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Sydney’s top rating radio station 2GB has unveiled its summer line up, ensuring listeners stay informed and entertained over the holiday period. It comes as 2GB prepares for a special end of year celebration at the new Cabravale Club Resort at Canley Vale this Thursday.

The summer line up, taking effect from Monday December 15, 2025, will be:

• Overnights Midnight-5.30am: Phil O’Neil
• Breakfast 5:30am-9.00am: James Willis (Christmas Day – Mark Levy 6am-10am)
• Mornings 9.00am-Midday: Luke Grant
• Afternoons Midday-3pm: Luke Bona / Lucy Zelic
• Drive 3pm-6pm: Trent Nikolic
• Wide World Of Sports 6pm-7pm: Adam Hawse / Mike Pearsall
• Nights 7pm-Midnight: Bill Woods
• Weekends: The Garden Clinic, Jason Morrison and The Two Murrays.

Station Manager, Greg Byrnes, said: “2GB never switches off. We’ve assembled a summer line-up our listeners know, trust, and can rely on to keep the conversation rolling. It’s often a busy and challenging time of year, bushfires have already hit hard, but Sydney knows it can rely on 2GB for up-to-the-minute news and information, along with reassurance and companionship”

“Christmas Day is always a highlight. We’ll be broadcasting carols live on Christmas Eve, followed by Mark Levy’s special Christmas Day program from 6am. We’ll then join the inspiring tradition of Reverend Bill Crews’ Christmas Day lunch live from the Exodus Foundation”

To mark the end of another successful year, 2GB’s daytime presenting team of Ben Fordham, Mark Levy, Michael McLaren and Clinton Maynard will head to Cabravale Club Resort in Canley Vale this Thursday for a special end-of-year broadcast.

Listeners are invited to join Ben and the team at Cabravale Club Resort from 7am. The daylong celebration will conclude with Clinton Maynard’s Sydney Now program at 6pm.

Mr Byrnes says “Before all the holidays begin we want to say thank you. On Thursday, the entire 2GB team will be at the new Cabravale Club Resort for a day of live radio, special guest, and giveaways. It’s our way of thanking all our loyal listeners for making 2GB Sydney’s top-rating radio station for another year. Come and say G’day!”

For further information, please contact:
Adrian Motte
Senior Communications Manager – Trade & Publishing
amotte@nine.com.au 

Wednesday 10 December, 2025

The counters are polished and the stakes are high as three of Australia’s most entertaining celebrities prepare to face the machine in a special prime-time edition of Tipping Point, Sunday, December 14, at 7.00 pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Hosted by tennis legend Todd Woodbridge, in this charity showdown a trio of TV and radio heavyweights will battle it out for a $40,000 cash prize for their chosen causes.

Radio royalty and television presenter Kate Langbroek brings her trademark fearless humour to the game, hoping to secure a big win for My Room Children’s Charity.

Joining her is the “Crown Prince of Comedy”, Joel Creasey. The Nova Drive-time presenter is ready to unleash his quick wit on the machine in support of Breakthrough T1D.

Completing the lineup is stand-up sensation and Fox FM Breakfast host Nick Cody. Known for his no-nonsense comedy style, Nick is aiming to tip the counters over the edge in the favour of Foodbank.

Will they master the machine? Expect edge-of-your-seat drama and hilarity as these three stars take on Tipping Point’s riveting blend of chance and skill – Sunday, December 14, at 7.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

For further information, please contact:
Alexandra Maiolo
9Network Publicity
alexandra.maiolo@nine.com.au 

Tuesday, 9 December, 2025

Triumphs, Tragedies and Turmoil

The 9Network presents 2025: The Year That Was, this Sunday, December 7, at 7.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Join Samantha Armytage for a look back at the moments that shook the world and shaped our nation. This 90-minute national special is a sweeping review of 12 monumental months defined by global political chaos, domestic economic upheaval, beacons of hope and heartwarming triumphs. From the corridors of power in Washington to the miraculous safe return of stranded NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, we revisit the headlines that demanded our attention.

Key Highlights Include:

The Bright Side: Amid the chaos there were moments of pure joy in 2025. We relive the spectacular ocean landing that brought stranded NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams home safely; the heartwarming return of Valerie the dachshund; and the celebrations in Brisbane for a remarkable NRL-NRLW “deadly double”.

