Jamie Dunn gets agro on air
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We wrote over 12 months ago that Jamie Dunn was only ever going to be one person on talkback radio, himself. Since joining 4BC breakfast at the start of last year Jamie has had to find his feet and he is the first one to admit it. 2010 has seen him start to carve out his niche and he seemed to be enjoying it more, well that is until this morning.
Nehama Patkin dies
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Talented musician Nehama Patkin has passed away in Melbourne at the age of 70. Nehama Patkin was the oringinal presenter of the ABC television program Play School. Her contribution to radio reached generations and for hundreds of thousands of school children she was the voice of the ABC radio schools programs which Nehama scripted and presented. SMH article
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DMG Appoints Jenny Parkes
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DMG Radio Australia have announced the appointment of Jenny Parkes to the position of Group Sales Director. Jenny joins DMG from Austereo, where she has most recently held the position of Director of Sales, Sydney.
Jenny also performed the role of Acting General Manager at 2DAYFM and Triple M for eight months in 2009.
Jenny also performed the role of Acting General Manager at 2DAYFM and Triple M for eight months in 2009.
Shawn Cosgrove steps out
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3MP breakfast host Shawn Cosgrove presented his final program last Friday, 26 March 2010. John Tamb and Peter O'Callaghan are soldiering on at the station. Mark Johnson, Group Programme Director of both 1116 SEN and 3MP, is also covering Mark Irvine's afternoon program while Eddie Olek pops up for the evening program.
Nielsen radio ratings survey 2 2010
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Survey 2 of the Nielsen radio ratings are now in Click on the link below to view the results. Adelaide Brisbane Melbourne Sydney Perth
Classic Rock rolling on
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Melbourne's newest radio station, Classic Rock 91.5, is working overtime to get their music mix right. PD Dan Bradley to his credit has been quick to respond to recent comments, good or bad on the old Vega web site and he has now invited the listeners to pitch in and help.
SBS ad wins Round 5 of Sirens
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CRA RELEASE: An ad promoting two television programs on SBS, Mythbusters and Man vs Wild, has won the overall and single categories for round five of the 2010 Siren Awards. The ad called “Back to Back” was written by Danny Wehbe and David Roberts from agency US Sydney. It is the second time an ad for SBS, created by agency, US Sydney has won in the 2010 Siren Awards.
Nova 969’s The Man Trip
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This week and next, Merrick, Dools & Ricki-Lee are giving listeners the chance to win a “Man Trip” away with the boys from the Nova breakfast team: Merrick, Dools and Nova’s sports reporter, Marto.
David Oldfield off 2GB overnight
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David Oldfield is no longer presenting the 2GB overnight program. David replaced Jim Ball at 2GB just over 2 years ago and quickly gathered a loyal following. Mike Williams will fill the role in the short term.
Archival news intros
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Have a listen to a select number of news intros for radio stations including 4IP,3UZ,2UW.
Elise Mooney says no to 3MTR
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A Current Affair presenter Elise Mooney has knocked back an offer to read news on the new Steve Price breakfast program soon to be heard on Melbourne Talk Radio MTR 1377.
Vale Bob Cornish
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Former 3UZ General Manager Bob Cornish has passed away.
SportsDay launched
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2AY have dropped another 3AW program from their weekday schedule. Sports Today which aired between 6.00pm & 8.00pm has been replaced with a new program called SportsDay. SportsDay has been created by Craig Hutchison and will initially be aired for an hour each evening. In addition to Schwass and Hutchison, co-hosts will include football identities Terry Wallace, Danny Frawley and Nathan Thompson and journalist Damian Barrett. The program will also be heard across other regional stations across Victoria.
Radio industry releases first official digital radio data
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Mal Garvin The ultimate betrayal
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Source The Age: IN JANUARY last year, Mal Garvin was awarded the Order of Australia for ''service to the community'' and for ''the development of social welfare programs that support and guide young people, and as a broadcaster and author''.
Garvin, well-known in Melbourne a decade ago for his weekly religious radio broadcasts, is an evangelist who founded a youth program called Fusion in the 1960s. It now has branches throughout Australia and overseas.
Garvin, well-known in Melbourne a decade ago for his weekly religious radio broadcasts, is an evangelist who founded a youth program called Fusion in the 1960s. It now has branches throughout Australia and overseas.
Airwave goodbye?
