Ngaarda Media & 3KND Kool N Deadly – Tamworth Country Music Program 2024


Excellence in Station Resilience & Development (Sponsored by the CMTO)

  • 5THE FM – Rising Out of the Ashes of its Former Self


Outstanding Fundraising & Sponsorship Contribution

  • 96five – 96five’s Building Hope Appeal


Outstanding Presenter

  • RTRFM – Jeff Bullen


Outstanding Presenter News & Current Affairs (Sponsored by Deutsche Welle)

  • Vision Australia Radio – Peter Greco


Outstanding Production Contribution

  • JOY 94.9 – Elliot Attard


Outstanding Station Leadership

  • 2DRY FM – Megan Williams


Outstanding Technical Contribution

  • SWR 99.9 FM – Alex Agaciak and Matt Reid


Outstanding Volunteer Contribution

  • Alive 90.5 FM – Rosh Vee


Outstanding Youth Contribution

  • CAAMA Radio – Briana Alexander


Troy Garner Award – Best Program: Sports

  • 3ZZZ – 3ZZZ Sports


Community Broadcasting Honour Roll

  • David Marshall OAM – Harvey Community Radio
  • Lorraine Clifford & Jane Armstrong – RTRFM
  • Peter Weeks OAM – UGFM


Tony Staley Award for Excellence in Community Broadcasting

  • 2DRY FM


Michael Law Award

  • Phillip Randall

POSITION: Casual Journalist, National Radio News, Bathurst NSW

  • Write and produce hourly news bulletins for National Radio News, the independent and valued national news service for the community broadcasting sector
  • Reach a national audience of over 1.5 million listeners per week
  • Work from the from beautiful Central West city of Bathurst

The Role

  • Casual – Weekday and weekend work
  • $48.66 per hour plus shift penalties where applicable
  • Bathurst

You will be responsible for producing bulletins for hourly broadcast.

You will produce stories that reflect the principles of community broadcasting, showcasing diverse voices and serving under-represented audiences.

We are seeking to create a talent pool to fill casual vacancies as they arise. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

To be successful you will have:

  • An associate diploma level qualification in journalism or a related discipline with relevant work-related experience or equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience.
  • Knowledge of the community broadcasting sector audience
  • High level writing and communication skills for a target audience
  • Experience in presenting and producing radio news and/or current affairs

About Us

Charles Sturt University is a young and growing university committed to developing far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. We make a significant contribution to the prosperity and vibrancy of our rural and regional communities, with a reach and impact across Australia and internationally. We work together with industry, communities and students to create new thinking, inspire each other and make a positive and progressive contribution to the world.

National Radio News (NRN) is the national news service for the community broadcasting sector, produced by Charles Sturt University in partnership with the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA). It reaches over 1.5 million listeners a week and has been produced on the Bathurst campus for over 25 years. NRN is a learning and teaching resource for the Bachelor of Communication in the School of Information and Communication studies. Cadet journalists are drawn from the course and students contribute to the service through their class work.

National Radio News provides timely, relevant and independent news from across the country. NRN is built on the community broadcasting sector’s principles of democracy, independence and access.

Charles Sturt University offers a great work-life balance, professional development opportunities and generous financial benefits.

Charles Sturt University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This is demonstrated through our Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice Citation and our Athena SWAN Bronze Institutional Award. Charles Sturt is also a participating member in the Australian Workplace Equality Index. Applications are encouraged from Indigenous Australians; people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); people who identify as LGBTIQA+; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Requirements 

Applicants are expected to apply online, upload your CV and provide a 1-2 page ‘statement of suitability’ demonstrating your skills, knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the position description).

Applicants are also required to submit a recent air check with their application. This should be in .mp3 format and no longer than 1 minute in length.

If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further Information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Rebecca Wotzko | Community Radio and NRN Manager | rwotzko@csu.edu.au | Ph: 02 6338 4774

Closing Date: 11 pm, 12 November 2024

STAV, ABBY & MATT TO CONTINUE ON B105 BREAKFAST ON NEW LONG-TERM AGREEMENTS

SCA has today confirmed that Brisbane’s number one Breakfast show, Stav, Abby & Matt on B105 will continue to entertain Brisbane listeners well into the future. Abby Coleman, Stav Davidson and Matt Acton have committed to new, long-term contracts; reinforcing their domination of Brisbane’s airwaves and demonstrating their love for B105, Brisbane and their listeners.

An energizing blend of laughter, engaging conversations, positive vibes and local Brisbane happenings, the trio has been together since 2017. Whilst they are about to celebrate seven years on-air together, there is zero chance of anyone getting a 7-year itch. In fact, the show is only getting stronger.

