KG and The General
Recently replaced Fiveaa drive co-host Ken "KG" Cunningham will host an internet based Sports show with Phil Smyth that will go head to head with Fiveaa's program. Related item Adelaide Advertiser
Sea change!
Kim Geale and Dave Noonan have quit their long running breakfast gig at Sea FM Hobart in search of new challenges.
"We both need some time out," said Noonan, who has been working for the radio station for 14 years.
"And we need to sleep," added Geale, who gets up at 4.20am every day ready to be on air at 5.30am.
"We've been together for eight years but it's been a big year and it's time for some changes. Related item here Hobart Mercury
"We both need some time out," said Noonan, who has been working for the radio station for 14 years.
"And we need to sleep," added Geale, who gets up at 4.20am every day ready to be on air at 5.30am.
"We've been together for eight years but it's been a big year and it's time for some changes. Related item here Hobart Mercury
Banned radio presenter angry over arrest
The board of Wollongong community radio station VOX FM says it still supports the program Struggle Street, despite taking its presenter Paul Matters off the air.
Mr Matters is one of up to four presenters at the New South Wales south coast station, who have been told not to return, but their ban is subject to an appeal.
He says he is considering charging police for illegal detention, pending a review of footage taken of his arrest.
Mr Matters says the cameraman, a local community activist, was told by police to turn his camera off.
"I'm checking the law on that, that is another serious attack on free speech and it seems to me that some senior police in Wollongong are very politically partisan," he said.
"Basically they have four police cars there with a police inspector, a sergeant and a number of other police which just indicates how political the whole thing now is."
SOURCE ABC
Mr Matters is one of up to four presenters at the New South Wales south coast station, who have been told not to return, but their ban is subject to an appeal.
He says he is considering charging police for illegal detention, pending a review of footage taken of his arrest.
Mr Matters says the cameraman, a local community activist, was told by police to turn his camera off.
"I'm checking the law on that, that is another serious attack on free speech and it seems to me that some senior police in Wollongong are very politically partisan," he said.
"Basically they have four police cars there with a police inspector, a sergeant and a number of other police which just indicates how political the whole thing now is."
SOURCE ABC
Kev drives you home in 2009
Kevin Mulchay joins the Adelaide's Triple M lineup in a fulltime capacity from January 27.
As he has demonstrated in a casual capacity over the past 12 months, Kev brings a wealth of talent, local knowledge, tremendous music knowledge, plus many years of experience which will further give Triple M's drive show a true point of difference 3-7pm.
Kevin also gets to straps on the coaches cap and will Produce Triple M Footy next season.
As he has demonstrated in a casual capacity over the past 12 months, Kev brings a wealth of talent, local knowledge, tremendous music knowledge, plus many years of experience which will further give Triple M's drive show a true point of difference 3-7pm.
Kevin also gets to straps on the coaches cap and will Produce Triple M Footy next season.
New Nova drive team announced
DMG's Nova network have announced their new national drive team. From Monday January 19th Ryan, Monty and Wippa will drive you home across the entire Nova network. Ryan Shelton and Monty AKA Kate Dimond have both worked on Nova together before while Michael "Wippa" Wipfli has recently departed Perth's 92.9 breakfast.
Former Crow Rowe to replace KG
Stephen Rowe, a former Adelaide Crows footballer, will replace Ken "KG" Cunningham on Fiveaa's drive time sports show. From January 19 Rowe will join co-host Graham Cornes who was once couch of Rowe at the Adelaide Crows Football Club.
The Em and Sam Mac show on 92.9
Sam Mac will join Emelia Rusciano on Perth's 92.9 breakfast from early next year. Sam replaces Michael "Wippa" Wipfli who has left Perth to return to Melbourne. Also joining the pair in an extended role will be Basil Zempilas. Basil will be in the studio from 6.30 until 8.30 and will be very much part of the show however his main role will be sport reporting. Em and Sam previously worked together on radio in Adelaide.
Richard let mum know he loved her
Much has been spoken about Richard Marsland's sad and lonely death last Saturday. The much loved and respected radio and comedy star took his own life and was found in his car at Shiprock Falls in Victoria's Dandenong Ranges.
It has been revealed that Richard's final words to his mother around 8.30 Friday night prior to his death were those that he often ended his phone calls home to Adelaide, "I'm fine mum", and "I love ya, I love ya, I love ya".
Richard's family have also revealed that he had fought a long battle with depression and that he had attempted to take his own life around 10 years ago. Extensive counselling got Richard back on track however just 2 months ago he told his parents he felt lonely and alone. Related item from The Sunday Mail here
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It has been revealed that Richard's final words to his mother around 8.30 Friday night prior to his death were those that he often ended his phone calls home to Adelaide, "I'm fine mum", and "I love ya, I love ya, I love ya".
Richard's family have also revealed that he had fought a long battle with depression and that he had attempted to take his own life around 10 years ago. Extensive counselling got Richard back on track however just 2 months ago he told his parents he felt lonely and alone. Related item from The Sunday Mail here
Feel you need to talk? LIFELINE on 131 114 or BEYONDBLUE on 1300 224 636
Fearless broadcaster Moore not Faine-hearted
Since July Ali Moore has guest hosted one of ABC local radio's premier morning radio programs. With a foreign posting in China and a decade of business reporting experience behind her, she has been standing in for Jon Faine as the Beijing Olympics and the biggest business story in decades unfolded. Full article
Nic gets the flick
One of the nice guys of radio was made redundant at Adelaide's Fiveaa yesterday. Program director Nic Nolan was informed Friday was to be his last day with the station. Nic who has been in radio for the best part of 35 years is sure to be snapped up and will no doubt surface again very soon.
KG final drive show at Fiveaa
Ken "KG" Cunningham presented his final drive program on Fiveaa today. Click on the following links to listen to KG's final show Part 1 2 3
Comedy duo hit bigtime: National breakfast radio gig
AFTER two years presenting their midnight to dawn show on Triple J, former Warrnambool comedians Tom Ballard and Alex Dyson are set to serve up weekend breakfast radio for listeners.
The pair has been working regular overnight shifts since making the leap to the national broadcaster from their
3WAY FM show.Ballard caught Triple J's attention with his performance at the station's Raw Comedy event. [link=http://www.standard.net.au/news/local/news/general/comedy-duo-hit-bigtime-national-breakfast-radio-gig/1384341.aspx?src=rss]More Warrnambool Standard[/link]
The pair has been working regular overnight shifts since making the leap to the national broadcaster from their
3WAY FM show.Ballard caught Triple J's attention with his performance at the station's Raw Comedy event. [link=http://www.standard.net.au/news/local/news/general/comedy-duo-hit-bigtime-national-breakfast-radio-gig/1384341.aspx?src=rss]More Warrnambool Standard[/link]
Emily gets Cage gig
Emily Jade O'Keefe will be part of 4MMM breakfast in 2009 it was anoounced today. Much hype surrounded the appointment with the station running "Ten Girls in Ten Days" trial to find who would fit best with the other members of The Cage.
CRA working with receiver manufacturers
Commercial Radio Australia is working with digital receiver manufacturers world-wide in a bid to ensure Australian radio listeners have an extensive range of digital receivers to choose from when the new DAB+ technology launches in May 2009.
Chief executive officer of Commercial Radio Australia (CRA), Joan Warner has recently returned from meetings with receiver manufacturers at a global DAB+ forum in Beijing and a digital radio summit in Tokyo attended by leading receiver manufacturers such as Sony, Panasonic and Pioneer, where she explained Australian digital radio would be launching with anything up to 30 channels per multiplex and extensive use of the new visual aspect of radio.
“Australian radio broadcasters going digital next year are planning to provide their listeners with a full range of digital services, including multi-media features from day one of the digital radio launch and we want listeners to have a great choice of well priced receivers to buy,” said Ms Warner.
To encourage receiver manufacturers to test and trial their products using DAB+, CRA has produced a comprehensive Ensemble Transport Interface (ETI) file that contains recorded material from the Australian digital radio trial that includes up to 32 channels, slide show images, Portable Network Graphic (PNG) logos and scrolling text.
This ETI file is being made available free of charge to receiver manufacturers all over the world to assist with the development of receivers that support the mix of audio and multimedia content that broadcasters will be likely to transmit when DAB+ digital radio launches in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane in May 2009.
