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Kaitlyn Smith is a journalist at the Herald Sun, covering lifestyle, entertainment and general news. She regularly appears on TV and radio programs as a guest commentator.

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Sharnelle Vella and Bob Murphy will host ABC Radio Melbourne breakfast in 2025. Picture: Supplied/Instagram

ABC Radio Melbourne once dominated our airwaves. It just delivered its worst ever ratings

Once considered a top broadcast performer, ABC Radio Melbourne has slowly fallen to the bottom of the pack in the ratings war. Where did it all go wrong?

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Neil Mitchell and Red Symons for RedÕs first regular appearance on 3AW Mornings for Page 13. Picture: David Caird

Red Symons weighs in on ABC Melbourne’s ratings disaster

Former ABC radio host Red Symons has spoken out about the network’s dire new ratings low, saying listeners are turning away from the public broadcaster in favour of better offerings.

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EMBARGO DO NOT USE 22 MARCH 2025 CONTACT SARAH MATRAY IF FURTHER INFO NEEDED HOLD FOR VWEEKEND Melbourne model, podcaster and personality Olivia Molly Rogers at Queen Victoria Markets for Vweekend. Picture: Jason Edwards

‘I kind of like to wing it’: Olivia Molly Rogers on mastering her own universe

She’s a former beauty queen, author, speech pathologist and a mental health advocate, but after an intense period of growth Olivia Molly Rogers is in her happiest phase with a new podcast. She reveals what’s next and why she doesn’t always plan.

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VWeekend cover and story with Grant Denyer ahead of his 25th anniversary in showbiz. Picture: David Caird

‘I didn’t really want to be a weatherman’: Grant Denyer on 25 years in showbiz

From feeling like ‘a big, fake pretender’ to winning a coveted Gold Logie, Grant Denyer has done the hard yards and still comes out smiling as he celebrates 25 years in television.

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KIIS FM breakfast radio hosts Jackie 'O' Henderson and Kyle Sandilands. Picture - Supplied

Radio wars: Can Kyle & Jackie O win over Melbourne in 2025?

2024 proved to be a drama-filled year on Melbourne’s airwaves, but with fresh new line-ups and the return of some controversial names, experts have revealed what local audiences can expect in 2025.

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Alex Merrett and Sofia RIchie

Sofia Richie’s surprise act leaves Essendon WAG speechless

The pregnant wife of Bombers captain Zach Merrett has been given the ultimate stamp of approval from none other than Hollywood royalty Sofia Richie Grainge.

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Lambo Guy Adrian Portelli says he will dish out an extra $10,000 to South Australian authorities if a magistrate finds that his business LMCT+ conducted unlawful lotteries in the state.

Lambo Guy denies wrongdoing, pledges to ‘round up’ $190k fine

Adrian Portelli has shrugged off allegations his business LMCT+ illegally operated in South Australia and said he will ‘round up’ his hefty fine if found guilty.

Adrian Portelli penthouse party, with actor Nicky Whelan , PICTURE: Instagram,

Lambo Guy’s bold declaration amid string of charges

Billionaire Adrian Portelli hosted a penthouse party as he boldly vowed to continue offering cash giveaways despite being hit with a string of charges over the alleged illegal operation of his business.

MELBOURNE, NOVEMBER 29, 2024: Eight-time world champion surfer Stephanie Gilmore pictured at Brighton Beach. Picture: Mark Stewart

Mystery looms over Steph Gilmore’s return to world tour

Surf legend Stephanie Gilmore is adamant she’ll return to the professional circuit that she’s long been known to dominate – but when that will be remains unclear.

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Sunrise host breaks down as bodies of Bianca Jones, Holly Bowles return home

Sunrise host Natalie Barr has become emotional live on air as the bodies of methanol poisoning victims Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles arrived in Melbourne after a tragic final journey home from Thailand.

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