Throughout 2024, Stav, Abby & Matt have consistently led the ratings in what is arguably the most competitive metro radio market in Australia. With six straight wins in the 6am-9am timeslot this year*, this success underscores the show’s popularity among Brisbane listeners.

Abby Coleman said: “I’m somehow still getting used to the early morning alarm, but it’s magic that I get to spend the morning with lifelong friends, and we will never take our loyal listeners for granted.”

Matt Acton said: “Continuing our show on B105 Breakfast will take us past a decade of Stav, Abby & Matt together, but it feels like we’re only getting started. What a privilege it is to wake up Brisbane every morning.

Stav Davidson said: “I’ve always hoped to be a ‘1 Club player’ and next year will bring me to 20 years at B105, and I can honestly say I love it more today than any other time I’ve been here.”

SCA Chief Content Officer, Dave Cameron, said: “Stav, Abby & Matt is one of this country’s best radio shows, and we couldn’t be more excited to have this team continue to dominate at Breakfast time in Brisbane on the mighty B105 for many years to come. Stav, Abby and Matt have consistently delivered number one results in Breakfast over the last few years, and our ongoing commitment to this brilliant show will no doubt excite both our listeners and commercial partners and clients.”

Stav, Abby & Matt can be heard from 6am to 9am, Monday to Friday, on B105.

Source: * GfK Radio 360 Ratings, Metro Survey #1 to #6 2024.  P10+, Mon-Fri 06.00-09.00. Total Radio, Brisbane. Market Share.

About The Hit Network

The Hit Network is Australia’s biggest radio network broadcasting across metro and regional markets with a unique collection of 50 FM and DAB+ stations. The Hit Network targets people aged 25 – 54, skews female and features a mood focused, ‘feel great’ pop music format alongside the most entertaining local breakfast and national drive shows. It is home to popular personalities including Carrie Bickmore, Tommy Little, Fifi Box, Brendan Fevola, Nick Cody, Abby Coleman, Matty Acton, Stav Davidson and many more.

The Hit Network entertains more than 6 million Aussie radio listeners across B105, 2DayFM, The Fox, SAFM, Mix94.5, Sea FM, 41 Hit stations plus DAB+ stations including Oldskool 90s Hits, Buddha Hits, Oldskool 80s Hits, RnB Fridays Radio and Dance Hits. All Hit Network’s content is also available live or on demand on the LiSTNR app.

XAVIER ELLIS AND KATIE LAMB JOIN FORCES FOR 92.9 TRIPLE M PERTH BREAKFAST SHOW

Triple M has confirmed today that Xavier Ellis and Katie Lamb are joining forces to host the 92.9 Triple M Breakfast show, which kicks off on Monday 21 October 2024. No strangers to the Triple M airwaves, the pair are the ideal combination of sport-loving and entertaining Perth identities to wake up the city.

Xavier Ellis is a well-known former AFL player, or as he prefers, a self-proclaimed ‘mediocre’ AFL player, who won a premiership with the Hawthorn Football Club before joining the West Coast Eagles in 2013. Following his 2016 retirement from the AFL, Ellis transitioned to media, bringing his footy knowledge, sharp wit, and engaging personality to radio. He was part of the team that launched Triple M in Perth and is a favourite among Triple M listeners who enjoy his ability to balance detailed footy analysis with entertaining banter. Triple M listeners are also familiar with Ellis’ regular tales of playing in the 2008 AFL Grand Final and the lingering question about if he was ‘robbed’ of the Norm Smith medal; of course, this question is mostly raised by Ellis himself!

Ellis has been entertaining Perth on the Triple M Breakfast show for years and his willingness to poke fun at himself is the perfect match for co-host Katie Lamb who has racked up a legion of fans for her hilarious social media skits. Most recently the host of Triple M’s The Rush Hour, Lamb is a force in her own right who has spent more than a decade building her radio career. Outside of the studio Lamb is a passionate sports fan and participant, whether that be netball or beer pong.

Off-air Ellis and Lamb have been great mates for years and are excited to combine their talents for Triple M Breakfast with Xav & Katie on 92.9 Triple M.

Xavier Ellis said: “I’m so excited to team up with my good mate, Katie. I thoroughly enjoy laughing with, and at Katie on-air, at the pub or on social media. We’re going to have a fun time together, and we can’t wait to bring this fun to our wonderful listeners. On a side note, I will be auditing her Monday ‘sick days’!”

