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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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.
‘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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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