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RADIO coverage of the Ovens and Murray is under threat with Wangaratta community station OAK FM told it has to spend thousands of dollars to improve its coverage and keep it on-air on the Border. Full story available at the Border Mail
3MTR is the name
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With a marketing push only weeks away it has now been revealed that the official new call sign of 3MP will be 3MTR. This domain name was registered on March 5, www.3mtr.com.au. Their Melbourne Talk Radio domain is now active. Check it out as it comes to life here.
What is in a name?
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Could there be a potential challenge or a buy it at the right price in relation to a conflicting FM radio station name? The legalities are currently being looked at by one of the parties.
ACMA allocates licence in Geelong
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‘We feel this is a positive outcome for the Geelong community,’ said ACMA Chairman, Chris Chapman
Neil Mitchell Law and Order survey
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Source 3AW:This item will also appear on our sister site People Against Lenient Sentencing. Law and Order will be a major issue in this coming state election and 3AW's Neil Mitchell wants to know what you think on this hot topic.
Today on the Mitchell Program, Neil announced he is surveying Melbourne to obtain a snapshot of what you really think on Law and Order.
This mornin
Today on the Mitchell Program, Neil announced he is surveying Melbourne to obtain a snapshot of what you really think on Law and Order.
This mornin
Melbourne's own 3DB oops 3AW
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With 3AW now referring to themselves as Melbourne's Own you may find yourself asking - 'where have I heard that before?'
If you said when Bert Newton was in charge of 3DB you would right.
Between 1986 and 1988 the station was known as Melbourne's own 3DB, the new beginning. Of course 3DB went on to become 3TT, later TTFM and now known as MIX 101.1.
If you said when Bert Newton was in charge of 3DB you would right.
Between 1986 and 1988 the station was known as Melbourne's own 3DB, the new beginning. Of course 3DB went on to become 3TT, later TTFM and now known as MIX 101.1.
Grandstand now heard on Coast FM
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ABC Grandstand will commence broadcasting on ABC Coast FM to coincide with the launch of the 2010 NRL season. This Friday, 12 March, listeners will be able to hear Quentin Hull & Gerry Collins call the Brisbane Broncos v North Queensland Cowboys match.
Long lost 3XY Rocktober 1984 audio
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Changes at Sky radio
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Sky Sports Radio’s new schedule includes enhancements to the racing stable with the expansion of racing coverage due later this month, while its sports team will be laden with premiership talent.
Jim Ball quits 2UE
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Jim Ball has walked away from his 2UE Mid Dawn program after just on 2 years in the role at the station. Could a new radio role be on the cards for Jim?
Ash Bradnam not returning to breakfast
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It has now been confirmed that Ash Bradnam is no longer a member of Brisbane's Nova 106.9 breakfast team. Up until now it had been understood that Ash would be returning to the show at some stage. In January we reported Nova have released a statement confirming Ash still is very much part of the station. “Co-host Ash Bradnam is still on break from the breakfast show and Nova 106.9 continues to support him on his road to recovery,” it said. This clearly is no longer the case.
Ash Bradnam went into rehab for an alcohol problem after being pulled over for drink driving around two hours after finishing work in October 8 2009.
Ash Bradnam went into rehab for an alcohol problem after being pulled over for drink driving around two hours after finishing work in October 8 2009.
Vega turn to Classic Rock
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DMG will relaunch both Melbourne and Sydney Vega radio stations as Classic Rock 95.3 and Classic Rock 91.5 from 6.00am Friday March 12.
Classic Rock 95.3 FM comes to Sydney
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Formerly vega, Classic Rock 95.3FM will be Sydney’s only dedicated Classic Rock station, totally focused on this music 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
ABC Chairman Maurice Newman must Explain
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“Mr Newman is entitled to his personal views on controversial matters. But his expression of them while he remains head of the ABC damages public confidence in the national broadcaster’s independence.
Call for expressions of interest to speak at national radio conference
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Time tunnel: 2UE Sydney Radio Jingle
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From the time tunnel is this long lost 2UE Sydney Radio Jingle Sydney Is A Fabulous Town -
Hot 30 new page and high fives!
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From next Monday (15 March) Chris Page, 2dayFM morning presenter, and Charli Delaney, of Hi 5 fame, will take over Austereo's Hot 30 Countdown.They replace Tim Lee and Biggzy who are moving on after a couple of years presenting Australia's favourite countdown.
