{"id":2189,"date":"2026-01-18T15:27:41","date_gmt":"2026-01-18T04:27:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/?p=2189"},"modified":"2026-01-18T15:27:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-18T04:27:41","slug":"sca-launches-into-2026-with-a-proven-line-up-and-continued-focus-on-live-and-local","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/2026\/01\/18\/sca-launches-into-2026-with-a-proven-line-up-and-continued-focus-on-live-and-local\/","title":{"rendered":"SCA Launches into 2026 with a Proven Line-Up and Continued Focus on Live and Local"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>SCA is set for a huge 2026, with the Hit and Triple M networks maintaining a strong and stable lineup, showcasing the company\u2019s strength, consistency, and unwavering commitment to live and local content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hit and Triple M networks will continue to deliver locally produced metro Breakfast shows, the most of any broadcast network, alongside tailored AFL and NRL&nbsp;<em>Rush Hour<\/em>&nbsp;drive shows on Triple M, providing the sports coverage fans expect. Familiar personalities and emerging stars will continue to entertain and engage audiences, while delivering market-leading, brand-safe programming. With trusted voices, new talent, and locally focused content, SCA continues to lead Australia\u2019s audio landscape, delivering compelling content alongside strong audience and client engagement and integration in 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Matthew O\u2019Reilly<\/strong>, SCA\u2019s Head of Broadcast Content said: \u201cAudio remains a compelling offering because it\u2019s personal, immediate and connected to people\u2019s daily lives. Live and local announcers and content is at the core, what sets radio apart, wherever or however they consume&nbsp; content, whether in car, streaming on their phones, or engaging with us via social media and podcasts. While 2026 is shaping up to be a year of change across the industry, SCA enters the year with a stable, proven lineup, with an ongoing investment&nbsp; in compelling live,&nbsp; local lineups, and developing new talent that demonstrate a commitment to the future of the industry, and to ensuring our shows continue to cut through with content that genuinely resonates.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Melbourne<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SCA remains the dominant player in the Melbourne radio landscape with&nbsp;<em>Fifi, Fev &amp; Nick&nbsp;<\/em>(Fifi Box, Brendan Fevola, and Nick Cody) growing share and continuing the momentum that has seen them win the hearts of listeners across the city *. The popular trio return to The Fox in 2026, staying on the pulse of the conversations that matters to Melbourne, bringing their unique take on local stories, and delivering Australian radio\u2019s biggest moments, including fan favourites&nbsp;<em>Brekky in the Burbs<\/em>&nbsp;(live shows from Melbourne\u2019s suburbs)<em>&nbsp;<\/em>and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sca.com.au\/media-releases\/the-underdogs-set-for-a-magical-mcg-moment-thanks-to-the-foxs-fifi-fev-nick-and-carlton-football-club\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>The Underdogs<\/em><\/a>. This year, the team will also be heard nationally on&nbsp;<em>The Happy Hour with Fifi, Fev &amp; Nick<\/em>, airing from 6pm to 7pm weeknights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>On Triple M,&nbsp;<em>Mick in the Morning with Roo, Titus &amp; Rosie<\/em>&nbsp;returns in 2026 after a standout first year that delivered audience and share growth across the city. The show provides everything Triple M listeners want \u2013 breaking footy news, sharp commentary, big laughs, and an unfiltered take on the stories Melbourne is talking about. Mick Molloy, Nick Riewoldt, Titus O\u2019Reily, and Rosie Walton have quickly developed a winning formula that keeps Triple M\u2019s listeners coming back for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sydney&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Triple M Breakfast with&nbsp;<em>Beau, Cat &amp; Woodsy<\/em>, featuring NRL favourites Beau Ryan and Aaron Woods alongside seasoned broadcaster Cat Lynch, returns in 2026 serving up the&nbsp; latest sport news, entertainment, and stories that resonate with Sydney listeners. Now in its second year, the show will continue to build strong connections with local listeners, reflecting the humour, energy, and interests of the city\u2019s diverse suburbs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile 2DayFM\u2019s&nbsp;<em>Nath &amp; Emma<\/em>&nbsp;return in January, entertaining audiences in one of the country\u2019s most competitive radio markets with laughs, trending entertainment news, and the hits before they hit, creating an unmissable experience for listeners.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Brisbane<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SCA\u2019s Brisbane duopoly continues to be a major force in market with Triple M and B105 two of the city\u2019s most successful Breakfast shows. Triple M\u2019s&nbsp;<em>Marto, Margaux &amp; Dan<\/em>&nbsp;(Greg \u2018Marto\u2019 Martin, Margaux Parker and Dan Anstey) returns in 2026, while B105\u2019s&nbsp;<em>Stav, Abby &amp; Matt<\/em>&nbsp;(Stav Davidson, Abby Coleman and Matt Acton), is back for their ninth year. Between B105 and Triple M, SCA has held the number 1 spot in Brisbane (P10+) for 16 consecutive surveys, further cementing its dominant position in Brisbane.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Perth<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Popular Perth&nbsp; breakfast duo, Xavier Ellis and Katie Lamb, return to Triple M\u2019s<em>&nbsp;Xav &amp; Katie&nbsp;<\/em>after signing a multi-year deal. With Katie recently welcoming her first child in 2025, the duo will return with their trademark chemistry, cheeky banter and fresh blend of laughs and local stories that continue to connect with Perth audiences.