AU & NZ

Australia Explained is tailored for new and recent migrants to the country, about the quirks of Australian culture you might not understand if you haven’t grown up in the country.Originally created by SBS Arabic24, the series has also been produced in Mandarin and Punjabi.The five new languages are; Filipino, Persian, Russian, Thai, and Turkish.There are six episodes in each season, taking a fun look at Aussie… Read More
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Once again, The Radio Today Podcast Awards will recognise the most innovative individuals and organisations in podcasting from across the Australian media and marketing landscape.Although entries won’t open till 11 April, 2022, planning and preparing to submit your best work as early as possible is a winning strategy.Key DatesEntries Open: Monday, Mon 11 April, 11.59pm AEST… Read More
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Doug Edwards, the creator of Australia’s longest-running radio series, How Green Was My Cactus, has been awarded an OAM in today’s Australia Day Honours for ’service to radio as a comedy writer and creator’.The satirical series about politics and people stars Keith Scott and Robyn Moore.The program is the longest-running radio serial in Australian history… Read More
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Medal in the General Division of the Order of Australia Mrs. Caroline Marcelle HUTCHINSON (pictured), Alexandra Headland QLD 4572For service to the radio broadcast media.Eon Media Group Breakfast Host, 7 Mix FM, Sunshine Coast, since 1998. Mr. John MARTIN, Lilyfield NSW 2040For service to radio broadcast media.Television and Radio Board Director, 2RPH, since 2019. Founding General Manager, Television… Read More
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NEWFM listeners have voted to remove Adele from the station’s playlist this Friday.“I love NEWFM but there’s too much Adele,” said one listener.So, with the boss’ blessing, from 12 am Friday, absolutely no Adele will be played on the Newcastle station.“This is a huge call,” argued CD Joel Thompson.The much-anticipated new album from Adele, titled… Read More
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Rock legend Neil Young has recently contacted Spotify with an ultimatum; remove all of his music from the platform or remove all content produced by Joe Rogan.The singer has accused Spotify of providing a platform for Joe Rogan to spread misinformation after Joe promoted the horse and cattle de-wormer, Ivermectin, as an option to treat… Read More
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