Vale John Lindrea
Some sad news with the passing this afternoon of Austereo Melbourne Producer John Lindrea. Johnno who passed away at around 2pm was very much loved by those at Austereo and ARN production and no doubt he will be sadley missed by all. Vale Johnno.
Charlie King going for gold!
Charlie King, the ABC's first Indigenous broadcaster selected to cover an Olympic Games, is about to take his place among the highly experienced Grandstand commentary team.
"I'm really excited," Charlie said. "It is difficult to get your head around it because this is the biggest sporting event in the world. I've been to AFL grand finals and the test cricket and all those things where there are massive audiences tuned in around the country but then when you think of this - it's the big one."
Charlie King is more than just a sports commentator. He's considered an icon in the Northern Territory where he's been the voice of ABC Grandstand since 1994.
Born in Alice Springs, Charlie describes himself as an Irish-Scottish-Gurindji man who, away from the microphone, is recognised for his work to improve the lives of Indigenous people in the Territory.
"Being an Indigenous person and being given the opportunity to go the Olympic Games is very, very important for me," he said.
"I've had many calls from people around the country and across the NT saying 'Good on you. Do well. We'll be listening'. You feel a little bit of pressure from that but you also feel proud."
His family are so excited that some of them are flying to Darwin just to see him off.
"It's almost like I'm going to compete," Charlie laughed. "I've got to remind them that I'm going there to work. I suppose they think I'll be standing at the airport wearing the Australian tracksuit or something."
Executive Producer Peter Longman said Charlie is a great addition to the games team.
"He's a vastly experienced broadcaster as is Quentin Hull, from Brisbane, who is also off on his first Olympic Games. I think your first games you do get a bit overawed in some ways about just how big they are. It's obviously the pinnacle of a sports broadcaster's career to be chosen to cover an Olympics."
Our proud record as an Olympic Games broadcaster - unbroken since 1936 - continues with ABC Local Radio's presence at the Beijing games.
For the first time, however, the coverage will not be heard across the entire network. This follows the decision of the commercial radio rights holder 2GB to exclude 702 ABC Sydney listeners from receiving full games commentary.
"This breaks our long-held record of broadcasting to all Australians from every Olympic Games in the modern era," Peter said. "We're extremely disappointed that despite our efforts to include Sydney we were unsuccessful."
An experienced and skilled team of 28 broadcasters, journalists and technical staff will bring punters more than 180 hours of coverage over the two weeks of the games, from August 8.
The team will be aiming for broadcast gold.
"Australian listeners won't miss a thing in Beijing and that will make them feel like they're part of the action," Peter said.
Commentator Tracey Holmes will be playing her part covering a range of sports. This is her seventh games and she brings a unique perspective to Grandstand's coverage, drawing on her experience living in China and working as a presenter on China Central Television.
She's expecting an "absolutely sensational" event with total dominance by China.
"Since they've come back into the Olympics they've crept up the medal tally to second last time round in Athens," Tracey said. "There's only one spot further to go and of course they're going to want to achieve that in China. If they don't, there will be major trouble and it will reveal a whole lot of fault lines in all sorts of other areas in China."
Audiences will also be kept up-to-date by radio and TV news and current affairs and online, through the ABC's Olympics website, abc.net.au/olympics
The ABC's online coverage is bigger and better than ever and for the first time we will have a correspondent, Shane McLeod, dedicated to online reporting.
Executive Producer Stuart Watt says the site will feature as much audio and video as is possible within the rights restrictions. "This will include web-only material such as extended interviews, press conferences and interviews, as well as stories about China."
Other features will include audio diaries from members of the Grandstand commentary team and "a massive improvement in the way results are presented".
The time zone has major implications for online traffic, Stuart explained. "The swimming finals this year are scheduled around lunchtime which means the primary methods of keeping in touch with what's happening will be via the website as lots of people will be at work," he said.
"I'm really excited," Charlie said. "It is difficult to get your head around it because this is the biggest sporting event in the world. I've been to AFL grand finals and the test cricket and all those things where there are massive audiences tuned in around the country but then when you think of this - it's the big one."
Charlie King is more than just a sports commentator. He's considered an icon in the Northern Territory where he's been the voice of ABC Grandstand since 1994.