In addition to the ETI file, CRA has also put together a DVD which demonstrates broadcaster commitment and retailer support for the Australian DAB+ launch. The DVD, targeting key receiver manufacturer decision makers is available in English, Japanese, Cantonese, Indonesian, Korean, Malay and Mandarin.
The DVD illustrates the progress of the digital radio rollout in Australia and highlights some of the radio industry’s plans for a comprehensive consumer marketing campaign.
“There are an estimated 50 million analogue radio receivers in Australia that we hope will be replaced over time by a new digital radio device. We want Australian listeners to tune in to the new free to air digital radio channels and ‘experience‘ the difference in the DAB+ digital technology,” said Ms Warner.
Receiver manufacturers are increasingly interested in supporting DAB+ as this is the standard already adopted in Australia, Switzerland, Malta and Hungary, to be launched in Germany and Italy in 2009 and likely to be the standard, in the Czech Republic, Malaysia China, much of Scandinavia and other European and Asian markets.
The following receiver manufacturers have formally advised that they will have DAB+ receivers available for Australia’s launch and others are working on product development –TEAC, Yamaha, Bush, Intempo, iRiver, PURE, Revo, Roberts Radio and Sangean.
For further information on digital radio in Australia visit: www.digitalradioplus.com.au
Chief executive officer of Commercial Radio Australia (CRA), Joan Warner has recently returned from meetings with receiver manufacturers at a global DAB+ forum in Beijing and a digital radio summit in Tokyo attended by leading receiver manufacturers such as Sony, Panasonic and Pioneer, where she explained Australian digital radio would be launching with anything up to 30 channels per multiplex and extensive use of the new visual aspect of radio.
“Australian radio broadcasters going digital next year are planning to provide their listeners with a full range of digital services, including multi-media features from day one of the digital radio launch and we want listeners to have a great choice of well priced receivers to buy,” said Ms Warner.
To encourage receiver manufacturers to test and trial their products using DAB+, CRA has produced a comprehensive Ensemble Transport Interface (ETI) file that contains recorded material from the Australian digital radio trial that includes up to 32 channels, slide show images, Portable Network Graphic (PNG) logos and scrolling text.
This ETI file is being made available free of charge to receiver manufacturers all over the world to assist with the development of receivers that support the mix of audio and multimedia content that broadcasters will be likely to transmit when DAB+ digital radio launches in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane in May 2009.
In addition to the ETI file, CRA has also put together a DVD which demonstrates broadcaster commitment and retailer support for the Australian DAB+ launch. The DVD, targeting key receiver manufacturer decision makers is available in English, Japanese, Cantonese, Indonesian, Korean, Malay and Mandarin.
The DVD illustrates the progress of the digital radio rollout in Australia and highlights some of the radio industry’s plans for a comprehensive consumer marketing campaign.
“There are an estimated 50 million analogue radio receivers in Australia that we hope will be replaced over time by a new digital radio device. We want Australian listeners to tune in to the new free to air digital radio channels and ‘experience‘ the difference in the DAB+ digital technology,” said Ms Warner.
Receiver manufacturers are increasingly interested in supporting DAB+ as this is the standard already adopted in Australia, Switzerland, Malta and Hungary, to be launched in Germany and Italy in 2009 and likely to be the standard, in the Czech Republic, Malaysia China, much of Scandinavia and other European and Asian markets.
The following receiver manufacturers have formally advised that they will have DAB+ receivers available for Australia’s launch and others are working on product development –TEAC, Yamaha, Bush, Intempo, iRiver, PURE, Revo, Roberts Radio and Sangean.
For further information on digital radio in Australia visit: www.digitalradioplus.com.au
Radar Radio launch by Austereo
Austereo is launching the country’s first commercial digital station, which will focus on unearthing new music talent.
Austereo launched the station called Radar Radio at an event in Sydney.
The station will be available on the internet immediately, and to people who have digital receivers from next year - except in Darwin.
Austereo said it would have a heavy focus on Aussie acts and undiscovered artists.
Austereo chief executive Michael Anderson said it was “an incredibly exciting venture”.
“Not just for listeners, but for the hundreds of undiscovered bands in Australia yearning for airplay,” Mr Anderson said.
“Digital radio gives us the opportunity to have more tightly targeted brands, and Radar Radio really shows the potential of digital radio.”
Austereo, which owns popular stations like 2Day FM and Triple M, has had success with podcasting, but this goes a step further as it is the first commercial digital station.
Listeners will be able to see details of the artist as each song is being played.
The station won’t have any big name voices.
“This is probably the first commercial radio station in Australia that isn’t going to have marquee names like Kyle and Jackie O, or Myf Warhurst and Pete Helliar,” an Austereo statement said.
“We’ll be using voice talent from our own ranks and also some new voices to tell listeners on Radar Radio about the great songs they’re listening to and the artists behind them.”
Austereo launched the station called Radar Radio at an event in Sydney.
The station will be available on the internet immediately, and to people who have digital receivers from next year - except in Darwin.
Austereo said it would have a heavy focus on Aussie acts and undiscovered artists.
Austereo chief executive Michael Anderson said it was “an incredibly exciting venture”.
“Not just for listeners, but for the hundreds of undiscovered bands in Australia yearning for airplay,” Mr Anderson said.
“Digital radio gives us the opportunity to have more tightly targeted brands, and Radar Radio really shows the potential of digital radio.”
Austereo, which owns popular stations like 2Day FM and Triple M, has had success with podcasting, but this goes a step further as it is the first commercial digital station.
Listeners will be able to see details of the artist as each song is being played.
The station won’t have any big name voices.
“This is probably the first commercial radio station in Australia that isn’t going to have marquee names like Kyle and Jackie O, or Myf Warhurst and Pete Helliar,” an Austereo statement said.
“We’ll be using voice talent from our own ranks and also some new voices to tell listeners on Radar Radio about the great songs they’re listening to and the artists behind them.”
Helmes launches National news in 2009.
Helmes Media Solutions have announced they will launch a national news service in 2009. They will be producing a 90 second bulletin 6am to 6pm ( Sydney time) from Monday the 19th of January.
The bulletin will include 60 seconds of national news and 30 seconds of national sport with short audio grabs included.
Delivery will be via email or ftp at 10 minutes to the hour.
To find out more drop by [link=http://www.helmes.com.au/index.html]Helmes home page[/link].
The bulletin will include 60 seconds of national news and 30 seconds of national sport with short audio grabs included.
Delivery will be via email or ftp at 10 minutes to the hour.
To find out more drop by [link=http://www.helmes.com.au/index.html]Helmes home page[/link].
Clark moves shifts at 2GB.
Philip Clark will sign off for the final time on 2GB drive tomorrow afternoon and will move to evenings from January 19. Clark replaces Murray Wilton, who was recently ousted by the station, in the 7.00 -9.00pm slot.
Jason Morrison will present 2GB drive in 2009.Related item SMH
Jason Morrison will present 2GB drive in 2009.Related item SMH
Moves not over by a long shot, axe is sharp
Word reaches us that a major station has been more than toying with replacing a number of their current on air presenters . The axe will fall swiftly if the rumours are correct.
Ed for breakfast?
It looks like Ed Kavalee will be part of Nova 100 breakfast in 2009, however whispers suggest he may end up elsewhere.
Albury duo heading South
Breakfast team Mel Hope and Greg Allan are leaving 105.7 The River in Albury and heading to LA FM in Launceston. They will kick off breakfast at the station in early 2009.
A gentleman and a joker
It's easy to say nice things about people after they die. But everybody had something good to say about Richard Marsland while he was still alive. His colleagues — and his competitors — invariably described him as "the nicest guy in radio". He was enormously generous, they said. One of the most decent blokes you'll ever meet. And it's true. In an industry where off-the-record attacks are rife, no one said anything bad about him to me. Not once. Full item [link=http://www.theage.com.au/news/entertainment/tv--radio/a-gentleman-and-a-joker/2008/12/10/1228584905819.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap1]The Age[/link]
Local radio plight heard
Premier John Brumby has thrown his support behind Bendigo’s community radio broadcasters.
He has urged the Federal Government to recognise the benefits of locally-produced content and the importance of local information reaching people in isolated areas.
In a letter to the Minister for Broadband, Communications and Digital Economy Stephen Conroy, Mr Brumby said the Victorian Government attached great importance to the service and effect community radio had on the wellbeing and everyday lives of Bendigo residents
Full item [link=http://www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au/news/local/news/general/local-radio-plight-heard/1383269.aspx]Bendigo Advertiser[/link]
He has urged the Federal Government to recognise the benefits of locally-produced content and the importance of local information reaching people in isolated areas.