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over on Mix94.5,&nbsp;<em>Pete &amp; Kymba&nbsp;<\/em>(Pete Curulli and Kymba Cahill) are also back for another big year and 2026 is set to be their biggest year yet, full of surprises, laughs and heartwarming content that they\u2019re known for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adelaide<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adelaide\u2019s number 1 FM Breakfast show, Triple M Breakfast with&nbsp;<em>Roo, Ditts &amp; Loz&nbsp;<\/em>(Mark Ricciuto, Chris Dittmar and Laura O\u2019Callaghan) returns in 2026 after dominating 22 out of the last 23 surveys, solidifying their position as the city\u2019s most trusted source of sport and local Adelaide content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SAFM\u2019s breakfast show will be bigger and brighter in 2026 with&nbsp;<em>Bel, Bernie &amp; Emma G<\/em>&nbsp;(Bel Sloane, Bernie Vince and Emma Georgiadis), kicking off mornings with laughs, heart, and a whole lot of energy. Following a standout year in 2025, where the team claimed the number 1 spot with females 25-54 for the first time, Emma G returns to SAFM alongside best mate Bernie, with Bel joining the team full time after winning over listeners during Emma\u2019s maternity leave. Listeners can expect a mix of hilarious stories, playful banter, and heartfelt moments as the team makes every morning feel fresh, relatable, and entertaining.<br><br><strong>Drive and nights&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nationally, Hit Network listeners can look forward to the return of the hilarious and heartwarming<em>&nbsp;Carrie &amp; Tommy<\/em>&nbsp;(Carrie&nbsp; Bickmore and Tommy Little) for the Drive home in 2026, continuing their eight-year run from 3pm to 6pm. Showcasing SCA\u2019s commitment to developing new talent,&nbsp;<em>The Hot Hits with Nic &amp; Loren<\/em>&nbsp;(Nic Kelly and Loren Barry) continues to provide listeners with access to huge celebrity guests, the latest music news, while shining a light on the incredible creativity and talent coming out of Australia. On Fridays (7pm \u2013 10pm) and Saturday mornings,&nbsp;<em>Lucy &amp; Nikki&nbsp;<\/em>(Lucy Jackson and Nikki Westcott) return to share the team\u2019s unique take on love and life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Triple M\u2019s newest recruits,<em>&nbsp;Lu &amp; Jarch,<\/em>&nbsp;have quickly made their mark in early Drive, with strong figures since joining the Triple M network in June last year. The duo will continue to deliver the laughs from 2pm to 4pm in 2026, setting the tone before the much-loved, AFL and NRL sport-focused&nbsp;<em>The Rush Hour<\/em>&nbsp;shows kick off from 4pm to 6pm across the country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having hosted Triple M\u2019s&nbsp;<em>The Rush Hour with JB &amp; Billy<\/em>&nbsp;for 16 years, James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless expanded their footprint beyond Melbourne and Tasmania in 2025, reaching new audiences in key AFL states \u2013 Adelaide, Perth, and regional stations across South Australia and Western Australia. The duo return in 2026 following a strong debut in their expanded markets, quickly becoming the number 1 Drive show (4pm\u20136pm) in Adelaide and building significant momentum in Perth, while also achieving a 20-year ratings high in Melbourne\u2019s Survey 4 (10.7% share), the best result in the timeslot since 2006.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Triple M\u2019s&nbsp;<em>The Rush Hour with Maroon, Hindy &amp; Millie,&nbsp;<\/em>hosted by Anthony Maroon, Nathan \u2018Hindy\u2019 Hindmarsh and Millie Elliott, will continue across metro and regional NSW. In Queensland&nbsp;<em>The Rush Hour with Dobbo &amp; Elliott<\/em>, hosted by Ben \u2018Dobbo\u2019 Dobbin and Elliott Lovejoy, will be joined by a rotating lineup of respected NRLW stars. Both shows will continue to deliver content that keeps fans informed, entertained, and connected to the game they love, with exclusive news and behind-the-scenes insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SCA\u2019s lineup returns on Monday, January 19, 2026, bringing fresh energy, familiar faces, and engaging, entertaining content across every platform. With a strong focus on audience connection, the network offers compelling opportunities for client integration and commercial partnerships within a brand-safe environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*&nbsp; Source: GFK Radio Ratings. Survey 7, 2025. Mon-Sun 5:30am-12mn unless otherwise specified. Share to All%. *GFK Radio Ratings. Survey 7, 2025. Melbourne, 6am-9am Mon-Fri. Cume.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SCA is set for a huge 2026, with the Hit and Triple M networks maintaining a strong and stable lineup, showcasing the company\u2019s strength, consistency, and unwavering commitment to live and local content.&nbsp; The Hit and Triple M networks will continue to deliver locally produced metro Breakfast shows, the most of any broadcast network, alongside &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/2026\/01\/18\/sca-launches-into-2026-with-a-proven-line-up-and-continued-focus-on-live-and-local\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;SCA Launches into 2026 with a Proven Line-Up and Continued Focus on Live and Local&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2189","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-australian"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2189","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2189"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2189\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2190,"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2189\/revisions\/2190"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2189"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2189"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2189"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}