Born in Alice Springs, Charlie describes himself as an Irish-Scottish-Gurindji man who, away from the microphone, is recognised for his work to improve the lives of Indigenous people in the Territory.
"Being an Indigenous person and being given the opportunity to go the Olympic Games is very, very important for me," he said.
"I've had many calls from people around the country and across the NT saying 'Good on you. Do well. We'll be listening'. You feel a little bit of pressure from that but you also feel proud."
His family are so excited that some of them are flying to Darwin just to see him off.
"It's almost like I'm going to compete," Charlie laughed. "I've got to remind them that I'm going there to work. I suppose they think I'll be standing at the airport wearing the Australian tracksuit or something."
Executive Producer Peter Longman said Charlie is a great addition to the games team.
"He's a vastly experienced broadcaster as is Quentin Hull, from Brisbane, who is also off on his first Olympic Games. I think your first games you do get a bit overawed in some ways about just how big they are. It's obviously the pinnacle of a sports broadcaster's career to be chosen to cover an Olympics."
Our proud record as an Olympic Games broadcaster - unbroken since 1936 - continues with ABC Local Radio's presence at the Beijing games.
For the first time, however, the coverage will not be heard across the entire network. This follows the decision of the commercial radio rights holder 2GB to exclude 702 ABC Sydney listeners from receiving full games commentary.
"This breaks our long-held record of broadcasting to all Australians from every Olympic Games in the modern era," Peter said. "We're extremely disappointed that despite our efforts to include Sydney we were unsuccessful."
An experienced and skilled team of 28 broadcasters, journalists and technical staff will bring punters more than 180 hours of coverage over the two weeks of the games, from August 8.
The team will be aiming for broadcast gold.
"Australian listeners won't miss a thing in Beijing and that will make them feel like they're part of the action," Peter said.
Commentator Tracey Holmes will be playing her part covering a range of sports. This is her seventh games and she brings a unique perspective to Grandstand's coverage, drawing on her experience living in China and working as a presenter on China Central Television.
She's expecting an "absolutely sensational" event with total dominance by China.
"Since they've come back into the Olympics they've crept up the medal tally to second last time round in Athens," Tracey said. "There's only one spot further to go and of course they're going to want to achieve that in China. If they don't, there will be major trouble and it will reveal a whole lot of fault lines in all sorts of other areas in China."
Audiences will also be kept up-to-date by radio and TV news and current affairs and online, through the ABC's Olympics website, abc.net.au/olympics
The ABC's online coverage is bigger and better than ever and for the first time we will have a correspondent, Shane McLeod, dedicated to online reporting.
Executive Producer Stuart Watt says the site will feature as much audio and video as is possible within the rights restrictions. "This will include web-only material such as extended interviews, press conferences and interviews, as well as stories about China."
Other features will include audio diaries from members of the Grandstand commentary team and "a massive improvement in the way results are presented".
The time zone has major implications for online traffic, Stuart explained. "The swimming finals this year are scheduled around lunchtime which means the primary methods of keeping in touch with what's happening will be via the website as lots of people will be at work," he said.
B105 announcer back with The Veronicas Lisa Origliasso?
B105's Ryan Tothill, is rumoured to have recaptured the heart of The Veronicas Lisa Origliasso. The pair split around 18 months ago, with Origliasso later becoming involved with former Australian Idol star Dean Geyer.
Manufacturers and retailers join forces on Digital Radio
Commercial radio press release: Many of Australia’s leading retailers and manufacturers of digital radio products have joined forces to ensure a united effort in launching digital radio onto the Australian commercial market later this year.
Meeting for the first time with radio industry executives yesterday in Sydney, Australia’s leading retailers and manufacturers have formed the Broadcasters, Retailers and Receiver Manufacturers Digital Radio Advisory Group, which will meet on a monthly basis to discuss strategy for the launch of digital radio
The group includes senior representatives from retailers Harvey Norman, Domayne, Clive Peeters, Dick Smith and manufacturers like Philips, Samsung, Yamaha, Revo, Bush Australia and Pure Australasia. Other leading retailers such as Bing Lee, Target, Myer, David Jones, Strathfield Group and JB Hi Fi have also been invited to join the group as have other manufacturers including Panasonic, TEAC, Sony, Pioneer and JVC.