In a letter to the Minister for Broadband, Communications and Digital Economy Stephen Conroy, Mr Brumby said the Victorian Government attached great importance to the service and effect community radio had on the wellbeing and everyday lives of Bendigo residents
Full item [link=http://www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au/news/local/news/general/local-radio-plight-heard/1383269.aspx]Bendigo Advertiser[/link]
Who will jump into the cage.
Expect an anouncement on Friday as to who will be the female co-host on 4MMM's The Cage in 2009. Bianca Dye or Emily Jade O'Keefe?
Brendan and Amanda sign for 3 more
WSFM have signed breakfast hosts Amanda Keller and Brendan Jones for 3 more years. Some weeks ago there were whispers that the duo might jump ship to 2MMM. At the same time there were further rumours that had this been the case Jono Coleman was tipped to jump into breakfast.
Talking of Coleman, 2009 will see him reunite with former on air partner Ian ‘Dano’ Rogerson. It is over 20 years since the pair were last together on radio. ‘The Jono & Dano Show’ will air in drive (4.00pm thru until 7.00pm) across WSFM, 4KQ, GOLD and a swag of regional stations from January 2009.
Talking of Coleman, 2009 will see him reunite with former on air partner Ian ‘Dano’ Rogerson. It is over 20 years since the pair were last together on radio. ‘The Jono & Dano Show’ will air in drive (4.00pm thru until 7.00pm) across WSFM, 4KQ, GOLD and a swag of regional stations from January 2009.
Tributes flow for Richard Marsland
Fans and friends have paid tribute to Melbourne breakfast radio host Richard Marsland, who was found dead in his car on a lonely stretch of road in Victoria's Dandenong Ranges.
A park ranger raised the alarm after finding the 32-year-old's body in his car at Shiprock Falls around 10.30am (AEDT) on Saturday but despite police resuscitation efforts, Marsland was later pronounced dead.
Victoria Police said an investigation had been launched and a brief would be passed to the state coroner but there were no suspicious circumstances.
Marsland started his radio career in Adelaide on SAFM, and went on to work for Fox FM, Triple J and Triple M. He also had several television credits to his name and was a regular writer for Rove Live as well as Shaun Micallef's SBS show Newstopia.
By Sunday, fans had flooded the website of Triple M, where Marsland co-hosted the breakfast program with Pete Helliar and Myf Warhurst.
[link=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Marsland]Wiki page[/link] [link=http://www.triplem.com.au/melbourne/shows/petemyf/features/richard_marsland.html]Triple M tributes[/link]
[link=http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=JmWXmOTTg4M]Richard Marsland Does The Vengabus! YouTube[/link]
[link=http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=krvcP_31O88]Vintage Richard Marsland from Adelaide YouTube[/link]
A park ranger raised the alarm after finding the 32-year-old's body in his car at Shiprock Falls around 10.30am (AEDT) on Saturday but despite police resuscitation efforts, Marsland was later pronounced dead.
Victoria Police said an investigation had been launched and a brief would be passed to the state coroner but there were no suspicious circumstances.
Marsland started his radio career in Adelaide on SAFM, and went on to work for Fox FM, Triple J and Triple M. He also had several television credits to his name and was a regular writer for Rove Live as well as Shaun Micallef's SBS show Newstopia.
By Sunday, fans had flooded the website of Triple M, where Marsland co-hosted the breakfast program with Pete Helliar and Myf Warhurst.
[link=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Marsland]Wiki page[/link] [link=http://www.triplem.com.au/melbourne/shows/petemyf/features/richard_marsland.html]Triple M tributes[/link]
[link=http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=JmWXmOTTg4M]Richard Marsland Does The Vengabus! YouTube[/link]
[link=http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=krvcP_31O88]Vintage Richard Marsland from Adelaide YouTube[/link]
Tim Blackwell to skip breakfast
Nova 100 breakfast anchor, Tim Blackwell, will leave the early mornings behind and is believed to have been offered a later timeslot gig with the station. Ed Kavalee who up and till now had been part of Nova's networked drive program will more than likely join breakfast alongside hosts Dave Hughes and Kate Langbroek.
Berner to share drive duties
Peter Berner will do drive at Triple M in 2009 - but only Tuesday to Thursday. Roy and HG are doing Monday and Friday drive.
Corey Layton joins Austereo
Corey Layton will join Austereo in Melbourne as their Creative Solutions Director. Corey who was with Nova prior to heading overseas is returning from working in radio in London over the last three years.
Akmal Saleh quits radio
Akmal Saleh is quitting radio to write a book and make a documentary movie.
Saleh said he'd had a "great ride" at with Nova during his two years hosting the popular national drive time show The Wrong Way Home but had decided on a new direction.
"My time with Nova has almost been a job," he joked.
"They expected so much of me, I was expected to show up daily and stay for the full three hours each weekday - their expectations were unreasonable."
Saleh is looking forward to writing a book after securing a deal with Random House, and he will return to his birthplace of Egypt to make a documentary.
He is also planning to go back to his roots with a new stand-up show.
"Akmal will continue to be a great mate of Nova while he travels around and we wish him well as he decides to knuckle down to write the book he has been talking about writing for ages," DMG Radio Group program director Dean Buchanan said.
Saleh will be on air until December 12.
An announcement about the future of the show and timeslot is expected in the next couple of weeks, a Nova spokeswoman said.
It is not yet known whether co-hosts Cal Wilson, who is due to give birth early next year, and Ed Kavalee will stay on.
Saleh said he'd had a "great ride" at with Nova during his two years hosting the popular national drive time show The Wrong Way Home but had decided on a new direction.
"My time with Nova has almost been a job," he joked.
"They expected so much of me, I was expected to show up daily and stay for the full three hours each weekday - their expectations were unreasonable."
Saleh is looking forward to writing a book after securing a deal with Random House, and he will return to his birthplace of Egypt to make a documentary.
He is also planning to go back to his roots with a new stand-up show.
"Akmal will continue to be a great mate of Nova while he travels around and we wish him well as he decides to knuckle down to write the book he has been talking about writing for ages," DMG Radio Group program director Dean Buchanan said.
Saleh will be on air until December 12.
An announcement about the future of the show and timeslot is expected in the next couple of weeks, a Nova spokeswoman said.
It is not yet known whether co-hosts Cal Wilson, who is due to give birth early next year, and Ed Kavalee will stay on.
Nat Foster quits 92.9 drive
The moves are coming thick and fast this time of the year. Nat Foster, part of 92.9's drive show, the Big Couch, has quit radio to join the RSPCA as an animal welfare officer.
Nat's co-hosts Dean Clairs and Shane McFarlane are on the look out for a new on air partner.
Nat's co-hosts Dean Clairs and Shane McFarlane are on the look out for a new on air partner.
The Duck does not fit with Triple M
Rob Duckworth has packed his bags and departed 2MMM. It is believed that he does not suit the style of music Triple M want to mix into their playlist - with station now spinning artist such as Potbelleez, MGMT, Sneaky Sound System and The Rogue Traders. Far from traditional 2MMM staples and probably best suited to stations such as NOVA and 2DAY FM.
If it is any solace for Rob Duckworth, his program rated the highest on the station in the latest ratings survey.
If it is any solace for Rob Duckworth, his program rated the highest on the station in the latest ratings survey.
Radio ratings round up
[link=http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,24741405-7582,00.html]The Australian [/link] [link=http://www.news.com.au/perthnow/story/0,21598,24740044-5005368,00.html]PerthNow[/link] [link=http://www.watoday.com.au/entertainment/wippas-wandering-for-love-20081202-6pk3.html]WA today[/link]
Vale Paul Hardy
Voice over artist Paul Hardy has passed away suddenly from what is believed to be a heart condition. Paul is best known as the voice of retailers Harvey Norman and Rebel Sports.
Wippa quits 92.9
Perth’s 92.9 breakfast co-host Wippa, AKA Michael Wipfli, has announced that he has resigned to head back to Melbourne to be with girlfriend, Georgie.
On air partner Emilia Rusciano or Em as she is known to listeners is believed to be staying with 92.9 and the hunt is on for a new co-host.
On air partner Emilia Rusciano or Em as she is known to listeners is believed to be staying with 92.9 and the hunt is on for a new co-host.