Chris and Charli are no strangers on air, they currently present Party People from 7.00pm every Saturday night
Chris and Charli are no strangers on air, they currently present Party People from 7.00pm every Saturday night
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Tim Rosso bound for Triple M?
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Tim Rosso Ross may be more than just a special guest at 2MMM where he was heard today on the Paul and Rach Drive show. Listen to the Podcast below.
Chrissie Swan goes full circle
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The program which premiered on 9 February 2010
Magic 1278 top 500 March 2010
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Magic 1278 devoted this long weekend in Melbourne to the latest list of The Top 500 Best Songs of All Time as voted by their listeners.. From 12 midday Friday March 5 Magic counted down starting with Strangers In The Night by Frank Sinatra and concluding yesterday March 8 with the number one, Unchained Melody by the Righteous Brothers Check them out here
3UZ turns 85
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Vizard MTR 1377 10am - 1pm
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Steve Vizard will present the 10am to 1pm timeslot on the propsed new radio station, Melbourne Talk Radio MTR 1377.
MTR 1377 melbournetalkradio.com.au
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MTR 1377 Melbourne Talk Radio has registered the domain name of www.melbournetalkradio.com.au. The domain is currently parked and who is details show it has been registered to the family of MRN domains. Here is an extract of the domain name details.
Domain Name: melbournetalkradio.com.au
Last Modified: 18-Feb-2010 04:14:01 UTC
Registrar ID: NetRegistry
Registrar Name: NetRegistry
Status: ok
Registrant: MELBOURNE RADIO OPERATIONS PTY LIMITED
Registrant ID: ACN 141224124
Eligibility Type: Company
Registrant Contact ID: DOMR1003
Registrant Contact Name: MRN Domains
Registrant Contact Email: Visit whois.ausregistry.com.au for Web based WhoIs
Tech Contact ID: C0573762-AR
Tech Contact Name: Dominic Main
Tech Contact Email: Visit whois.ausregistry.com.au for Web based WhoIs
Name Server: ns3.netregistry.net
Name Server: ns1.netregistry.net
Name Server: ns2.netregistry.net
Domain Name: melbournetalkradio.com.au
Last Modified: 18-Feb-2010 04:14:01 UTC
Registrar ID: NetRegistry
Registrar Name: NetRegistry
Status: ok
Registrant: MELBOURNE RADIO OPERATIONS PTY LIMITED
Registrant ID: ACN 141224124
Eligibility Type: Company
Registrant Contact ID: DOMR1003
Registrant Contact Name: MRN Domains
Registrant Contact Email: Visit whois.ausregistry.com.au for Web based WhoIs
Tech Contact ID: C0573762-AR
Tech Contact Name: Dominic Main
Tech Contact Email: Visit whois.ausregistry.com.au for Web based WhoIs
Name Server: ns3.netregistry.net
Name Server: ns1.netregistry.net
Name Server: ns2.netregistry.net
MTR 1377 Melbourne Talk Radio
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2CH Kayley out Mardi in
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Kayley Harris has resigned from 2CH breakfast - a role she shared with co host Gareth McCray. Kayley is jumping in the Big Red Car with The Wiggles as their new Public Relations Manager. Mardi Cole has now joined Gareth McCray on breakfast while Rick Wayde takes over drive.
96fm listener wears mankini
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AC/DC are set to rock Subiaco Oval this weekend and Perth some people are clawing at the bits to get a ticket to the sold-out shows.Radio station 96fm has used its dirty deeds segment to give listeners the chance to win tickets to the show.
96fm breakfast team, The Crew, asked listeners what they would be prepared to do to win tickets to AC/DC’s Perth concerts and one punter jumped at the chance by donning a mankini. Full story PerthNow
96fm breakfast team, The Crew, asked listeners what they would be prepared to do to win tickets to AC/DC’s Perth concerts and one punter jumped at the chance by donning a mankini. Full story PerthNow
Radio ad revenue continues to grow
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Figures for the month of February 2010 show growth of 2.74% in the five metropolitan markets to a total of $48.36 million, with the strongest growth in Perth of 6.28%, and growth in all markets except Adelaide.
