AU & NZ

Sound Story expands East Coast comms team

Sound Story is bolstering its communications capabilities across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with several key hires and an internal promotion. Joining Sound Story as Strategic Communications Lead is Kate McCabe, who arrives from the Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet, where she served as Senior Advisor, Strategic Communications, advising on high-stakes issues and whole-of-government strategy…. Read More
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AU & NZ

Crossy departs KIX Country but not radio

If you are a part of the country music scene in any way, chances are you’ll know Crossy.
Luke ‘Crossy’ Cross joined KIX Country a…
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AU & NZ

ARN’s iHeart and Magellan unveil new insights into Australia’s podcast advertising

Building on its quarterly release of Australia’s top podcast advertisers, ARN’s iHeart and Magellan AI have unveiled a new report providing deeper insights into how brands are leveraging podcasts to connect with their customers. The revived quarterly report continues to showcase the top brands investing in Australian podcasts and the genres they’re investing in, with… Read More
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Ireland

Radio stations set for live broadcasts from Electric Picnic 2025

Electric Picnic 2025 will feature live coverage from a number of Irish radio stations throughout the weekend.

Raidió na Life returns to Stradbally with An Puball Gaeilge, the festival’s hub for the Irish language. The station will broadcast live programmes on Saturday and Sunday evening and run a full weekend of debates, music and discussions in partnership with Foras na Gaeilge and other cultural organisations.
Today FM will once again be the official radio partner of the festival, hosting its Sound Garden and broadcasting live across the weekend. Presenters including Ian Dempsey, Dave Moore, Louise Cantillon, Ray Foley, Claire Beck and Matt Cooper will be on site. The station has also launched a digital pop-up stream, Electric Picnic Radio, on the GoLoud app, playing tracks from this year’s line-up alongside past festival highlights.
Mainland Radio is confirmed as the outside broadcast partner for Electric Picnic 2025. The station will provide on-site coverage, with presenters Maurice and Ciara broadcasting live from the festival grounds.
TG4 will also be present with its special “BEO ón Electric Picnic”, which will air from the Hazelwood and Puball Gaeilge stages. While TG4 is primarily a television broadcaster, the programme has a strong audio-led format featuring live music, podcasts, céilí, yoga and comedy, hosted by Síomha Ní Ruairc and John Sharpson.
Between national, community and Irish-language stations, festival-goers and audiences at home will be able to tune into a wide range of live radio and broadcast content across the weekend.
Electric Picnic 2025 takes place from 29 to 31 August at Stradbally Hall in County Laois. […]

AU & NZ

We see you: Lucy & Kel bring joy to kids doing it tough

Lucy & Kel from Melbourne’s 89.9TheLight are bringing some much-needed joy to kids who’ve been doing it tough. Returning for a fifth consecutive year, Lucy & Kel’s Screening with Meaning is a free movie premiere for children who’ve faced hardship in recent times. Maybe it’s a health diagnosis, family problems, school or emotional challenges. Whatever… Read More
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