Tim McDermott new General Manager of 2UE
The Fairfax Radio Network is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim McDermott as General Manager of 2UE.
Tim has worked in the radio industry for over 20 years has held a variety of senior executive positions.
Radio has always been my passion and working with an iconic station such as 2UE is both an honour and an amazing challenge to help return 2UE to its rightful place as one of Sydney’s leading radio stations in ratings and revenue.
Working for a major media organisation such as Fairfax will be very exciting and the synergies that exist between the various Fairfax media properties is something that I will be very keen to pursue on behalf of 2UE’s key MediaAgencies and clients.
Fairfax Radio Network General Manager, Graham Mott, sees the appointment of someone with such a strong sales background as vital to the continuing improvement of 2UE.
Tim’s experience and passion will help drive 2UE and add value to our network sales operation. Tim will commence on Monday 20 January 2009.
Tim has worked in the radio industry for over 20 years has held a variety of senior executive positions.
Radio has always been my passion and working with an iconic station such as 2UE is both an honour and an amazing challenge to help return 2UE to its rightful place as one of Sydney’s leading radio stations in ratings and revenue.
Working for a major media organisation such as Fairfax will be very exciting and the synergies that exist between the various Fairfax media properties is something that I will be very keen to pursue on behalf of 2UE’s key MediaAgencies and clients.
Fairfax Radio Network General Manager, Graham Mott, sees the appointment of someone with such a strong sales background as vital to the continuing improvement of 2UE.
Tim’s experience and passion will help drive 2UE and add value to our network sales operation. Tim will commence on Monday 20 January 2009.
Triple J presenters: Hello & Goodbye
Triple J keeps it fresh with a number of on-air changes for 2009.
The Dools and Linda show (weekdays 3pm) will be re-configured in 2009 without Linda Marigliano as she has chosen to take next year off to travel. The show will continue with Scott Dooley in the driver’s seat.
It’s been a great year for the show: ratings growth, the development of an outstanding on-air partnership and some truly hilarious radio. triple j Manager Linda Bracken says of Linda’s departure “It’s been wonderful having Linda as part of the family, she has a unique way of connecting with her audience and it’s been great to see her talent mature. We wish her happy and safe travels”.
Listeners will be able to stay up to date with Linda when she calls in to share her OS adventures.
It’s goodbye and good luck to HG Nelson (Greig Pickhaver) and "Rampaging" Roy Slaven (John Doyle). The pair has decided to head off to the world of commercial radio after 22 years of presenting the superb This Sporting Life (Sundays 2pm). Roy and HG have produced some amazing radio during their time on triple j. Who could forget their ‘Festival Of The Boot’, ‘Golden Ring Show’, coverage of the 2007 Federal election ‘Indecision 07’ or their insatiable ability to make the serious trivial and the trivial serious. Linda Bracken expressed her sadness at Roy and HG’s departure “They are more than a radio program, they have become their own radio comedy genre. It’s been a joy and a privilege to work with them. They will be missed but we wish them all the best for the future”.
triple j is very excited to introduce new talent Tom Ballard (19) and Alex Dyson (20) who we discovered in Warrnambool, Victoria in 2006 and have been nurturing ever since. They will move from the overnight shift to weekend breakfast (weekends 6.am to 10.am). Now based in Melbourne, comedian Tom Ballard (a finalist in Raw Comedy competition 2006) and uni student Alex Dyson says of the change "We’re delighted to be taking over from the wonderful and irreverent Sam Simmons, and keen to break the stereotype that young guys don't get up early on weekends".
Sam Simmons leaves weekend breakfast duties to spend more late nights on his stand-up career but will continue with triple j as a comedy writer and Breakfast special guest.
These changes are effective Monday 5 January 2009. The triple j team is looking forward to 2009 and the opportunity to continue what they do best: producing great radio and discovering the best new music.
The Dools and Linda show (weekdays 3pm) will be re-configured in 2009 without Linda Marigliano as she has chosen to take next year off to travel. The show will continue with Scott Dooley in the driver’s seat.
It’s been a great year for the show: ratings growth, the development of an outstanding on-air partnership and some truly hilarious radio. triple j Manager Linda Bracken says of Linda’s departure “It’s been wonderful having Linda as part of the family, she has a unique way of connecting with her audience and it’s been great to see her talent mature. We wish her happy and safe travels”.
Listeners will be able to stay up to date with Linda when she calls in to share her OS adventures.
It’s goodbye and good luck to HG Nelson (Greig Pickhaver) and "Rampaging" Roy Slaven (John Doyle). The pair has decided to head off to the world of commercial radio after 22 years of presenting the superb This Sporting Life (Sundays 2pm). Roy and HG have produced some amazing radio during their time on triple j. Who could forget their ‘Festival Of The Boot’, ‘Golden Ring Show’, coverage of the 2007 Federal election ‘Indecision 07’ or their insatiable ability to make the serious trivial and the trivial serious. Linda Bracken expressed her sadness at Roy and HG’s departure “They are more than a radio program, they have become their own radio comedy genre. It’s been a joy and a privilege to work with them. They will be missed but we wish them all the best for the future”.
triple j is very excited to introduce new talent Tom Ballard (19) and Alex Dyson (20) who we discovered in Warrnambool, Victoria in 2006 and have been nurturing ever since. They will move from the overnight shift to weekend breakfast (weekends 6.am to 10.am). Now based in Melbourne, comedian Tom Ballard (a finalist in Raw Comedy competition 2006) and uni student Alex Dyson says of the change "We’re delighted to be taking over from the wonderful and irreverent Sam Simmons, and keen to break the stereotype that young guys don't get up early on weekends".
Sam Simmons leaves weekend breakfast duties to spend more late nights on his stand-up career but will continue with triple j as a comedy writer and Breakfast special guest.
These changes are effective Monday 5 January 2009. The triple j team is looking forward to 2009 and the opportunity to continue what they do best: producing great radio and discovering the best new music.
LAFM launches with the 89.3 days of summer.
LAFM launches Monday with the 89.3 days of summer.
Backed with a heavy promotional and branding strategy including LAFM Tune Up Stations and Midday Mini Concerts at iconic Launceston locations for the first 2 weeks, where LAFM will provide music, lunch and a bunch of freebies.
The Grant Broadcasters owned 89.3 LAFM has undergone an amazing transformation over the last few months in readiness for the launch. Far more than throwing on a new logo, this launch is being backed with television, press, taxi backs, outdoor, direct mail, event ownership and a fresh sound.
From Monday 89.3 LAFM will provide local programming 24 hours per day 7 days per week.
The 2 weeks leading up to the launch has seen various parts of the brand released for public consumption and from a programming point of view listeners have been very vocal on the ‘Revamp Line’ as to how they want their new radio station to sound.
This programming initiative culminated in 5 different formats played out over 5 days, the listener feedback has been overwhelmingly positive and sometimes hilarious. Monday was classic hits, Tuesday was Hot country, Wednesday was Awesome 80’s day , Thursday was Hit Music day and Friday was a day of 70’s music.
Launceston has been waiting for commercial FM to arrive for some time and it’s finally here.
Check LAFM's new website…[link=http://www.lafm.com.au ]www.lafm.com.au [/link]and take a peek at their tvc and summer jingle.
Backed with a heavy promotional and branding strategy including LAFM Tune Up Stations and Midday Mini Concerts at iconic Launceston locations for the first 2 weeks, where LAFM will provide music, lunch and a bunch of freebies.
The Grant Broadcasters owned 89.3 LAFM has undergone an amazing transformation over the last few months in readiness for the launch. Far more than throwing on a new logo, this launch is being backed with television, press, taxi backs, outdoor, direct mail, event ownership and a fresh sound.
From Monday 89.3 LAFM will provide local programming 24 hours per day 7 days per week.
The 2 weeks leading up to the launch has seen various parts of the brand released for public consumption and from a programming point of view listeners have been very vocal on the ‘Revamp Line’ as to how they want their new radio station to sound.
This programming initiative culminated in 5 different formats played out over 5 days, the listener feedback has been overwhelmingly positive and sometimes hilarious. Monday was classic hits, Tuesday was Hot country, Wednesday was Awesome 80’s day , Thursday was Hit Music day and Friday was a day of 70’s music.
Launceston has been waiting for commercial FM to arrive for some time and it’s finally here.