A Political Realignment: We examine how the cost-of-living squeeze put pressure on Aussies this year, as well as the road to the federal election that resulted in a stunning win for Anthony Albanese.

The Second Coming of Trump: The return of Donald Trump to the White House and how his second term captivated the world.

Crime & Consequences: The international obsession with the Erin Patterson triple-murder trial that ended with the sentencing of the “Mushroom Murderer”. Plus, the escalating youth-violence crisis in Victoria and the ongoing manhunt for anti-government extremist Dezi Freeman.

A Royal Reckoning: Scandal continued to plague the monarchy as King Charles stripped his younger brother, Andrew, of his titles.

Global Flashpoints: From Chinese warships sailing off the Australian coast to the expulsion of Iran’s ambassador, 2025 was a year of diplomatic tension. Yet hope emerged as a long-awaited Gaza ceasefire was finally brokered.

Nature’s Fury: Following devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, Australia faced its own “biblical deluge” with record-breaking floods in North Queensland and the NSW mid North Coast.
 

From the moments that left us speechless to the events that sparked a global conversation, tune in to witness history in review when 2025: The Year That Was premieres Sunday, December 7, at 7.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Producers: Tracey Hannaford and Alex Chance 

For further information, please contact:
9Network Publicity
Alex Dyer
alex.dyer@nine.com.au

Friday, 5 December, 2025

Golfing superstar and 2025 Masters champion Rory McIlroy will step onto Royal Melbourne Golf Club for the Crown Australian Open this week, and it’s all live and free from Thursday, December 4 on the 9Network and 9Now. 

Australia’s best men’s golfers will get their shot at the current world no.2, when Cameron Smith, Min Woo Lee, Adam Scott, Marc Leishman and kiwi Ryan Fox will be hell bent on stealing the limelight to pocket the $2 million in prize money on the line. 

Viewers can stream every round anywhere, anytime for free on 9Now. McIlroy will feature in the morning group to tee off the coverage live on 9GemHD on Thursday, before switching to Channel 9HD on Friday through to Sunday afternoon.

In commentary for Nine’s Wide World of Sports is Ali Whitaker, Brenton Speed, Anthony Hudson and former pro’s Nick O’Hern, Ewan Porter and Paul Gow. 9News reporter Nat Yoannidis will join the coverage to capture all the colour of the event, with Today on course across the tournament.

For further information, please contact:
Ryley McKay
Senior Publicist and Digital Manager – Sport
ryley.mckay@nine.com.au 

Tuesday, 2 December, 2025

The 9Network has announced the first part of its star-studded lineup for the nation’s favourite Christmas Eve tradition, Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight presented by AAMI.

Broadcasting live from the home of the Carols, the Sidney Myer Music Bowl on Wednesday, December 24, at 8.00pm, hosts David Campbell and Sarah Abo will return to guide Australia through another unforgettable night of festive cheer.

This year the stage will light up with a spectacular array of talent, featuring international stars, Aussie greats, and the hottest acts in musical theatre.

America’s global country sensation, Lainey Wilson, will bring Nashville sparkle to Christmas Eve, fresh from a history-making night at the 2025 CMA Awards, where she swept the field to be crowned Entertainer of the Year and Female Vocalist of the Year. Lainey also won the Album of the Year Award for her chart-topping record, Whirlwind. 

In an exclusive scoop for Australian audiences ahead of her Whirlwind World Tour Down Under next February, she will join host David Campbell for a special performance that promises to be a show-stopping highlight of the night.

In another Carols exclusive, Australian country music star Morgan Evans returns to perform his new Christmas single that honors the Paul Kelly classic.

Also making his Carols debut is award-winning Broadway and TV star Andy Karl, performing with his fiancée Elise McCann, the Australian actor and musical theatre star.

The Carols lineup also includes:

• ARIA Award-winning artist Dami Im
• The cast of the smash-hit MJ The Musical
• Powerhouse vocalist Casey Donovan 
• Critically acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter Michael Paytner 
• Children’s favourite Emma Memma

Plus, this year brings dynamic collaborations and audience favourites, including some electric pairings. In a Carols first, much-loved Tim Campbell joins forces with vocal diva Paulini, while the self-proclaimed ‘Kings of Christmas,’ Rob Mills and Bobby Fox return to the stage.

