The Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS) will take its groundbreaking On Country Pathways Program (OCCP) to Jigamy, near Eden, on the far south coast of NSW, later this month. 

The OCPP aims to create career pathways into film, television, radio and podcasting through bespoke training for emerging First Nations creatives living in remote, rural and regional areas across Australia. This year the program has provided AFTRS’ world-class screen and audio training to First Nations storytellers in parts of Queensland and Western Australia.  

It will now head to Jigamy, in Thaua Country, on the south east coast, where it will offer two workshops following the Giiyong Festival – in podcasting and mobile content creation – in partnership with local not-for-profit First Nations media organisation Studio Jaanda over three days (24-26 November). The festival runs on the weekend of 22-23 November. 

Create, Record, Publish: Podcasting Made Simple is a practical workshop that will explore the principles of what makes good audio content and the unique opportunities podcasts offer for connecting with audiences and communities.  Participants will learn practical skills so that, by the end of the workshop, they will have at least one show, podcast episode or podcast trailer ready to publish.  

Workshop facilitators are Natalie Pozdeev, AFTRS’ Program Convenor for the Graduate Diploma in Radio and Podcasting, and Dre Ngatakorua, a broadcaster of Wangkangurru, Adnyamathnha, Kuyani, Luridja, Deiri, Yankunytjatara, Cook Island and Maori decent. Dre is host of the Straight Out Show on Umeewarra Radio.  

In the Mobile Content Creation workshop, participants will learn how to write, shoot, edit and share short reels/video content for social media and online platforms using mobile phones. Participants will learn how to plan and capture engaging short form content, tell stories in 60 seconds and learn skills for recording, editing, uploading and sharing content.  

Facilitators for the mobile content workshop are Patrick McKenzie and Brooke Collard, with mentors Jodie Dowd (AFTRS First Nations Community Engagement Manager), Kerrod Meredith-Creed (AFTRS Community Training Officer), Sara Khan, screenwriter and proud Wailwan, Gomeroi, Pakistani woman with a strong background in storytelling, and photographer and filmmaker Anthony Rigby-Smith.

AFTRS First Nations Director Peter Noble said the program had been warmly welcomed by First Nations Communities and industry practitioners since it was piloted in collaboration with PAKAM in the Kimberley Region of Western Australia in September 2024. A total of almost 80 people has now participated in the series of workshops, including at Cairns in collaboration with Arts Queensland in April, and at FRAIM Fesitval in Bidyadanga, WA, with PAKAM and ICTV in July. 

“The On Country Pathways Program is about creating real opportunities for First Nations storytellers in regional and rural areas to build their skills and share their voices and stories,” Pete said.  

“Our workshops are co-designed with First Nations Communities, so they truly speak to local culture and aspirations. Bringing the program to Jigamy means connecting with Community in that region and building practical skills, along with the confidence, to open doors and minds to creative careers that can be life changing.” 

Studio Jaanda offers professional media services, digital storytelling, and branding solutions tailored to align with the values of Culture, Country, and Community. Under the governance of Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council and supported by Cultural practitioners, filmmakers, graphic designers, music producers, traditional artists and industry mentors, Studio Jaanda is building a future where First Nations stories are told authentically and meaningfully. 

AFTRS On Country Pathways Program has been made possible thanks to the support of the Commonwealth Government as part of the National Cultural Policy. AFTRS will kick off its program in Jigamy with an information stall at the Giiyong Festival on Saturday 22 November 2025.  

CRA Audio ID goes live – simplifying access, enhancing targeting and delivering better outcomes for advertisers across major audio networks

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Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA) has launched CRA Audio ID, a unified digital audio identifier now live and trading via Display & Video 360, Google’s demand-side platform (DSP).

CRA Audio ID gives marketers streamlined access to 14.7M monthly listeners*, delivering more scale than both BVOD and ad-supported Spotify**.

CRA Audio ID unifies premium inventory across ARN, Nine Audio, Nova Entertainment and Southern Cross Austereo; enabling marketers to plan, buy and optimise digital audio campaigns across live streaming radio and podcasting from Australia’s most loved audio brands in one simplified workflow.