Check LAFM's new website…[link=http://www.lafm.com.au ]www.lafm.com.au [/link]and take a peek at their tvc and summer jingle.
KG and The General
Friday, December 26, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Recently replaced Fiveaa drive co-host Ken "KG" Cunningham will host an internet based Sports show with Phil Smyth that will go head to head with Fiveaa's program. Related item Adelaide Advertiser
Sea change!
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Kim Geale and Dave Noonan have quit their long running breakfast gig at Sea FM Hobart in search of new challenges.
"We both need some time out," said Noonan, who has been working for the radio station for 14 years.
"And we need to sleep," added Geale, who gets up at 4.20am every day ready to be on air at 5.30am.
"We've been together for eight years but it's been a big year and it's time for some changes. Related item here Hobart Mercury
"We both need some time out," said Noonan, who has been working for the radio station for 14 years.
"And we need to sleep," added Geale, who gets up at 4.20am every day ready to be on air at 5.30am.
"We've been together for eight years but it's been a big year and it's time for some changes. Related item here Hobart Mercury
The board of Wollongong community radio station VOX FM says it still supports the program Struggle Street, despite taking its presenter Paul Matters off the air.
Mr Matters is one of up to four presenters at the New South Wales south coast station, who have been told not to return, but their ban is subject to an appeal.
He says he is considering charging police for illegal detention, pending a review of footage taken of his arrest.
Mr Matters says the cameraman, a local community activist, was told by police to turn his camera off.
"I'm checking the law on that, that is another serious attack on free speech and it seems to me that some senior police in Wollongong are very politically partisan," he said.
"Basically they have four police cars there with a police inspector, a sergeant and a number of other police which just indicates how political the whole thing now is."
SOURCE ABC
Mr Matters is one of up to four presenters at the New South Wales south coast station, who have been told not to return, but their ban is subject to an appeal.
He says he is considering charging police for illegal detention, pending a review of footage taken of his arrest.
Mr Matters says the cameraman, a local community activist, was told by police to turn his camera off.
"I'm checking the law on that, that is another serious attack on free speech and it seems to me that some senior police in Wollongong are very politically partisan," he said.
"Basically they have four police cars there with a police inspector, a sergeant and a number of other police which just indicates how political the whole thing now is."
SOURCE ABC
Kev drives you home in 2009
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Kevin Mulchay joins the Adelaide's Triple M lineup in a fulltime capacity from January 27.
As he has demonstrated in a casual capacity over the past 12 months, Kev brings a wealth of talent, local knowledge, tremendous music knowledge, plus many years of experience which will further give Triple M's drive show a true point of difference 3-7pm.
Kevin also gets to straps on the coaches cap and will Produce Triple M Footy next season.
As he has demonstrated in a casual capacity over the past 12 months, Kev brings a wealth of talent, local knowledge, tremendous music knowledge, plus many years of experience which will further give Triple M's drive show a true point of difference 3-7pm.
Kevin also gets to straps on the coaches cap and will Produce Triple M Footy next season.
New Nova drive team announced
Monday, December 15, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
DMG's Nova network have announced their new national drive team. From Monday January 19th Ryan, Monty and Wippa will drive you home across the entire Nova network. Ryan Shelton and Monty AKA Kate Dimond have both worked on Nova together before while Michael "Wippa" Wipfli has recently departed Perth's 92.9 breakfast.
Former Crow Rowe to replace KG
Sunday, December 14, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Stephen Rowe, a former Adelaide Crows footballer, will replace Ken "KG" Cunningham on Fiveaa's drive time sports show. From January 19 Rowe will join co-host Graham Cornes who was once couch of Rowe at the Adelaide Crows Football Club.
The Em and Sam Mac show on 92.9
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Sam Mac will join Emelia Rusciano on Perth's 92.9 breakfast from early next year. Sam replaces Michael "Wippa" Wipfli who has left Perth to return to Melbourne. Also joining the pair in an extended role will be Basil Zempilas. Basil will be in the studio from 6.30 until 8.30 and will be very much part of the show however his main role will be sport reporting. Em and Sam previously worked together on radio in Adelaide.
Richard let mum know he loved her
Saturday, December 13, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 1 comments »
Much has been spoken about Richard Marsland's sad and lonely death last Saturday. The much loved and respected radio and comedy star took his own life and was found in his car at Shiprock Falls in Victoria's Dandenong Ranges.
It has been revealed that Richard's final words to his mother around 8.30 Friday night prior to his death were those that he often ended his phone calls home to Adelaide, "I'm fine mum", and "I love ya, I love ya, I love ya".
Richard's family have also revealed that he had fought a long battle with depression and that he had attempted to take his own life around 10 years ago. Extensive counselling got Richard back on track however just 2 months ago he told his parents he felt lonely and alone. Related item from The Sunday Mail here
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It has been revealed that Richard's final words to his mother around 8.30 Friday night prior to his death were those that he often ended his phone calls home to Adelaide, "I'm fine mum", and "I love ya, I love ya, I love ya".
Richard's family have also revealed that he had fought a long battle with depression and that he had attempted to take his own life around 10 years ago. Extensive counselling got Richard back on track however just 2 months ago he told his parents he felt lonely and alone. Related item from The Sunday Mail here
Feel you need to talk? LIFELINE on 131 114 or BEYONDBLUE on 1300 224 636
Fearless broadcaster Moore not Faine-hearted
Friday, December 12, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Since July Ali Moore has guest hosted one of ABC local radio's premier morning radio programs. With a foreign posting in China and a decade of business reporting experience behind her, she has been standing in for Jon Faine as the Beijing Olympics and the biggest business story in decades unfolded. Full article
Nic gets the flick
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One of the nice guys of radio was made redundant at Adelaide's Fiveaa yesterday. Program director Nic Nolan was informed Friday was to be his last day with the station. Nic who has been in radio for the best part of 35 years is sure to be snapped up and will no doubt surface again very soon.
KG final drive show at Fiveaa
Thursday, December 11, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Ken "KG" Cunningham presented his final drive program on Fiveaa today. Click on the following links to listen to KG's final show Part 1 2 3
AFTER two years presenting their midnight to dawn show on Triple J, former Warrnambool comedians Tom Ballard and Alex Dyson are set to serve up weekend breakfast radio for listeners.
The pair has been working regular overnight shifts since making the leap to the national broadcaster from their
3WAY FM show.Ballard caught Triple J's attention with his performance at the station's Raw Comedy event. [link=http://www.standard.net.au/news/local/news/general/comedy-duo-hit-bigtime-national-breakfast-radio-gig/1384341.aspx?src=rss]More Warrnambool Standard[/link]
The pair has been working regular overnight shifts since making the leap to the national broadcaster from their
3WAY FM show.Ballard caught Triple J's attention with his performance at the station's Raw Comedy event. [link=http://www.standard.net.au/news/local/news/general/comedy-duo-hit-bigtime-national-breakfast-radio-gig/1384341.aspx?src=rss]More Warrnambool Standard[/link]
Emily gets Cage gig
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Emily Jade O'Keefe will be part of 4MMM breakfast in 2009 it was anoounced today. Much hype surrounded the appointment with the station running "Ten Girls in Ten Days" trial to find who would fit best with the other members of The Cage.
CRA working with receiver manufacturers
Wednesday, December 10, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Commercial Radio Australia is working with digital receiver manufacturers world-wide in a bid to ensure Australian radio listeners have an extensive range of digital receivers to choose from when the new DAB+ technology launches in May 2009.
Chief executive officer of Commercial Radio Australia (CRA), Joan Warner has recently returned from meetings with receiver manufacturers at a global DAB+ forum in Beijing and a digital radio summit in Tokyo attended by leading receiver manufacturers such as Sony, Panasonic and Pioneer, where she explained Australian digital radio would be launching with anything up to 30 channels per multiplex and extensive use of the new visual aspect of radio.
“Australian radio broadcasters going digital next year are planning to provide their listeners with a full range of digital services, including multi-media features from day one of the digital radio launch and we want listeners to have a great choice of well priced receivers to buy,” said Ms Warner.
To encourage receiver manufacturers to test and trial their products using DAB+, CRA has produced a comprehensive Ensemble Transport Interface (ETI) file that contains recorded material from the Australian digital radio trial that includes up to 32 channels, slide show images, Portable Network Graphic (PNG) logos and scrolling text.