Vizard will talk at the new 3MP 1377
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As hinted here a couple of days ago it has now been confirmed that Steve Vizard will join the new MRN/PSN joint venture Melbourne talk station. There is speculation that Sam Newman and Jason Akermanis are on the radar to join the new station. Thursday nights A Current Affair video here
Chicken not happy or stirring the pot?
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DMG Radio moves to a flexible advertising model for Nova
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DMG Radio CEO Cathy OʼConnor said today: “We have identified an opportunity to better support our clients and also grow our business by introducing more flexibility into our ad break structure.
Grant Goldman award
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Versatile 2SM breakfast presenter Grant Goldman has been presented with the CMA International Country Broadcaster of the Year Award for 'Outstanding Contributions to Country Music.
Man guilty of killing radio announcer
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Source Courier Mail: A BRISBANE jury has taken just on three hours to convict a man of the savage bashing murder of a hotel patron. Sunshine Coast man Tyson Alfred Barden, 22, had pleaded not guilty in a Brisbane Supreme Court to the murder of Brisbane radio announcer Brian Heathcote in January 2007. Justice Margaret Wilson sentenced Barden to life in jail as Heathcote's friends and family cried in court. The court was told Mr Heathcote, 40, had been drinking at the Royal English Hotel in Nundah when he left to walk the short distance to his home. Full story Courier Mail
Mick Malthouse joins SEN commentary team
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Collingwood coach Mick Malthouse will join the 1116 SEN AFL commentary team for a selected number of games this year starting with the season-opener between Carlton and Richmond on March 25.
Radio veteran John Kelly signs off
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Source Illawarra Mercury: Former ABC Wollongong bureau chief John Kelly died yesterday, aged 82. Those who knew Mr Kelly described him as a terrific journalist, natural gentleman and proud family man. He arrived in Wollongong from Adelaide in the 1960s, and in October 1968 provided national coverage of the fires that were devastating the region. His own house was threatened by flames, until a sudden change in wind direction.
Full article here
Full article here
Bob Maumill hands over to Ted Bull
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After battling a few health issues Bob Maumill has retired from 6PR's daily line up. Maumill who presented afternoons has been replaced by former ABC presenter Ted Bull.
Jamie Dunn gets agro on air
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We wrote over 12 months ago that Jamie Dunn was only ever going to be one person on talkback radio, himself. Since joining 4BC breakfast at the start of last year Jamie has had to find his feet and he is the first one to admit it. 2010 has seen him start to carve out his niche and he seemed to be enjoying it more, well that is until this morning.
Nehama Patkin dies
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Talented musician Nehama Patkin has passed away in Melbourne at the age of 70. Nehama Patkin was the oringinal presenter of the ABC television program Play School. Her contribution to radio reached generations and for hundreds of thousands of school children she was the voice of the ABC radio schools programs which Nehama scripted and presented. SMH article
Time tunnel 5KA FM 1047
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Want to design your own radio station? This TVC from 1991 gives you the basics.
DMG Appoints Jenny Parkes
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DMG Radio Australia have announced the appointment of Jenny Parkes to the position of Group Sales Director. Jenny joins DMG from Austereo, where she has most recently held the position of Director of Sales, Sydney.
Jenny also performed the role of Acting General Manager at 2DAYFM and Triple M for eight months in 2009.
Jenny also performed the role of Acting General Manager at 2DAYFM and Triple M for eight months in 2009.
Shawn Cosgrove steps out
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 2 comments »
3MP breakfast host Shawn Cosgrove presented his final program last Friday, 26 March 2010. John Tamb and Peter O'Callaghan are soldiering on at the station. Mark Johnson, Group Programme Director of both 1116 SEN and 3MP, is also covering Mark Irvine's afternoon program while Eddie Olek pops up for the evening program.
Nielsen radio ratings survey 2 2010
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Survey 2 of the Nielsen radio ratings are now in Click on the link below to view the results. Adelaide Brisbane Melbourne Sydney Perth
Classic Rock rolling on
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Melbourne's newest radio station, Classic Rock 91.5, is working overtime to get their music mix right. PD Dan Bradley to his credit has been quick to respond to recent comments, good or bad on the old Vega web site and he has now invited the listeners to pitch in and help.
SBS ad wins Round 5 of Sirens
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CRA RELEASE: An ad promoting two television programs on SBS, Mythbusters and Man vs Wild, has won the overall and single categories for round five of the 2010 Siren Awards. The ad called “Back to Back” was written by Danny Wehbe and David Roberts from agency US Sydney. It is the second time an ad for SBS, created by agency, US Sydney has won in the 2010 Siren Awards.