CRA Audio ID will set a new standard in audio addressability at scale, allowing advertisers to manage frequency, target with precision, and access high value audiences across networks. 

All within a privacy-safe and brand-safe environment. “When we first announced CRA Audio ID at HEARD earlier this year our goal was clear, to make buying digital audio easier, smarter and more effective. Today, thanks to the support of Google, GfK and our network partners, that’s a reality. Together, we’ve moved quickly to deliver a future-fit solution that transparently provides scale, precision and accountability alongside unparalleled access to premium, locally produced content,” said Lizzie Young, CRA CEO.

CRA Audio ID offers advertisers streamlined access to unmatched local scale, consolidating Australian audio audiences into one seamless solution and unlocking a powerful opportunity to drive effectiveness.

“CRA Audio ID is now live and available to trade through Display & Video 360, meaning marketers can activate campaigns across Australia’s biggest and most loved audio environments in a frictionless, privacy-safe way,” continued Young.

Trading through Google’s Display & Video 360 means marketers and agencies can now plan, buy and optimise digital audio alongside other media channels, with the added advantage of local scale, premium content, and forthcoming targeting and measurement capabilities.

Google’s AUNZ Head of Programmatic Media, Christopher Eden, said: “Audio is ingrained in all of our daily lives and is a critical and rapidly transforming part of the Australian advertising mix.

We also collaborate with the broader digital audio ecosystem to grow the total market and provide services to the public and part public audio broadcasting services.

“We’re proud to launch the Audio ID integration in collaboration with local industry partners at CRA. Unified alongside other major channels, the integration in Display & Video 360 will enable our customers to take full advantage of the programmatic audio opportunity with enhanced signals, addressability and a seamless workflow.”

Adding to this Young concluded, “With broadcast audiences remaining strong and digital listening accelerating, our focus remains on building an audio ecosystem that’s easier to access and puts marketers and agencies in control. It’s a practical and powerful example of how we’re embracing digital transformation to make audio work harder.”

Source: *CRA Audio ID (powered by GfK), Monthly Addressable Audience (000s), Live Commercial Radio Streaming and Podcasts, October 2025. | ** Nielsen CMV, Survey 6 2025, National P7D, All People 14+.

Sydney’s 2GB will present live, comprehensive coverage of the State Funeral for legendary Australian broadcaster John Laws this Wednesday, November 19, ensuring listeners across the country can pay their respects and reflect on his extraordinary career.

The special broadcast coverage will be hosted by 2GB presenters Michael McLaren and John Stanley, commencing at 1:00pm AEDT. The special broadcast has been offered to the same network stations that syndicated The John Laws Morning Show for decades. 

The coverage will take the official audio of the full State Funeral service live from St Andrew’s Cathedral in Sydney, beginning at 1:30pm AEDT. The station will also have a team of reporters on the ground, covering the service and providing commentary on this important national event.

Beyond the service, the coverage will feature highlights of John Laws’ seven decades in radio, celebrating his unique style, cultural impact, and the defining moments of his career. 

Nine Radio Managing Director, Tom Malone, said: “John Laws was a giant of Australian radio and we’re proud to be honouring John, and providing his millions of listeners right across the country with the opportunity to be part of the farewell.”

So far 25 stations across Australia have booked the program for their listeners.

Listeners can tune in to 2GB from 1:00pm AEDT this Wednesday, November 19, for the special coverage.

ABC Far North journalist Adam Stephen has been named the winner of the 2025 Bean Lockyer Ticehurst Award for Excellence in Regional Journalism.  

The award was established by the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) to honour ABC cameraman John Bean, journalist Paul Lockyer and chopper pilot Gary Ticehurst, who died in a helicopter crash while on assignment in 2011. 

Stephen took home first prize for his sustained coverage of Queensland’s 2024-25 summer of natural disasters which not only kept people safe as events unfolded but continued to inform and reassure during the rebuilding process, said LGAQ Chief Executive Officer Alison Smith. 