This ETI file is being made available free of charge to receiver manufacturers all over the world to assist with the development of receivers that support the mix of audio and multimedia content that broadcasters will be likely to transmit when DAB+ digital radio launches in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane in May 2009.
In addition to the ETI file, CRA has also put together a DVD which demonstrates broadcaster commitment and retailer support for the Australian DAB+ launch. The DVD, targeting key receiver manufacturer decision makers is available in English, Japanese, Cantonese, Indonesian, Korean, Malay and Mandarin.
The DVD illustrates the progress of the digital radio rollout in Australia and highlights some of the radio industry’s plans for a comprehensive consumer marketing campaign.
“There are an estimated 50 million analogue radio receivers in Australia that we hope will be replaced over time by a new digital radio device. We want Australian listeners to tune in to the new free to air digital radio channels and ‘experience‘ the difference in the DAB+ digital technology,” said Ms Warner.
Receiver manufacturers are increasingly interested in supporting DAB+ as this is the standard already adopted in Australia, Switzerland, Malta and Hungary, to be launched in Germany and Italy in 2009 and likely to be the standard, in the Czech Republic, Malaysia China, much of Scandinavia and other European and Asian markets.
The following receiver manufacturers have formally advised that they will have DAB+ receivers available for Australia’s launch and others are working on product development –TEAC, Yamaha, Bush, Intempo, iRiver, PURE, Revo, Roberts Radio and Sangean.
For further information on digital radio in Australia visit: www.digitalradioplus.com.au
Chief executive officer of Commercial Radio Australia (CRA), Joan Warner has recently returned from meetings with receiver manufacturers at a global DAB+ forum in Beijing and a digital radio summit in Tokyo attended by leading receiver manufacturers such as Sony, Panasonic and Pioneer, where she explained Australian digital radio would be launching with anything up to 30 channels per multiplex and extensive use of the new visual aspect of radio.
“Australian radio broadcasters going digital next year are planning to provide their listeners with a full range of digital services, including multi-media features from day one of the digital radio launch and we want listeners to have a great choice of well priced receivers to buy,” said Ms Warner.
To encourage receiver manufacturers to test and trial their products using DAB+, CRA has produced a comprehensive Ensemble Transport Interface (ETI) file that contains recorded material from the Australian digital radio trial that includes up to 32 channels, slide show images, Portable Network Graphic (PNG) logos and scrolling text.
This ETI file is being made available free of charge to receiver manufacturers all over the world to assist with the development of receivers that support the mix of audio and multimedia content that broadcasters will be likely to transmit when DAB+ digital radio launches in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane in May 2009.
In addition to the ETI file, CRA has also put together a DVD which demonstrates broadcaster commitment and retailer support for the Australian DAB+ launch. The DVD, targeting key receiver manufacturer decision makers is available in English, Japanese, Cantonese, Indonesian, Korean, Malay and Mandarin.
The DVD illustrates the progress of the digital radio rollout in Australia and highlights some of the radio industry’s plans for a comprehensive consumer marketing campaign.
“There are an estimated 50 million analogue radio receivers in Australia that we hope will be replaced over time by a new digital radio device. We want Australian listeners to tune in to the new free to air digital radio channels and ‘experience‘ the difference in the DAB+ digital technology,” said Ms Warner.
Receiver manufacturers are increasingly interested in supporting DAB+ as this is the standard already adopted in Australia, Switzerland, Malta and Hungary, to be launched in Germany and Italy in 2009 and likely to be the standard, in the Czech Republic, Malaysia China, much of Scandinavia and other European and Asian markets.
The following receiver manufacturers have formally advised that they will have DAB+ receivers available for Australia’s launch and others are working on product development –TEAC, Yamaha, Bush, Intempo, iRiver, PURE, Revo, Roberts Radio and Sangean.
For further information on digital radio in Australia visit: www.digitalradioplus.com.au
Radar Radio launch by Austereo
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Austereo is launching the country’s first commercial digital station, which will focus on unearthing new music talent.
Austereo launched the station called Radar Radio at an event in Sydney.
The station will be available on the internet immediately, and to people who have digital receivers from next year - except in Darwin.
Austereo said it would have a heavy focus on Aussie acts and undiscovered artists.
Austereo chief executive Michael Anderson said it was “an incredibly exciting venture”.
“Not just for listeners, but for the hundreds of undiscovered bands in Australia yearning for airplay,” Mr Anderson said.
“Digital radio gives us the opportunity to have more tightly targeted brands, and Radar Radio really shows the potential of digital radio.”
Austereo, which owns popular stations like 2Day FM and Triple M, has had success with podcasting, but this goes a step further as it is the first commercial digital station.
Listeners will be able to see details of the artist as each song is being played.
The station won’t have any big name voices.
“This is probably the first commercial radio station in Australia that isn’t going to have marquee names like Kyle and Jackie O, or Myf Warhurst and Pete Helliar,” an Austereo statement said.
“We’ll be using voice talent from our own ranks and also some new voices to tell listeners on Radar Radio about the great songs they’re listening to and the artists behind them.”
Austereo launched the station called Radar Radio at an event in Sydney.
The station will be available on the internet immediately, and to people who have digital receivers from next year - except in Darwin.
Austereo said it would have a heavy focus on Aussie acts and undiscovered artists.
Austereo chief executive Michael Anderson said it was “an incredibly exciting venture”.
“Not just for listeners, but for the hundreds of undiscovered bands in Australia yearning for airplay,” Mr Anderson said.
“Digital radio gives us the opportunity to have more tightly targeted brands, and Radar Radio really shows the potential of digital radio.”
Austereo, which owns popular stations like 2Day FM and Triple M, has had success with podcasting, but this goes a step further as it is the first commercial digital station.
Listeners will be able to see details of the artist as each song is being played.
The station won’t have any big name voices.
“This is probably the first commercial radio station in Australia that isn’t going to have marquee names like Kyle and Jackie O, or Myf Warhurst and Pete Helliar,” an Austereo statement said.
“We’ll be using voice talent from our own ranks and also some new voices to tell listeners on Radar Radio about the great songs they’re listening to and the artists behind them.”
Helmes Media Solutions have announced they will launch a national news service in 2009. They will be producing a 90 second bulletin 6am to 6pm ( Sydney time) from Monday the 19th of January.
The bulletin will include 60 seconds of national news and 30 seconds of national sport with short audio grabs included.
Delivery will be via email or ftp at 10 minutes to the hour.
To find out more drop by [link=http://www.helmes.com.au/index.html]Helmes home page[/link].
The bulletin will include 60 seconds of national news and 30 seconds of national sport with short audio grabs included.
Delivery will be via email or ftp at 10 minutes to the hour.
To find out more drop by [link=http://www.helmes.com.au/index.html]Helmes home page[/link].
Clark moves shifts at 2GB.
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Philip Clark will sign off for the final time on 2GB drive tomorrow afternoon and will move to evenings from January 19. Clark replaces Murray Wilton, who was recently ousted by the station, in the 7.00 -9.00pm slot.
Jason Morrison will present 2GB drive in 2009.Related item SMH
Jason Morrison will present 2GB drive in 2009.Related item SMH
5KA from the time tunnel
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Here is a classic TVC from former Adelaide station 5KA
Word reaches us that a major station has been more than toying with replacing a number of their current on air presenters . The axe will fall swiftly if the rumours are correct.
Ed for breakfast?
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It looks like Ed Kavalee will be part of Nova 100 breakfast in 2009, however whispers suggest he may end up elsewhere.
Albury duo heading South
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Breakfast team Mel Hope and Greg Allan are leaving 105.7 The River in Albury and heading to LA FM in Launceston. They will kick off breakfast at the station in early 2009.
A gentleman and a joker
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It's easy to say nice things about people after they die. But everybody had something good to say about Richard Marsland while he was still alive. His colleagues — and his competitors — invariably described him as "the nicest guy in radio". He was enormously generous, they said. One of the most decent blokes you'll ever meet. And it's true. In an industry where off-the-record attacks are rife, no one said anything bad about him to me. Not once. Full item [link=http://www.theage.com.au/news/entertainment/tv--radio/a-gentleman-and-a-joker/2008/12/10/1228584905819.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap1]The Age[/link]
Local radio plight heard
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Premier John Brumby has thrown his support behind Bendigo’s community radio broadcasters.
He has urged the Federal Government to recognise the benefits of locally-produced content and the importance of local information reaching people in isolated areas.
