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Composite image of Whitlam and a 4ZZZ test broadcast, both 1975.

‘Where’s our transmitter?’ How the Whitlam dismissal nearly silenced radio 4ZZZ

The birth of Queensland’s first community radio station 50 years ago was a story of insurmountable odds meeting implacable effort – and a few cunning tricks.

  • Nick Dent

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Suddenly it’s blokes akimbo on ABC radio. Loyal female listeners are noticing

Women are among the ABC’s most loyal listeners – and they like listening to women.

  • Jenna Price
Chris bath has resigned from the Drive program.

ABC radio presenter steps down in surprise resignation

The high-profile star said it had been a “big year” and she was resigning to “pursue some passion projects”.

  • Chris Hook
John Laws was known as “golden tonsils” for his distinctive voice.

John Laws will be farewelled at a state funeral on Wednesday. Here’s what to expect

Here’s what to expect ahead of the funeral, and a quick history of the state services observed in Australia.

  • Daniel Lo Surdo
Radio announcer John Laws comes out of retirement to go on the air for 2SM in Pyrmont, Sydney. 31 January, 2011.

John Laws: Showman, salesman, therapist and newsman

Laws was known as “Golden Tonsils”, opening his radio show on his golden microphone with the words “Hello world”. He went on to become one of Australia’s most influential broadcasters.

  • John Stanley
The new hosts of 4BC Breakfast, Dean Miller and Sofie Formica.

Duo revealed as new hosts for 4BC Breakfast

Dean Miller and Sofie Formica will take over from Peter Fegan, who helmed his last show three weeks ago.

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Bold statement: Carrie Bickmore.

Carrie Bickmore, local heroes honoured at Victoria’s Australian of the Year awards

Ten years ago, Carrie Bickmore donned a blue beanie while accepting her Gold Logie and started a conversation about brain cancer.

  • William Ton
A tearful Robin Bailey says she is fearful about how she will earn a living after her breakfast radio program with co-hosts Kip Wightman and former Broncos star Corey Oates was axed.

‘Not Kyle and Jackie O’: Radio hosts address rumours as Robin Bailey takes swipe at network after axing

The veteran of Brisbane radio has taken shots at the Australian Radio Network after her KIIS97.3 breakfast show was dropped.

  • Marissa Calligeros
4BC’s 2025 line-up, including Bill McDonald, second from left, and Peter Fegan, centre, who have both done their last shows, along with Peter Tsaltis, Sofie Formica and Gary Hardgrave.

‘I’ll catch you then’: Breakfast radio host won’t be back after ratings dip

Peter Fegan signed off from his final show telling listeners he would be back on Monday as usual.

  • Dominique Tassell
ARN are unable to reign in their star hosts, the media watchdog’s chair said.

Kyle and Jackie O owner fails to rein ‘vulgar, offensive’ content says watchdog

The show continues to broadcast content that is “unacceptable to the community” and its parent company is unable or unwilling to stop it, ACMA said.

  • Calum Jaspan

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