Broadcasters from the major networks involved in the launch including Austereo, DMG, ARN and Sky Racing also attended to outline the broadcasters’ position.
Chief executive officer of Commercial Radio Australia, Joan Warner said discussions at the inaugural meeting focussed on the marketing and communications plan for digital radio, information on training and education for retailers as well as product availability and price.
“Overseas experience shows us that for digital radio to succeed the radio industry must work closely with retailers and manufacturers to ensure everyone is well prepared for the digital switch-on,” Ms Warner said.
“It is a significant feat bringing retailers and manufacturers together, particularly those with competitive commercial interests, but it is essential that discussions on a uniform approach to timelines and various issues, like training and marketing have begun.“
Ms Warner said the industry wanted to communicate with all stakeholders in the lead-up to the digital switch-on date, but manufacturers and retailers were essential for a successful start.
“This is essentially the launch of a new technology so there is lots to be discussed both now and in coming months – training for retailers is vital and we are well underway in developing training modules and content for retailers’ own training programs. Equally how everyone fits in the overall launch of the technology and ensuring we all work together is crucial,” Ms Warner said.
She said an important issue discussed at the meeting was the tracking of receiver sales to provide critical feedback to all those involved in the launch of digital radio.
Meeting for the first time with radio industry executives yesterday in Sydney, Australia’s leading retailers and manufacturers have formed the Broadcasters, Retailers and Receiver Manufacturers Digital Radio Advisory Group, which will meet on a monthly basis to discuss strategy for the launch of digital radio
The group includes senior representatives from retailers Harvey Norman, Domayne, Clive Peeters, Dick Smith and manufacturers like Philips, Samsung, Yamaha, Revo, Bush Australia and Pure Australasia. Other leading retailers such as Bing Lee, Target, Myer, David Jones, Strathfield Group and JB Hi Fi have also been invited to join the group as have other manufacturers including Panasonic, TEAC, Sony, Pioneer and JVC.
Broadcasters from the major networks involved in the launch including Austereo, DMG, ARN and Sky Racing also attended to outline the broadcasters’ position.
Chief executive officer of Commercial Radio Australia, Joan Warner said discussions at the inaugural meeting focussed on the marketing and communications plan for digital radio, information on training and education for retailers as well as product availability and price.
“Overseas experience shows us that for digital radio to succeed the radio industry must work closely with retailers and manufacturers to ensure everyone is well prepared for the digital switch-on,” Ms Warner said.
“It is a significant feat bringing retailers and manufacturers together, particularly those with competitive commercial interests, but it is essential that discussions on a uniform approach to timelines and various issues, like training and marketing have begun.“
Ms Warner said the industry wanted to communicate with all stakeholders in the lead-up to the digital switch-on date, but manufacturers and retailers were essential for a successful start.
“This is essentially the launch of a new technology so there is lots to be discussed both now and in coming months – training for retailers is vital and we are well underway in developing training modules and content for retailers’ own training programs. Equally how everyone fits in the overall launch of the technology and ensuring we all work together is crucial,” Ms Warner said.
She said an important issue discussed at the meeting was the tracking of receiver sales to provide critical feedback to all those involved in the launch of digital radio.
Hamish & Andy bound for Beijing
Today Network 's # 1 drive duo are heading abroad again and this time their destination is China.Hamish & Andy will be broadcasting their radio show live from Beijing for one week, as of Monday 11th August to the Friday 15th August inclusive. The boys are looking forward to experiencing the joys of Beijing and plan to meet as many Aussies as possible that are over there at the same time. But why are Hamish & Andy venturing to China? "A fortune cookie told us to go, but coincidently there's apparently a massive sporting event happening at the same time , " said Andy. Hamish also believed " it seemed a better idea to go to Bejiing than doing the show from Chinatown and hoping no one noticed."
Clear Channel unveils online radio network
Clear Channel Communications Inc. said Monday it will launch an online radio network that offers over 900 stations, including independent online stations. [link=http://news.smh.com.au/technology/clear-channel-unveils-online-radio-network-20080729-3meu.html]MORE[/link]
Vale John Lindrea
Thursday, July 31, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 5 comments »
Some sad news with the passing this afternoon of Austereo Melbourne Producer John Lindrea. Johnno who passed away at around 2pm was very much loved by those at Austereo and ARN production and no doubt he will be sadley missed by all. Vale Johnno.