In a letter to the Minister for Broadband, Communications and Digital Economy Stephen Conroy, Mr Brumby said the Victorian Government attached great importance to the service and effect community radio had on the wellbeing and everyday lives of Bendigo residents
Full item [link=http://www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au/news/local/news/general/local-radio-plight-heard/1383269.aspx]Bendigo Advertiser[/link]
He has urged the Federal Government to recognise the benefits of locally-produced content and the importance of local information reaching people in isolated areas.
In a letter to the Minister for Broadband, Communications and Digital Economy Stephen Conroy, Mr Brumby said the Victorian Government attached great importance to the service and effect community radio had on the wellbeing and everyday lives of Bendigo residents
Full item [link=http://www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au/news/local/news/general/local-radio-plight-heard/1383269.aspx]Bendigo Advertiser[/link]
Who will jump into the cage.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Expect an anouncement on Friday as to who will be the female co-host on 4MMM's The Cage in 2009. Bianca Dye or Emily Jade O'Keefe?
Brendan and Amanda sign for 3 more
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WSFM have signed breakfast hosts Amanda Keller and Brendan Jones for 3 more years. Some weeks ago there were whispers that the duo might jump ship to 2MMM. At the same time there were further rumours that had this been the case Jono Coleman was tipped to jump into breakfast.
Talking of Coleman, 2009 will see him reunite with former on air partner Ian ‘Dano’ Rogerson. It is over 20 years since the pair were last together on radio. ‘The Jono & Dano Show’ will air in drive (4.00pm thru until 7.00pm) across WSFM, 4KQ, GOLD and a swag of regional stations from January 2009.
Talking of Coleman, 2009 will see him reunite with former on air partner Ian ‘Dano’ Rogerson. It is over 20 years since the pair were last together on radio. ‘The Jono & Dano Show’ will air in drive (4.00pm thru until 7.00pm) across WSFM, 4KQ, GOLD and a swag of regional stations from January 2009.
Tributes flow for Richard Marsland
Saturday, December 6, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 1 comments »
Fans and friends have paid tribute to Melbourne breakfast radio host Richard Marsland, who was found dead in his car on a lonely stretch of road in Victoria's Dandenong Ranges.
A park ranger raised the alarm after finding the 32-year-old's body in his car at Shiprock Falls around 10.30am (AEDT) on Saturday but despite police resuscitation efforts, Marsland was later pronounced dead.
Victoria Police said an investigation had been launched and a brief would be passed to the state coroner but there were no suspicious circumstances.
Marsland started his radio career in Adelaide on SAFM, and went on to work for Fox FM, Triple J and Triple M. He also had several television credits to his name and was a regular writer for Rove Live as well as Shaun Micallef's SBS show Newstopia.
By Sunday, fans had flooded the website of Triple M, where Marsland co-hosted the breakfast program with Pete Helliar and Myf Warhurst.
[link=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Marsland]Wiki page[/link] [link=http://www.triplem.com.au/melbourne/shows/petemyf/features/richard_marsland.html]Triple M tributes[/link]
[link=http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=JmWXmOTTg4M]Richard Marsland Does The Vengabus! YouTube[/link]
[link=http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=krvcP_31O88]Vintage Richard Marsland from Adelaide YouTube[/link]
A park ranger raised the alarm after finding the 32-year-old's body in his car at Shiprock Falls around 10.30am (AEDT) on Saturday but despite police resuscitation efforts, Marsland was later pronounced dead.
Victoria Police said an investigation had been launched and a brief would be passed to the state coroner but there were no suspicious circumstances.
Marsland started his radio career in Adelaide on SAFM, and went on to work for Fox FM, Triple J and Triple M. He also had several television credits to his name and was a regular writer for Rove Live as well as Shaun Micallef's SBS show Newstopia.
By Sunday, fans had flooded the website of Triple M, where Marsland co-hosted the breakfast program with Pete Helliar and Myf Warhurst.
[link=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Marsland]Wiki page[/link] [link=http://www.triplem.com.au/melbourne/shows/petemyf/features/richard_marsland.html]Triple M tributes[/link]
[link=http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=JmWXmOTTg4M]Richard Marsland Does The Vengabus! YouTube[/link]
[link=http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=krvcP_31O88]Vintage Richard Marsland from Adelaide YouTube[/link]
Tim Blackwell to skip breakfast
Wednesday, December 3, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Nova 100 breakfast anchor, Tim Blackwell, will leave the early mornings behind and is believed to have been offered a later timeslot gig with the station. Ed Kavalee who up and till now had been part of Nova's networked drive program will more than likely join breakfast alongside hosts Dave Hughes and Kate Langbroek.
Berner to share drive duties
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Peter Berner will do drive at Triple M in 2009 - but only Tuesday to Thursday. Roy and HG are doing Monday and Friday drive.
Corey Layton joins Austereo
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Corey Layton will join Austereo in Melbourne as their Creative Solutions Director. Corey who was with Nova prior to heading overseas is returning from working in radio in London over the last three years.
Akmal Saleh quits radio
Tuesday, December 2, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Akmal Saleh is quitting radio to write a book and make a documentary movie.
Saleh said he'd had a "great ride" at with Nova during his two years hosting the popular national drive time show The Wrong Way Home but had decided on a new direction.
"My time with Nova has almost been a job," he joked.
"They expected so much of me, I was expected to show up daily and stay for the full three hours each weekday - their expectations were unreasonable."
Saleh is looking forward to writing a book after securing a deal with Random House, and he will return to his birthplace of Egypt to make a documentary.
He is also planning to go back to his roots with a new stand-up show.
"Akmal will continue to be a great mate of Nova while he travels around and we wish him well as he decides to knuckle down to write the book he has been talking about writing for ages," DMG Radio Group program director Dean Buchanan said.
Saleh will be on air until December 12.
An announcement about the future of the show and timeslot is expected in the next couple of weeks, a Nova spokeswoman said.
It is not yet known whether co-hosts Cal Wilson, who is due to give birth early next year, and Ed Kavalee will stay on.
Saleh said he'd had a "great ride" at with Nova during his two years hosting the popular national drive time show The Wrong Way Home but had decided on a new direction.
"My time with Nova has almost been a job," he joked.
"They expected so much of me, I was expected to show up daily and stay for the full three hours each weekday - their expectations were unreasonable."
Saleh is looking forward to writing a book after securing a deal with Random House, and he will return to his birthplace of Egypt to make a documentary.
He is also planning to go back to his roots with a new stand-up show.
"Akmal will continue to be a great mate of Nova while he travels around and we wish him well as he decides to knuckle down to write the book he has been talking about writing for ages," DMG Radio Group program director Dean Buchanan said.
Saleh will be on air until December 12.
An announcement about the future of the show and timeslot is expected in the next couple of weeks, a Nova spokeswoman said.
It is not yet known whether co-hosts Cal Wilson, who is due to give birth early next year, and Ed Kavalee will stay on.
Nat Foster quits 92.9 drive
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The moves are coming thick and fast this time of the year. Nat Foster, part of 92.9's drive show, the Big Couch, has quit radio to join the RSPCA as an animal welfare officer.
Nat's co-hosts Dean Clairs and Shane McFarlane are on the look out for a new on air partner.
Nat's co-hosts Dean Clairs and Shane McFarlane are on the look out for a new on air partner.
The Duck does not fit with Triple M
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Rob Duckworth has packed his bags and departed 2MMM. It is believed that he does not suit the style of music Triple M want to mix into their playlist - with station now spinning artist such as Potbelleez, MGMT, Sneaky Sound System and The Rogue Traders. Far from traditional 2MMM staples and probably best suited to stations such as NOVA and 2DAY FM.
If it is any solace for Rob Duckworth, his program rated the highest on the station in the latest ratings survey.
If it is any solace for Rob Duckworth, his program rated the highest on the station in the latest ratings survey.
Radio ratings round up
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Vale Paul Hardy
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Voice over artist Paul Hardy has passed away suddenly from what is believed to be a heart condition. Paul is best known as the voice of retailers Harvey Norman and Rebel Sports.
Wippa quits 92.9
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Perth’s 92.9 breakfast co-host Wippa, AKA Michael Wipfli, has announced that he has resigned to head back to Melbourne to be with girlfriend, Georgie.
On air partner Emilia Rusciano or Em as she is known to listeners is believed to be staying with 92.9 and the hunt is on for a new co-host.