Of course it wouldn’t be Christmas Eve without the legends who have become the heart and soul of Carols by Candlelight. Viewers will welcome back our beloved Carols family; Marina Prior, Silvie Paladino, David Hobson and Denis Walter.

David Campbell said: “Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight is something very special that I look forward to every year. It’s a chance to spread the joy and make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most by raising money for Vision Australia.”

Sarah Abo added: “It’s always such a wonderful night, and I can’t wait to get back to the Sidney Myer Music Bowl to host alongside David and celebrate Christmas Eve with everyone there and our viewers all around Australia.”

Carols by Candlelight is Vision Australia’s biggest annual fundraiser for children’s services, with 100 per cent of profits from ticket sales and donations going directly towards supporting close to 2,000 families with children who are blind or have low vision. Tickets to the Sidney Myer Music Bowl are on sale now and can be purchased via www.carolsbycandlelight.com.au.

VISION AUSTRALIA’S CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT:
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24, LIVE AT 8.00PM
ON CHANNEL 9 & 9NOW
@Channel9 @carolsbycandlelight_aus
#CarolsByCandlelight
To make a donation to Vision Australia visit donatetovision.com

For further information, please contact:
Alexandra Maiolo
9Network Publicity
alexandra.maiolo@nine.com.au 

Monday, 1 December, 2025

3AW today announced the full-time appointment of recently-retired Geelong AFLW captain, Meg McDonald, who will join the station in 2026 as its new Executive Producer of 3AW Football.

McDonald, a decorated figure in the AFLW, officially retired from the league after 76 matches, concluding a career that saw her lead the Geelong Cats for the past six seasons. Her distinguished on-field achievements include being a two-time All-Australian, winning the Geelong Best and Fairest award in 2019, and finishing as the longest-serving skipper in the club’s AFLW history.

Away from the field, McDonald has built a strong professional portfolio, working closely with the media and the AFL as a member of Geelong’s communications team. Crucially, she has already established a strong relationship with 3AW, having worked with the station throughout the 2025 AFL and AFLW seasons, in addition to her involvement with Fox Footy for a number of years. McDonald has also been recognised for her leadership potential, having been nominated for the AFL’s prestigious leadership program.

3AW Station Manager, Stephen Beers, said of McDonald’s appointment: “We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Meg to 3AW as our Executive Producer of 3AW Football. She is a proven leader, an exceptional football mind, and her experience both on-field as a decorated captain and off-field in media and communications is unparalleled. As the No.1 radio station for AFL coverage, this key appointment ensures that we continue to lead the way and deliver the gold standard in football broadcasting for our listeners in 2026 and beyond. We can’t wait for her to transition into this vital role.”

McDonald said: “I am as deeply honoured as I am excited by the opportunity that this role presents. Like so many millions of Victorians, I have admired the voices of 3AW for as long as I can remember and been a listener for longer still. It’s been my great pleasure to get to know and love the 3AW Football team as it’s embraced and supported me in recent years. I look forward to contributing everything I have in this new capacity, and to helping advance the already-preeminent radio station and AFL coverage.”

Meg McDonald will commence her full-time role as Executive Producer of 3AW Football in the new year.

For further information, please contact:
Caitlin Lynch
Senior Communications Manager, Nine
clynch@nine.com.au 

Wednesday, 26 November, 2025

3AW has decisively cemented its status as Melbourne’s premier radio destination, yet again proving it is the undisputed leader in the market.

The latest GfK Radio 360 Survey 7 results, released today, confirm the station’s robust appeal, underscoring its role as the city’s essential source for live, local and engaging talk content.

The station’s dominant performance is reflected across all platforms, securing a substantial overall audience share of 14.7 (up 0.1), alongside an exceptional commercial streaming share of 33.9%.

Every week, 719,000 Melburnians tune into 3AW, captivated by its unparalleled blend of up-to-the-minute news, incisive commentary, compelling sports discussion and vibrant local interaction. 

3AW‘s stronghold on the market is evident across the schedule, successfully retaining the coveted No. 1 position in breakfast, mornings, evenings and weekends. 