Charlie King going for gold!
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Charlie King, the ABC's first Indigenous broadcaster selected to cover an Olympic Games, is about to take his place among the highly experienced Grandstand commentary team.
"I'm really excited," Charlie said. "It is difficult to get your head around it because this is the biggest sporting event in the world. I've been to AFL grand finals and the test cricket and all those things where there are massive audiences tuned in around the country but then when you think of this - it's the big one."
Charlie King is more than just a sports commentator. He's considered an icon in the Northern Territory where he's been the voice of ABC Grandstand since 1994.
Born in Alice Springs, Charlie describes himself as an Irish-Scottish-Gurindji man who, away from the microphone, is recognised for his work to improve the lives of Indigenous people in the Territory.
"Being an Indigenous person and being given the opportunity to go the Olympic Games is very, very important for me," he said.
"I've had many calls from people around the country and across the NT saying 'Good on you. Do well. We'll be listening'. You feel a little bit of pressure from that but you also feel proud."
His family are so excited that some of them are flying to Darwin just to see him off.
"It's almost like I'm going to compete," Charlie laughed. "I've got to remind them that I'm going there to work. I suppose they think I'll be standing at the airport wearing the Australian tracksuit or something."
Executive Producer Peter Longman said Charlie is a great addition to the games team.
"He's a vastly experienced broadcaster as is Quentin Hull, from Brisbane, who is also off on his first Olympic Games. I think your first games you do get a bit overawed in some ways about just how big they are. It's obviously the pinnacle of a sports broadcaster's career to be chosen to cover an Olympics."
Our proud record as an Olympic Games broadcaster - unbroken since 1936 - continues with ABC Local Radio's presence at the Beijing games.
For the first time, however, the coverage will not be heard across the entire network. This follows the decision of the commercial radio rights holder 2GB to exclude 702 ABC Sydney listeners from receiving full games commentary.
"This breaks our long-held record of broadcasting to all Australians from every Olympic Games in the modern era," Peter said. "We're extremely disappointed that despite our efforts to include Sydney we were unsuccessful."
An experienced and skilled team of 28 broadcasters, journalists and technical staff will bring punters more than 180 hours of coverage over the two weeks of the games, from August 8.
The team will be aiming for broadcast gold.
"Australian listeners won't miss a thing in Beijing and that will make them feel like they're part of the action," Peter said.
Commentator Tracey Holmes will be playing her part covering a range of sports. This is her seventh games and she brings a unique perspective to Grandstand's coverage, drawing on her experience living in China and working as a presenter on China Central Television.
She's expecting an "absolutely sensational" event with total dominance by China.
"Since they've come back into the Olympics they've crept up the medal tally to second last time round in Athens," Tracey said. "There's only one spot further to go and of course they're going to want to achieve that in China. If they don't, there will be major trouble and it will reveal a whole lot of fault lines in all sorts of other areas in China."
Audiences will also be kept up-to-date by radio and TV news and current affairs and online, through the ABC's Olympics website, abc.net.au/olympics
The ABC's online coverage is bigger and better than ever and for the first time we will have a correspondent, Shane McLeod, dedicated to online reporting.
Executive Producer Stuart Watt says the site will feature as much audio and video as is possible within the rights restrictions. "This will include web-only material such as extended interviews, press conferences and interviews, as well as stories about China."
Other features will include audio diaries from members of the Grandstand commentary team and "a massive improvement in the way results are presented".
The time zone has major implications for online traffic, Stuart explained. "The swimming finals this year are scheduled around lunchtime which means the primary methods of keeping in touch with what's happening will be via the website as lots of people will be at work," he said.
"I'm really excited," Charlie said. "It is difficult to get your head around it because this is the biggest sporting event in the world. I've been to AFL grand finals and the test cricket and all those things where there are massive audiences tuned in around the country but then when you think of this - it's the big one."
Charlie King is more than just a sports commentator. He's considered an icon in the Northern Territory where he's been the voice of ABC Grandstand since 1994.
