3AW continues to set the daily agenda in Melbourne, with the station once again confirmed as the city’s undisputed No. 1 in Breakfast, Mornings, Evenings and AFL.

The latest GfK Radio 360 Survey 4 results, released today, cement 3AW’s position as Melbourne’s premier destination for live, local and compelling talk radio. The station has posted a strong overall audience share of 11.9 and a commanding commercial streaming share of 28.9%.

Each week, a massive 694,000 Melburnians tune into 3AW, drawn to its agenda-setting mix of breaking news, sharp opinion and lively conversation that keeps the city informed and entertained.

3AW’s dominance is driven by its powerhouse lineup, securing the No. 1 position across key dayparts. 

In the key Breakfast battleground, Ross and Russ remain in a league of their own. They posted a huge share of 17.2, leaving their closest rival 6.7 share points behind. The show connects with a loyal weekly audience of 444,000 and is an absolute powerhouse in the digital space, capturing a 41.2% share of commercial streaming.

The winning momentum continues into Mornings, with Tom Elliott cementing his No. 1 position in the timeslot. He achieved an impressive share of 13.9, with his agenda-setting program connecting with 434,000 listeners every week. This leadership extends to the digital space, where he commands a powerful 36.6% of commercial streaming.

In the Afternoons slot, Tony Moclair posted a share of 7.6. His unique blend of engaging discussion and high listener interaction continues to resonate strongly with audiences across Melbourne.

In the highly competitive Drive timeslot, Jacqui Felgate achieved a strong result, posting a share of 8.6 (up 0.4 on Survey 3). The program is a daily destination for more than a quarter of a million Melburnians as they end their workday.

3AW’s winning form continues in Evenings, with Denis Walter once again proving he owns the timeslot. He achieved an incredible share of 18.7, making his show the undisputed choice for Melbourne nights.

On weekends, Melbourne continues to start its day with Darren James, whose show has again secured its position as the No. 1 choice for weekend breakfast listening.

3AW Football dominated the weekend, finishing as the No. 1 broadcast on Thursday and Friday nights while also winning the overall football ratings across Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday – a great team effort.

3AW Station Manager Stephen Beers said: “I’m incredibly proud of the entire 3AW team. These results show that when it matters most – when Melbourne is starting its day and setting the agenda – their trusted choice is 3AW. To be the clear No. 1 in Breakfast, Mornings, Evenings and AFL is a testament to the powerful connection we have with our listeners. We’re hugely grateful for that loyalty and will continue working hard every day to earn it.”

Source: GfK Radio360 Ratings, 3AW Melbourne Survey 4 2025, Mon-Sun 5.30am-12MN, Mon-Fri 5.30am-8.30am, Mon-Fri 8.30am-12pm, Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm, Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm, Mon-Wed 8pm-12MN, AFL Thur-Fri 7pm-12MN, Sat 12-8PM, Sun 12-7PM, Weekends 5.30am-12MN, Cume (000s), Market Share % Total Radio, Commercial Streaming share %, AP10+ , unless otherwise specified. 

For further information, please contact:
Terry Stuart
Senior Communications Manager
tstuart@nine.com.au

Tuesday, 22 July, 2025