On air partner Emilia Rusciano or Em as she is known to listeners is believed to be staying with 92.9 and the hunt is on for a new co-host.
The Fairfax Radio Network is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim McDermott as General Manager of 2UE.
Tim has worked in the radio industry for over 20 years has held a variety of senior executive positions.
Radio has always been my passion and working with an iconic station such as 2UE is both an honour and an amazing challenge to help return 2UE to its rightful place as one of Sydney’s leading radio stations in ratings and revenue.
Working for a major media organisation such as Fairfax will be very exciting and the synergies that exist between the various Fairfax media properties is something that I will be very keen to pursue on behalf of 2UE’s key MediaAgencies and clients.
Fairfax Radio Network General Manager, Graham Mott, sees the appointment of someone with such a strong sales background as vital to the continuing improvement of 2UE.
Tim’s experience and passion will help drive 2UE and add value to our network sales operation. Tim will commence on Monday 20 January 2009.
Tim has worked in the radio industry for over 20 years has held a variety of senior executive positions.
Radio has always been my passion and working with an iconic station such as 2UE is both an honour and an amazing challenge to help return 2UE to its rightful place as one of Sydney’s leading radio stations in ratings and revenue.
Working for a major media organisation such as Fairfax will be very exciting and the synergies that exist between the various Fairfax media properties is something that I will be very keen to pursue on behalf of 2UE’s key MediaAgencies and clients.
Fairfax Radio Network General Manager, Graham Mott, sees the appointment of someone with such a strong sales background as vital to the continuing improvement of 2UE.
Tim’s experience and passion will help drive 2UE and add value to our network sales operation. Tim will commence on Monday 20 January 2009.
Triple J keeps it fresh with a number of on-air changes for 2009.
The Dools and Linda show (weekdays 3pm) will be re-configured in 2009 without Linda Marigliano as she has chosen to take next year off to travel. The show will continue with Scott Dooley in the driver’s seat.
It’s been a great year for the show: ratings growth, the development of an outstanding on-air partnership and some truly hilarious radio. triple j Manager Linda Bracken says of Linda’s departure “It’s been wonderful having Linda as part of the family, she has a unique way of connecting with her audience and it’s been great to see her talent mature. We wish her happy and safe travels”.
Listeners will be able to stay up to date with Linda when she calls in to share her OS adventures.
It’s goodbye and good luck to HG Nelson (Greig Pickhaver) and "Rampaging" Roy Slaven (John Doyle). The pair has decided to head off to the world of commercial radio after 22 years of presenting the superb This Sporting Life (Sundays 2pm). Roy and HG have produced some amazing radio during their time on triple j. Who could forget their ‘Festival Of The Boot’, ‘Golden Ring Show’, coverage of the 2007 Federal election ‘Indecision 07’ or their insatiable ability to make the serious trivial and the trivial serious. Linda Bracken expressed her sadness at Roy and HG’s departure “They are more than a radio program, they have become their own radio comedy genre. It’s been a joy and a privilege to work with them. They will be missed but we wish them all the best for the future”.
triple j is very excited to introduce new talent Tom Ballard (19) and Alex Dyson (20) who we discovered in Warrnambool, Victoria in 2006 and have been nurturing ever since. They will move from the overnight shift to weekend breakfast (weekends 6.am to 10.am). Now based in Melbourne, comedian Tom Ballard (a finalist in Raw Comedy competition 2006) and uni student Alex Dyson says of the change "We’re delighted to be taking over from the wonderful and irreverent Sam Simmons, and keen to break the stereotype that young guys don't get up early on weekends".
Sam Simmons leaves weekend breakfast duties to spend more late nights on his stand-up career but will continue with triple j as a comedy writer and Breakfast special guest.
These changes are effective Monday 5 January 2009. The triple j team is looking forward to 2009 and the opportunity to continue what they do best: producing great radio and discovering the best new music.
The Dools and Linda show (weekdays 3pm) will be re-configured in 2009 without Linda Marigliano as she has chosen to take next year off to travel. The show will continue with Scott Dooley in the driver’s seat.
It’s been a great year for the show: ratings growth, the development of an outstanding on-air partnership and some truly hilarious radio. triple j Manager Linda Bracken says of Linda’s departure “It’s been wonderful having Linda as part of the family, she has a unique way of connecting with her audience and it’s been great to see her talent mature. We wish her happy and safe travels”.
Listeners will be able to stay up to date with Linda when she calls in to share her OS adventures.
It’s goodbye and good luck to HG Nelson (Greig Pickhaver) and "Rampaging" Roy Slaven (John Doyle). The pair has decided to head off to the world of commercial radio after 22 years of presenting the superb This Sporting Life (Sundays 2pm). Roy and HG have produced some amazing radio during their time on triple j. Who could forget their ‘Festival Of The Boot’, ‘Golden Ring Show’, coverage of the 2007 Federal election ‘Indecision 07’ or their insatiable ability to make the serious trivial and the trivial serious. Linda Bracken expressed her sadness at Roy and HG’s departure “They are more than a radio program, they have become their own radio comedy genre. It’s been a joy and a privilege to work with them. They will be missed but we wish them all the best for the future”.
triple j is very excited to introduce new talent Tom Ballard (19) and Alex Dyson (20) who we discovered in Warrnambool, Victoria in 2006 and have been nurturing ever since. They will move from the overnight shift to weekend breakfast (weekends 6.am to 10.am). Now based in Melbourne, comedian Tom Ballard (a finalist in Raw Comedy competition 2006) and uni student Alex Dyson says of the change "We’re delighted to be taking over from the wonderful and irreverent Sam Simmons, and keen to break the stereotype that young guys don't get up early on weekends".
Sam Simmons leaves weekend breakfast duties to spend more late nights on his stand-up career but will continue with triple j as a comedy writer and Breakfast special guest.
These changes are effective Monday 5 January 2009. The triple j team is looking forward to 2009 and the opportunity to continue what they do best: producing great radio and discovering the best new music.
LAFM launches Monday with the 89.3 days of summer.
Backed with a heavy promotional and branding strategy including LAFM Tune Up Stations and Midday Mini Concerts at iconic Launceston locations for the first 2 weeks, where LAFM will provide music, lunch and a bunch of freebies.
The Grant Broadcasters owned 89.3 LAFM has undergone an amazing transformation over the last few months in readiness for the launch. Far more than throwing on a new logo, this launch is being backed with television, press, taxi backs, outdoor, direct mail, event ownership and a fresh sound.
From Monday 89.3 LAFM will provide local programming 24 hours per day 7 days per week.
The 2 weeks leading up to the launch has seen various parts of the brand released for public consumption and from a programming point of view listeners have been very vocal on the ‘Revamp Line’ as to how they want their new radio station to sound.
This programming initiative culminated in 5 different formats played out over 5 days, the listener feedback has been overwhelmingly positive and sometimes hilarious. Monday was classic hits, Tuesday was Hot country, Wednesday was Awesome 80’s day , Thursday was Hit Music day and Friday was a day of 70’s music.
Launceston has been waiting for commercial FM to arrive for some time and it’s finally here.
Check LAFM's new website…[link=http://www.lafm.com.au ]www.lafm.com.au [/link]and take a peek at their tvc and summer jingle.
Backed with a heavy promotional and branding strategy including LAFM Tune Up Stations and Midday Mini Concerts at iconic Launceston locations for the first 2 weeks, where LAFM will provide music, lunch and a bunch of freebies.
The Grant Broadcasters owned 89.3 LAFM has undergone an amazing transformation over the last few months in readiness for the launch. Far more than throwing on a new logo, this launch is being backed with television, press, taxi backs, outdoor, direct mail, event ownership and a fresh sound.
From Monday 89.3 LAFM will provide local programming 24 hours per day 7 days per week.
The 2 weeks leading up to the launch has seen various parts of the brand released for public consumption and from a programming point of view listeners have been very vocal on the ‘Revamp Line’ as to how they want their new radio station to sound.
This programming initiative culminated in 5 different formats played out over 5 days, the listener feedback has been overwhelmingly positive and sometimes hilarious. Monday was classic hits, Tuesday was Hot country, Wednesday was Awesome 80’s day , Thursday was Hit Music day and Friday was a day of 70’s music.
Launceston has been waiting for commercial FM to arrive for some time and it’s finally here.
Check LAFM's new website…[link=http://www.lafm.com.au ]www.lafm.com.au [/link]and take a peek at their tvc and summer jingle.
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