Nova 969’s The Man Trip
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This week and next, Merrick, Dools & Ricki-Lee are giving listeners the chance to win a “Man Trip” away with the boys from the Nova breakfast team: Merrick, Dools and Nova’s sports reporter, Marto.
David Oldfield is no longer presenting the 2GB overnight program. David replaced Jim Ball at 2GB just over 2 years ago and quickly gathered a loyal following. Mike Williams will fill the role in the short term.
Archival news intros
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Have a listen to a select number of news intros for radio stations including 4IP,3UZ,2UW.
Elise Mooney says no to 3MTR
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A Current Affair presenter Elise Mooney has knocked back an offer to read news on the new Steve Price breakfast program soon to be heard on Melbourne Talk Radio MTR 1377.
Vale Bob Cornish
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Former 3UZ General Manager Bob Cornish has passed away.
SportsDay launched
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2AY have dropped another 3AW program from their weekday schedule. Sports Today which aired between 6.00pm & 8.00pm has been replaced with a new program called SportsDay. SportsDay has been created by Craig Hutchison and will initially be aired for an hour each evening. In addition to Schwass and Hutchison, co-hosts will include football identities Terry Wallace, Danny Frawley and Nathan Thompson and journalist Damian Barrett. The program will also be heard across other regional stations across Victoria.
Mal Garvin The ultimate betrayal
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Source The Age: IN JANUARY last year, Mal Garvin was awarded the Order of Australia for ''service to the community'' and for ''the development of social welfare programs that support and guide young people, and as a broadcaster and author''.
Garvin, well-known in Melbourne a decade ago for his weekly religious radio broadcasts, is an evangelist who founded a youth program called Fusion in the 1960s. It now has branches throughout Australia and overseas.
Garvin, well-known in Melbourne a decade ago for his weekly religious radio broadcasts, is an evangelist who founded a youth program called Fusion in the 1960s. It now has branches throughout Australia and overseas.
Airwave goodbye?
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RADIO coverage of the Ovens and Murray is under threat with Wangaratta community station OAK FM told it has to spend thousands of dollars to improve its coverage and keep it on-air on the Border. Full story available at the Border Mail
3MTR is the name
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With a marketing push only weeks away it has now been revealed that the official new call sign of 3MP will be 3MTR. This domain name was registered on March 5, www.3mtr.com.au. Their Melbourne Talk Radio domain is now active. Check it out as it comes to life here.
What is in a name?
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 1 comments »
Could there be a potential challenge or a buy it at the right price in relation to a conflicting FM radio station name? The legalities are currently being looked at by one of the parties.
ACMA allocates licence in Geelong
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‘We feel this is a positive outcome for the Geelong community,’ said ACMA Chairman, Chris Chapman
Neil Mitchell Law and Order survey
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Source 3AW:This item will also appear on our sister site People Against Lenient Sentencing. Law and Order will be a major issue in this coming state election and 3AW's Neil Mitchell wants to know what you think on this hot topic.
Today on the Mitchell Program, Neil announced he is surveying Melbourne to obtain a snapshot of what you really think on Law and Order.
This mornin
Today on the Mitchell Program, Neil announced he is surveying Melbourne to obtain a snapshot of what you really think on Law and Order.
This mornin
Melbourne's own 3DB oops 3AW
Sunday, March 14, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 2 comments »
With 3AW now referring to themselves as Melbourne's Own you may find yourself asking - 'where have I heard that before?'
If you said when Bert Newton was in charge of 3DB you would right.
Between 1986 and 1988 the station was known as Melbourne's own 3DB, the new beginning. Of course 3DB went on to become 3TT, later TTFM and now known as MIX 101.1.
If you said when Bert Newton was in charge of 3DB you would right.
Between 1986 and 1988 the station was known as Melbourne's own 3DB, the new beginning. Of course 3DB went on to become 3TT, later TTFM and now known as MIX 101.1.
Grandstand now heard on Coast FM
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ABC Grandstand will commence broadcasting on ABC Coast FM to coincide with the launch of the 2010 NRL season. This Friday, 12 March, listeners will be able to hear Quentin Hull & Gerry Collins call the Brisbane Broncos v North Queensland Cowboys match.