“From clearly communicating the information communities needed during the emergency when for some radio was their only lifeline, to interviewing mayors of impacted communities as the trusted and reliable voices of what was happening on the ground to dramatic rescue stories told by the people who were plucked from roofs lapping with floodwater, Adam’s work covered the full gamut of the weather emergency,” Ms Smith said. 

“But just as importantly, when the media pack moved on as the waters subsided, Adam has continued to turn the focus back on those communities so none are left behind.” 

Judging criteria for the Bean Lockyer Ticehurst Award includes newsworthiness, incisiveness, public benefit and impact on the understanding of the issues and challenges facing regional Queensland, reflecting doggedness and professionalism for which John, Paul and Gary were renowned. 

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The ABC won three awards at the SA Press Club Awards with many other journalists and teams commended and highly commended.

Caroline Horn was awarded Best Regional or Rural Affairs Journalist in Any Medium after leading coverage of the state’s toxic algal bloom and helping bring it to national attention.

Angelique Donellan, Carl Saville and Brant Cumming won Best Long Form TV Report or Extended Coverage for their 7.30 story on the troubled Whyalla steelworks.

The team from 891 ABC Adelaide Breakfast won Best Radio Report or Coverage for highlighting a family’s struggle with the access taxi system.  

Full list of ABC winners:

Best Regional or Rural Affairs Journalist in Any Medium

• Caroline Horn, “The Early Days of the Algal Bloom”

Best Long Form TV Report or Extended Coverage

• Angelique Donellan, Carl Saville and Brant Cumming, “Whyalla: Close to the Brink”

Best Radio Report or Coverage

• 891 ABC Adelaide Breakfast, “Jodie’s access cab call to action”

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ABC Radio Perth Mornings presenter Nadia Mitsopoulos and producer Alicia Hanson have been named the joint West Australian Journalists of the Year at the WA Media Awards for their reporting on the collapse of Perth builder Nicheliving, along with Seven News’ Geoff Parry.

The judges said: “Their tenacious and courageous reporting held powerful figures to account, prompted government intervention and the suspension of the company’s licence, ultimately leading to legislative change.

“Their investigations and compelling use of their respective mediums achieved tangible outcomes and exemplified journalism in the public interest.”

Altogether ABC teams and journalists won an outstanding 10 awards, across categories including Culture and Arts Report, Legal Affairs Report, New Journalist or Cadet, Regional & Community — Three News Stories/Features, Science and Environmental Report, Social Equity Report, Feature Photograph/Photographic Essay, Audio News Story and Multimedia Feature.

Full list of ABC winners:

ALL MEDIA

 Culture and Arts Report

• Gianfranco Di Giovanni and Angus Mackintosh, ABC, “Interactive Art and Games”

Legal Affairs Report

• Mya Kordic and Esse Deves, ABC, “State’s Most Vulnerable Child”

New Journalist or Cadet

• Andrew Williams, ABC

Regional & Community — Three News Stories/Features

• Erin Parke, ABC, “Missing Men”

Science and Environmental Report

• Rhiannon Shine, ABC, “Rock Study Revelations”

Social Equity Report

• Dunja Karagic and Mya Kordic, ABC, “Inside the Classes Where Violent Men Work to Change Their Behaviour”

PHOTOGRAPHY

Feature Photograph / Photographic Essay

• Cason Ho, ABC, “Weaponising the State”

RADIO/AUDIO JOURNALISM

Audio News Story

• Alicia Hanson and Nadia Mitsopoulos, ABC, “Niche Nightmare Over: Hundreds Can Finally Finish Homes”

MULTIMEDIA

Multimedia Feature

• Charmayne Allison and Xavier Martin, ABC, “The Pintupi Nine”

West Australian Journalist of the Year

• Alicia Hanson & Nadia Mistopoulos, ABC, “Niche Nightmare Over”