In the highly competitive breakfast slot, Ross and Russ once again proved unbeatable, claiming a massive 21 share. This dominance places them at more than 10 points ahead of their closest rival. Their must-listen show reaches 533,000 listeners weekly and leads the digital charge with a staggering 50.3% commercial streaming share.

Tom Elliott has maintained his success in mornings, delivering a winning share of 16.9 and connecting with a weekly audience of 450,000 listeners. His lead is equally strong in the digital space, maintaining an impressive 36% share of commercial streaming.

Afternoons saw Tony Moclair achieve a solid 10.8 share in the afternoon slot – up by 1.3 points on the same survey last year and placing him second in the slot.

Jacqui Felgate recorded an 11.9 share in the drive slot – up a full 3 share points on the same survey last year and also landing her second in the slot.

In evenings, Denis Walter reaffirmed his market-leading status, securing a substantial share of 19 – up 2.9 share points on the previous survey.

On the weekends, Darren James‘ Weekend Breakfast remains Melbourne’s undisputed preferred choice for starting the weekend, proving its consistent appeal.

3AW Station Manager Stephen Beers said: “To finish the year with such a powerful result is a testament to the hard work and passion demonstrated by everyone on the 3AW team, from our talent to our producers and news team. We are deeply thankful to our Melbourne audience for their commitment, which is the driving force behind this success. This result solidifies our unique connection with the city, proving that when Melbourne wants live, local, and credible talk, they turn to 3AW.”

Source: GfK Radio360 Ratings, 3AW Melbourne Survey 7 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, 25 November, 2025

Sydney’s 2GB has capped off 2025 with a clear victory in the final radio survey of the year, securing its position as the undisputed No.1 radio station in the city. The station delivered a dominant performance with a 13.8 share – claiming the top spot across Breakfast, Mornings, Evenings, and Weekends.

The commanding performance was led by Ben Fordham Live, which posted a decisive victory, reaching a 16.8 share to claim its place as Sydney’s most listened-to Breakfast program for the year. The winning momentum carried through most dayparts, which was evidenced by Mornings with Mark Levy, which maintained the No.1 spot with a 15.8 share (up 0.9) – Levy’s best result of the year!

2GB has also cemented its status as the outright No.1 in live audio streaming, with its unmatched ability to connect with audiences across all platforms. The station recorded a 27.4 commercial streaming share – a dominance that spanned all dayparts, including the competitive Breakfast and Mornings slots, which recorded massive shares of 42.1 and 28.9 respectively.

2GB Station Manager, Greg Byrnes said: “It’s been a tough year in a challenging market, but Sydney has delivered 2GB an early Christmas present! We end the year dominating all key time slots, thanks to the hundreds of thousands of listeners who join our real conversations daily. A 50% jump in listener engagement since last year shows Sydney is tuning in longer — wonderful recognition for the hard work of our content teams.”

Highlights from GfK Survey 7 include: 

• Afternoons with Michael McLaren posted a 10.6 share
• Sydney Now with Clinton Maynard recorded a 7.9 share
• Wide World of Sports with Adam Hawse recorded a 8.0 share 
• Money News with Evan Lucas posted a 10.8 share
• Nights with John Stanley remains the clear No.1 with a 26.3 share
• Weekends with Luke Grant is No.1 posting a 14.6 share (up 0.8)
• Overnights with Phil O’Neil is also No.1 recording 17.7 share

Source: GfK Radio360 Ratings, 2GB Sydney Survey 7 2025, Mon-Fri 5.30am-9am, Mon-Fri 9am-12pm, Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm, Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm, Mon-Fri 6pm-7pm, Mon-Thur 7pm-8pm, Mon-Thur 8pm-12am, Sat-Sun 9am-1pm, Mon-Fri 12am-5.30am, Market Share % Total Radio, Streaming share % AP10+ .

For further information, please contact:
Caitlin Lynch
Senior Communications Manager, Nine 
clynch@nine.com.au 

Tuesday, 25 November, 2025

TOTAL RADIO 

Nine Radio has cemented its position as the undisputed leader in Australian radio, sweeping the final GfK Survey 7 ratings for 2025. Both Sydney’s 2GB and Melbourne’s 3AW finished the year as the outright No.1 radio stations in their respective markets. This dominance was felt across the schedule, with both stations claiming the No.1 spot in Breakfast and Mornings, and with Ben Fordham Live (2GB) and Breakfast with Ross and Russ (3AW) crucially winning the coveted Breakfast battle.