Long lost 3XY Rocktober 1984 audio
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Changes at Sky radio
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Sky Sports Radio’s new schedule includes enhancements to the racing stable with the expansion of racing coverage due later this month, while its sports team will be laden with premiership talent.
Jim Ball quits 2UE
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Jim Ball has walked away from his 2UE Mid Dawn program after just on 2 years in the role at the station. Could a new radio role be on the cards for Jim?
Ash Bradnam not returning to breakfast
Thursday, March 11, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 2 comments »
It has now been confirmed that Ash Bradnam is no longer a member of Brisbane's Nova 106.9 breakfast team. Up until now it had been understood that Ash would be returning to the show at some stage. In January we reported Nova have released a statement confirming Ash still is very much part of the station. “Co-host Ash Bradnam is still on break from the breakfast show and Nova 106.9 continues to support him on his road to recovery,” it said. This clearly is no longer the case.
Ash Bradnam went into rehab for an alcohol problem after being pulled over for drink driving around two hours after finishing work in October 8 2009.
Ash Bradnam went into rehab for an alcohol problem after being pulled over for drink driving around two hours after finishing work in October 8 2009.
Vega turn to Classic Rock
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DMG will relaunch both Melbourne and Sydney Vega radio stations as Classic Rock 95.3 and Classic Rock 91.5 from 6.00am Friday March 12.
Formerly vega, Classic Rock 95.3FM will be Sydney’s only dedicated Classic Rock station, totally focused on this music 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“Mr Newman is entitled to his personal views on controversial matters. But his expression of them while he remains head of the ABC damages public confidence in the national broadcaster’s independence.
Call for expressions of interest to speak at national radio conference
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Time tunnel: 2UE Sydney Radio Jingle
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From the time tunnel is this long lost 2UE Sydney Radio Jingle Sydney Is A Fabulous Town -
From next Monday (15 March) Chris Page, 2dayFM morning presenter, and Charli Delaney, of Hi 5 fame, will take over Austereo's Hot 30 Countdown.They replace Tim Lee and Biggzy who are moving on after a couple of years presenting Australia's favourite countdown.
Chris and Charli are no strangers on air, they currently present Party People from 7.00pm every Saturday night
Chris and Charli are no strangers on air, they currently present Party People from 7.00pm every Saturday night
Action stations
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Tim Rosso bound for Triple M?
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Tim Rosso Ross may be more than just a special guest at 2MMM where he was heard today on the Paul and Rach Drive show. Listen to the Podcast below.
Chrissie Swan goes full circle
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The program which premiered on 9 February 2010
Magic 1278 top 500 March 2010
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Magic 1278 devoted this long weekend in Melbourne to the latest list of The Top 500 Best Songs of All Time as voted by their listeners.. From 12 midday Friday March 5 Magic counted down starting with Strangers In The Night by Frank Sinatra and concluding yesterday March 8 with the number one, Unchained Melody by the Righteous Brothers Check them out here
3UZ turns 85
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Vizard MTR 1377 10am - 1pm
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Steve Vizard will present the 10am to 1pm timeslot on the propsed new radio station, Melbourne Talk Radio MTR 1377.
MTR 1377 melbournetalkradio.com.au
Sunday, March 7, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 2 comments »
MTR 1377 Melbourne Talk Radio has registered the domain name of www.melbournetalkradio.com.au. The domain is currently parked and who is details show it has been registered to the family of MRN domains. Here is an extract of the domain name details.