Outcomes of our 2025 investigations

Program or issue	Station/licensee	Description	Outcome	Report published
Licence condition matter	Sutherland Shire Community Radio Association Inc. (2SSR)	Time limit on sponsorship announcement	Breach of paragraph 9(3)(b) of Schedule 2 to the BSA(ref. BI-747 and BI-748)	3 October 2025
The Kyle & Jackie O Show	KIIS 1065 / Commonwealth Broadcasting Corporation Pty Ltd	Decency, complaints handling	Breaches of 2.2 [generally accepted standards of decency]Breach of 10.11 [respond to complaint in 30 days] of the Commercial Radio Code of Practice 2017(ref. ACMA report)	1 October 2025
The Kyle & Jackie O Show	KIIS 1011 / Double T Radio Pty Ltd	Decency, complaints handling	Breaches of 2.2 [generally accepted standards of decency]Breach of 10.11 [respond to complaint in 30 days] of the Commercial Radio Code of Practice 2017(ref. ACMA report)	1 October 2025

Brisbane’s 4BC has today announced Jason Matthews as the permanent host of 4BC Mornings, following an impressive run as a fill-in presenter and contributor across the station.

Matthews joined 4BC in October last year, filling in on Wild World of Sports and 4BC Drive before stepping in to assist on air during ex – Tropical Cyclone Alfred rolling coverage earlier this year. Most recently, he has been a familiar voice for 4BC Mornings listeners since taking over the hosting chair in September.

With an impressive broadcasting background that includes decades of experience across multiple networks, Matthews brings a wealth of experience and understanding of talk radio to 4BC.

From hard-hitting news and politics to the lighter side of life, Matthews’ relatable and intelligent commentary has made him a trusted voice for Brisbane audiences. He has firmly won over 4BC listeners with his quick-witted opinions, sharp analysis of the local news cycle and above all, his compassion.

During his time at 4BC, Matthews has helped reverse decisions to evict listeners from their homes, given a platform to residents protesting local developments, and been a strong voice for small businesses struggling with cost-of-living pressures, reflecting his dedication to the community and his listeners.

“I’m genuinely excited to be hosting Mornings on 4BC. This is a chance to have real conversations about the things that matter to Queenslanders — cost of living pressures, local community issues, our sporting culture, politics, and the stories shaping everyday life. And let’s be honest… if there’s a BBQ, a stadium debate, or a game of footy involved, I’ll be right in the middle of it. I’m looking forward to giving a strong local voice to the issues we care about and connecting with listeners across Brisbane and beyond. Let’s celebrate this great capital city of ours and continue to make it better for everyone”, said Matthews.

4BC Station Manager Siobhain McDonnell said: “Jason Matthews is a natural talkback presenter. His quick wit, wry sense of humour and sharp analysis of current affairs has already proven incredibly popular with the 4BC audience and I am delighted to be welcoming him to the station as part of the permanent lineup in 2026.”

Tune in to 4BC Mornings with Jason Matthews, weekdays from 9am -12pm.

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LiSTNR has released a new branded podcast series, Beyond Tough, hosted by actor, author and former NRL player Matt Nable.

Beyond Tough flips the script on traditional notions of toughness, digging deeper and spotlighting the vulnerability behind some of Australia’s most iconic sporting figures.

Across five powerful episodes, Matt Nable sits down with AFL ruckman Brodie Grundy and former sporting greats – rugby league premiership winner Wade Graham, cricketer, vice-captain and now coach and commentator Brad Haddin, Olympic swimming great Cate Campbell OAM, and rugby league forward Aaron Woods, as these tough Aussie legends open up about the moments that truly tested them, both in competition and in life.

From Brodie Grundy admitting he “didn’t have love for the game” early in his AFL career, to Wade Graham revealing how the ASADA scandal rocked his life and family, Brad Haddin reflecting on his daughter’s cancer diagnosis to Cate Campbell reliving the moment her brother nearly died while she was at the London Olympics, and Aaron Woods speaking candidly about his struggles with anxiety – these are stories that redefine what it means to be “tough”.

Michael James, LiSTNR’s Head of Sport said: “LiSTNR is proud to partner with Volkswagen to bring listeners inspiring stories of resilience from some of Australia’s sporting legends. We all know their stats and big wins, but these stories dig deeper into the determination, the setbacks, and the strength it takes to bounce back stronger.”All five episodes of Beyond Tough will be released on Monday, 10 November 2025. Listen for free exclusively on the LiSTNR app.