Born in Alice Springs, Charlie describes himself as an Irish-Scottish-Gurindji man who, away from the microphone, is recognised for his work to improve the lives of Indigenous people in the Territory.
"Being an Indigenous person and being given the opportunity to go the Olympic Games is very, very important for me," he said.
"I've had many calls from people around the country and across the NT saying 'Good on you. Do well. We'll be listening'. You feel a little bit of pressure from that but you also feel proud."
His family are so excited that some of them are flying to Darwin just to see him off.
"It's almost like I'm going to compete," Charlie laughed. "I've got to remind them that I'm going there to work. I suppose they think I'll be standing at the airport wearing the Australian tracksuit or something."
Executive Producer Peter Longman said Charlie is a great addition to the games team.
"He's a vastly experienced broadcaster as is Quentin Hull, from Brisbane, who is also off on his first Olympic Games. I think your first games you do get a bit overawed in some ways about just how big they are. It's obviously the pinnacle of a sports broadcaster's career to be chosen to cover an Olympics."
Our proud record as an Olympic Games broadcaster - unbroken since 1936 - continues with ABC Local Radio's presence at the Beijing games.
For the first time, however, the coverage will not be heard across the entire network. This follows the decision of the commercial radio rights holder 2GB to exclude 702 ABC Sydney listeners from receiving full games commentary.
"This breaks our long-held record of broadcasting to all Australians from every Olympic Games in the modern era," Peter said. "We're extremely disappointed that despite our efforts to include Sydney we were unsuccessful."
An experienced and skilled team of 28 broadcasters, journalists and technical staff will bring punters more than 180 hours of coverage over the two weeks of the games, from August 8.
The team will be aiming for broadcast gold.
"Australian listeners won't miss a thing in Beijing and that will make them feel like they're part of the action," Peter said.
Commentator Tracey Holmes will be playing her part covering a range of sports. This is her seventh games and she brings a unique perspective to Grandstand's coverage, drawing on her experience living in China and working as a presenter on China Central Television.
She's expecting an "absolutely sensational" event with total dominance by China.
"Since they've come back into the Olympics they've crept up the medal tally to second last time round in Athens," Tracey said. "There's only one spot further to go and of course they're going to want to achieve that in China. If they don't, there will be major trouble and it will reveal a whole lot of fault lines in all sorts of other areas in China."
Audiences will also be kept up-to-date by radio and TV news and current affairs and online, through the ABC's Olympics website, abc.net.au/olympics
The ABC's online coverage is bigger and better than ever and for the first time we will have a correspondent, Shane McLeod, dedicated to online reporting.
Executive Producer Stuart Watt says the site will feature as much audio and video as is possible within the rights restrictions. "This will include web-only material such as extended interviews, press conferences and interviews, as well as stories about China."
Other features will include audio diaries from members of the Grandstand commentary team and "a massive improvement in the way results are presented".
The time zone has major implications for online traffic, Stuart explained. "The swimming finals this year are scheduled around lunchtime which means the primary methods of keeping in touch with what's happening will be via the website as lots of people will be at work," he said.
B105 announcer back with The Veronicas Lisa Origliasso?
Wednesday, July 30, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
B105's Ryan Tothill, is rumoured to have recaptured the heart of The Veronicas Lisa Origliasso. The pair split around 18 months ago, with Origliasso later becoming involved with former Australian Idol star Dean Geyer.
Manufacturers and retailers join forces on Digital Radio
Tuesday, July 29, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Commercial radio press release: Many of Australia’s leading retailers and manufacturers of digital radio products have joined forces to ensure a united effort in launching digital radio onto the Australian commercial market later this year.
Meeting for the first time with radio industry executives yesterday in Sydney, Australia’s leading retailers and manufacturers have formed the Broadcasters, Retailers and Receiver Manufacturers Digital Radio Advisory Group, which will meet on a monthly basis to discuss strategy for the launch of digital radio
The group includes senior representatives from retailers Harvey Norman, Domayne, Clive Peeters, Dick Smith and manufacturers like Philips, Samsung, Yamaha, Revo, Bush Australia and Pure Australasia. Other leading retailers such as Bing Lee, Target, Myer, David Jones, Strathfield Group and JB Hi Fi have also been invited to join the group as have other manufacturers including Panasonic, TEAC, Sony, Pioneer and JVC.