Katie Lamb said: “Besides the 4am alarm, I’m so excited to move into Breakfast! I feel like Xav and I will have a lot of fun together, we are both in our 30s and both love a good time. It’s a match made in heaven! I can’t wait to see out the rest of the year together and hit the ground running in 2025. I’m super excited and so grateful for this opportunity.”

SCA Chief Content Officer, Dave Cameron, said: “Xav and Katie’s genuinely hilarious relationship will deliver Perth a pretty special and exciting new experience at breakfast time. Their mad love for Perth is undeniable, and we know our Triple M listeners will instantly love this new wake-up call.”

Listeners can tune in weekdays from 5.30am to 8.30am to Triple M Breakfast with Xav & Katie on 92.9 Triple M from Monday 21 October 2024.

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, 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.

ABC features more titles in podcast ranker than any other publisher

In the September Triton podcast ranker released today, the ABC continues to feature more titles than any other publisher and we are the third most listened to publisher in Australia.

As we inch closer to the US general election, the ABC continues to demonstrate the strength of our news offering with ABC News Top Stories taking third place in the ranker and delivering a record high audience of 782,000, up +9% on August.

The strong result caps of an exciting month of announcements for the ABC’s podcast and audio on demand offering.

Earlier this month the ABC published the latest season of the highly anticipated true crime series Unravel: Mr Big.

Hosted by reporter Alicia Bridges, Unravel: Mr Big investigates a secretive crime boss who touts his corrupt connections to police and the courts.

This week also saw the ABC announce Jessica Radburn as our new Head of Audio on Demand.

Jessica is an internationally renowned audio executive who has worked with Wondery and Audible.

In this new role, she will lead the ABC’s audio on demand strategy including our commissioning and development processes and manage our significant podcast slate.

The full Triton Australian Podcast Ranker can be found here.

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.

ACMA agrees to new rules for community radio

The ACMA has registered a new community radio broadcasting code of practice, establishing an updated set of rules about what can and can’t be played on community radio.

The code was developed by the Community Broadcasting Association of Australia (CBAA). It is the first broadcasting industry code to be registered since the ACMA asked all industry bodies to review their codes in 2022.

ACMA Chair Nerida O’Loughlin has welcomed the new code and its strengthened community safeguards.

“The new community radio code is the result of substantial work undertaken by CBAA over several years. The ACMA acknowledges the highly collaborative way the review was undertaken and the broader community broadcasting sector’s commitment to the development of the code.

“We are particularly pleased to see stronger protections around news content on community radio, including requirements for impartiality and for reporters to take special care where facts may be contested and not settled,” Ms O’Loughlin said.

Under the new code community radio broadcasters are also committed to align their programming decisions with contemporary community standards, prioritise First Nations voices when reporting on or discussing First Nations issues, and strengthen complaints-handling processes.

The ACMA expects all broadcasters to regularly update their rules to reflect changing broadcasting practices and contemporary audience expectations. This includes providing safeguards to those accessing their content in new ways.

“We remain of the view that it is high time that the broadcasting industry voluntarily extend their rules to cover all TV- and radio-like content they make available online. This would ensure audiences benefit from the same safeguards, regardless of how they access the content,” Ms O’Loughlin said.

The new community radio broadcasting code will commence on 1 July 2025. The existing code will remain active until that time.

The new community radio code is available at: https://www.acma.gov.au/industry-codes-practice

Further information about the code review process is available on the CBAA website.

The ACMA has approved the Community Radio Broadcasting Codes of Practice 2025

The revised Community Radio Broadcasting Codes of Practice (2025) have been registered by the Australian Media and Communications Authority (ACMA).  

The new Community Radio Broadcasting Codes will commence on 1 July 2025. The existing Codes will remain active until that time. 


The 2025 Codes consist of 10 Codes, adapted from the current Codes. All changes made were designed to make the Codes easier for stations to put into practice and understand. We are grateful for the input and feedback from our sector throughout the review process. 


The new Codes are the outcome of a lengthy consultation across our sector to ensure they remain relevant and meet community standards in an environment of changing media. The 2025 Codes received overwhelming support with over 98% of responses from community broadcasters endorsing the new Codes.  


From 1 July 2025, the revised Codes (2025) will replace the current Codes (2008). Stations should continue using the current 2008 Codes in the meantime. 


The CBAA will support stations to ensure staff and volunteers understand the changes before they come into effect on July 1, 2025. We are already working on training and guidance materials to support all broadcasters understand and comply with the Codes.  

The new Codes will be accompanied by practical easy-to-use guidance material to help every station and broadcaster to understand how to comply with the new Codes. This guidance material will provide templates for policies, processes to follow and suggestions for best practice. 
  

View the new 2025 Community Radio Codes Broadcasting Codes of Practice here.