AU & NZ

2GB Starlight Radiothon smashes target

The 2GB Starlight Radiothon has smashed its target, raising more than $435,000. Held last Friday, the day-long event was spearheaded by Ben Fordham, Mark Levy, Michael McLaren and Clinton Maynard. Over 1200 individuals and businesses contributed to the cause, with donations flying in – from a few dollars to $20,000. The radiothon is the annual… Read More
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AU & NZ

Troubled Waters podcast prompts reopening of coronial investigation

An independent podcast is being credited with triggering the reopening of an Australian coronial investigation. Last week, the Victorian Coroners Court confirmed it will reopen the investigation into the 2011 death of Louisa Ioannidis, following new information and renewed public attention generated by Troubled Waters. Hosted by Acast, the 10-part investigative podcast was released last… Read More
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AU & NZ

Tough taskmaster. Kind heart. The paradox that is Eddie McGuire

Eddie McGuire is slightly taken aback by the suggestion that people might have misconceptions about the person he is. One of Australia’s most powerful and polarising figures at the height of his media career, Eddie only ever demanded of his colleagues the same professionalism he demanded of himself. He’s the first to admit he’s a… Read More
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AU & NZ

Stav Davidson (unofficially) knighted in recognition of 20 years on B105 Breakfast

Brisbane has a new Knight (and not the armour-wearing variety). This week, Stav Davidson from B105’s Stav, Abby & Matt was (unofficially) knighted by Adrian Schrinner – the Right Honourable Lord Mayor Brisbane. Stav shall hereby be known as The Knight of the Enoggera Reservoir. The honour was bestowed in recognition of Stav’s 20 years… Read More
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