Broadcasters from the major networks involved in the launch including Austereo, DMG, ARN and Sky Racing also attended to outline the broadcasters’ position.
Chief executive officer of Commercial Radio Australia, Joan Warner said discussions at the inaugural meeting focussed on the marketing and communications plan for digital radio, information on training and education for retailers as well as product availability and price.
“Overseas experience shows us that for digital radio to succeed the radio industry must work closely with retailers and manufacturers to ensure everyone is well prepared for the digital switch-on,” Ms Warner said.
“It is a significant feat bringing retailers and manufacturers together, particularly those with competitive commercial interests, but it is essential that discussions on a uniform approach to timelines and various issues, like training and marketing have begun.“
Ms Warner said the industry wanted to communicate with all stakeholders in the lead-up to the digital switch-on date, but manufacturers and retailers were essential for a successful start.
“This is essentially the launch of a new technology so there is lots to be discussed both now and in coming months – training for retailers is vital and we are well underway in developing training modules and content for retailers’ own training programs. Equally how everyone fits in the overall launch of the technology and ensuring we all work together is crucial,” Ms Warner said.
She said an important issue discussed at the meeting was the tracking of receiver sales to provide critical feedback to all those involved in the launch of digital radio.
Meeting for the first time with radio industry executives yesterday in Sydney, Australia’s leading retailers and manufacturers have formed the Broadcasters, Retailers and Receiver Manufacturers Digital Radio Advisory Group, which will meet on a monthly basis to discuss strategy for the launch of digital radio
The group includes senior representatives from retailers Harvey Norman, Domayne, Clive Peeters, Dick Smith and manufacturers like Philips, Samsung, Yamaha, Revo, Bush Australia and Pure Australasia. Other leading retailers such as Bing Lee, Target, Myer, David Jones, Strathfield Group and JB Hi Fi have also been invited to join the group as have other manufacturers including Panasonic, TEAC, Sony, Pioneer and JVC.
Broadcasters from the major networks involved in the launch including Austereo, DMG, ARN and Sky Racing also attended to outline the broadcasters’ position.
Chief executive officer of Commercial Radio Australia, Joan Warner said discussions at the inaugural meeting focussed on the marketing and communications plan for digital radio, information on training and education for retailers as well as product availability and price.
“Overseas experience shows us that for digital radio to succeed the radio industry must work closely with retailers and manufacturers to ensure everyone is well prepared for the digital switch-on,” Ms Warner said.
“It is a significant feat bringing retailers and manufacturers together, particularly those with competitive commercial interests, but it is essential that discussions on a uniform approach to timelines and various issues, like training and marketing have begun.“
Ms Warner said the industry wanted to communicate with all stakeholders in the lead-up to the digital switch-on date, but manufacturers and retailers were essential for a successful start.
“This is essentially the launch of a new technology so there is lots to be discussed both now and in coming months – training for retailers is vital and we are well underway in developing training modules and content for retailers’ own training programs. Equally how everyone fits in the overall launch of the technology and ensuring we all work together is crucial,” Ms Warner said.
She said an important issue discussed at the meeting was the tracking of receiver sales to provide critical feedback to all those involved in the launch of digital radio.
Hamish & Andy bound for Beijing
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Today Network 's # 1 drive duo are heading abroad again and this time their destination is China.Hamish & Andy will be broadcasting their radio show live from Beijing for one week, as of Monday 11th August to the Friday 15th August inclusive. The boys are looking forward to experiencing the joys of Beijing and plan to meet as many Aussies as possible that are over there at the same time. But why are Hamish & Andy venturing to China? "A fortune cookie told us to go, but coincidently there's apparently a massive sporting event happening at the same time , " said Andy. Hamish also believed " it seemed a better idea to go to Bejiing than doing the show from Chinatown and hoping no one noticed."
Clear Channel unveils online radio network
Monday, July 28, 2008 | Labels: Radionews | 0 comments »
Clear Channel Communications Inc. said Monday it will launch an online radio network that offers over 900 stations, including independent online stations. [link=http://news.smh.com.au/technology/clear-channel-unveils-online-radio-network-20080729-3meu.html]MORE[/link]
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