Domain Name: melbournetalkradio.com.au
Last Modified: 18-Feb-2010 04:14:01 UTC
Registrar ID: NetRegistry
Registrar Name: NetRegistry
Status: ok
Registrant: MELBOURNE RADIO OPERATIONS PTY LIMITED
Registrant ID: ACN 141224124
Eligibility Type: Company
Registrant Contact ID: DOMR1003
Registrant Contact Name: MRN Domains
Registrant Contact Email: Visit whois.ausregistry.com.au for Web based WhoIs
Tech Contact ID: C0573762-AR
Tech Contact Name: Dominic Main
Tech Contact Email: Visit whois.ausregistry.com.au for Web based WhoIs
Name Server: ns3.netregistry.net
Name Server: ns1.netregistry.net
Name Server: ns2.netregistry.net
Domain Name: melbournetalkradio.com.au
Last Modified: 18-Feb-2010 04:14:01 UTC
Registrar ID: NetRegistry
Registrar Name: NetRegistry
Status: ok
Registrant: MELBOURNE RADIO OPERATIONS PTY LIMITED
Registrant ID: ACN 141224124
Eligibility Type: Company
Registrant Contact ID: DOMR1003
Registrant Contact Name: MRN Domains
Registrant Contact Email: Visit whois.ausregistry.com.au for Web based WhoIs
Tech Contact ID: C0573762-AR
Tech Contact Name: Dominic Main
Tech Contact Email: Visit whois.ausregistry.com.au for Web based WhoIs
Name Server: ns3.netregistry.net
Name Server: ns1.netregistry.net
Name Server: ns2.netregistry.net
MTR 1377 Melbourne Talk Radio
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2CH Kayley out Mardi in
Saturday, March 6, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 0 comments »
Kayley Harris has resigned from 2CH breakfast - a role she shared with co host Gareth McCray. Kayley is jumping in the Big Red Car with The Wiggles as their new Public Relations Manager. Mardi Cole has now joined Gareth McCray on breakfast while Rick Wayde takes over drive.
96fm listener wears mankini
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AC/DC are set to rock Subiaco Oval this weekend and Perth some people are clawing at the bits to get a ticket to the sold-out shows.Radio station 96fm has used its dirty deeds segment to give listeners the chance to win tickets to the show.
96fm breakfast team, The Crew, asked listeners what they would be prepared to do to win tickets to AC/DC’s Perth concerts and one punter jumped at the chance by donning a mankini. Full story PerthNow
96fm breakfast team, The Crew, asked listeners what they would be prepared to do to win tickets to AC/DC’s Perth concerts and one punter jumped at the chance by donning a mankini. Full story PerthNow
Radio ad revenue continues to grow
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Figures for the month of February 2010 show growth of 2.74% in the five metropolitan markets to a total of $48.36 million, with the strongest growth in Perth of 6.28%, and growth in all markets except Adelaide.
As hinted here a couple of days ago it has now been confirmed that Steve Vizard will join the new MRN/PSN joint venture Melbourne talk station. There is speculation that Sam Newman and Jason Akermanis are on the radar to join the new station. Thursday nights A Current Affair video here
Chicken not happy or stirring the pot?
Friday, March 5, 2010 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
DMG Radio moves to a flexible advertising model for Nova
Thursday, March 4, 2010 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
DMG Radio CEO Cathy OʼConnor said today: “We have identified an opportunity to better support our clients and also grow our business by introducing more flexibility into our ad break structure.
Grant Goldman award
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 0 comments »
Versatile 2SM breakfast presenter Grant Goldman has been presented with the CMA International Country Broadcaster of the Year Award for 'Outstanding Contributions to Country Music.
Source Courier Mail: A BRISBANE jury has taken just on three hours to convict a man of the savage bashing murder of a hotel patron. Sunshine Coast man Tyson Alfred Barden, 22, had pleaded not guilty in a Brisbane Supreme Court to the murder of Brisbane radio announcer Brian Heathcote in January 2007. Justice Margaret Wilson sentenced Barden to life in jail as Heathcote's friends and family cried in court. The court was told Mr Heathcote, 40, had been drinking at the Royal English Hotel in Nundah when he left to walk the short distance to his home. Full story Courier Mail
Mick Malthouse joins SEN commentary team
Tuesday, March 2, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 0 comments »
Collingwood coach Mick Malthouse will join the 1116 SEN AFL commentary team for a selected number of games this year starting with the season-opener between Carlton and Richmond on March 25.
Radio veteran John Kelly signs off
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Source Illawarra Mercury: Former ABC Wollongong bureau chief John Kelly died yesterday, aged 82. Those who knew Mr Kelly described him as a terrific journalist, natural gentleman and proud family man. He arrived in Wollongong from Adelaide in the 1960s, and in October 1968 provided national coverage of the fires that were devastating the region. His own house was threatened by flames, until a sudden change in wind direction.
Full article here
Full article here
Bob Maumill hands over to Ted Bull
Monday, March 1, 2010 | Labels: Bits and pieces | 0 comments »
After battling a few health issues Bob Maumill has retired from 6PR's daily line up. Maumill who presented afternoons has been replaced by former ABC presenter Ted Bull.
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