2GB Highlights

• 2GB delivered the No.1 share overall across Sydney’s airwaves with 13.8
• Ben Fordham Live is No.1 in Breakfast with a 16.8 share
• Mornings with Mark Levy had its best result of the year, claiming the No.1 title with a 15.8 share (up 0.9)

3AW Highlights

• 3AW is the clear No.1 station for Melburnians, delivering a 14.7 share (up 0.1)
• Ross and Russ claimed the No.1 Breakfast position with a 21.0 share 
• Mornings with Tom Elliott was No.1 with a 16.9 share (up 1.4) 

Greg Byrnes, Nine Radio’s National Content Manager, said: “To finish the year with such a powerful overall performance truly reinforces Nine Radio’s strength in the metro markets. 2GB in Sydney and 3AW in Melbourne remain the clear number one choice, driven by our deeply engaging Breakfast and Morning programs.” 

“Beyond that, we’ve seen a solid uplift in Brisbane and Perth, which positions us well for an exciting slate of lineup changes coming in 2026. This success reflects the hard work of our dedicated content teams. It’s their commitment – and the trust of our listeners who turn to us daily for trusted news, opinion, and entertainment – that makes these results possible.

COMMERCIAL RADIO SHARE	TOTAL RADIO CUME
15.9 (4 markets)	1.7 million listeners each week

STREAMING

Nine Radio continues to cement its absolute dominance in digital streaming, reflecting its accessibility to listeners on the go, around the house, in the car, or anywhere they choose to tune in. The network has once again claimed the No.1 national share, as well as leading across key dayparts in Sydney and Melbourne.

• 2GB No.1 overall: 27.4 share
• 3AW No.1 overall: 33.9 share
• Breakfast with Ross and Russ No.1: 50.3 share
• Ben Fordham Live No.1: 42.1 share
• Mornings with Tom Elliott No.1: 36 share
• Mornings with Mark Levy No.1: 28.9 share

Greg Byrnes said: “This is more than growth – it’s market acceleration. Our talk content streaming on connected devices has delivered 10% year-on-year growth – recognition of the product innovation we drove throughout 2025. With Radio360, we established undisputed market dominance and continue to hold that position as the platform that is defining the connected experience for modern listeners.”

COMMERCIAL STREAMING SHARE	STREAMING CUME
28.7	447,000 (up 4% on Survey 6)

Source: GfK Radio360 Ratings, Survey 7 2025, Mon-Sun 5.30am-12MN, Market Share % Total, Market Share Streaming %, Commercial Streaming Share %, Cume (000s) Total and Streaming, 3AW Breakfast Mon-Fri 5.30am-8.30am, 3AW Mornings 8.30am-12pm, AP10+, Nine Radio – 2GB, 3AW, 4BC, 6PR, unless otherwise specified.

For further information, please contact:
Caitlin Lynch
Senior Communications Manager, Nine 
clynch@nine.com.au 

Tuesday, 25 November, 2025

Radio 2GB and the Starlight Children’s Foundation are thrilled to announce that their annual joint fundraising spectacular, The 2GB Starlight Radiothon, has raised more than $435,000! This outpouring of generosity will deliver the gifts of joy, happiness, and much-needed laughter to seriously ill children and their families this festive season.

The all-day Radiothon held last Friday, November 21, was an electrifying event, spearheaded by beloved broadcasters Ben Fordham, Mark Levy, Michael McLaren, and Clinton Maynard. Over 1200 individuals and businesses contributed to the cause, with donations flying in from a few dollars to a massive $20,000. 

Starlight Children’s Foundation CEO, Louise Baxter, said: “We are simply  overwhelmed by the incredible generosity we have all experienced and we cannot thank the team at 2GB and all their listeners enough for such a remarkable result.”  

“These children are facing unimaginable challenges and this is amplified at Christmas time. This extraordinary result will enable us to brighten the lives of these children and provide the joy that has been missing from their lives. Hats off to all those who volunteered to man the phones from Starlight and 2GB. This is an example of a wonderful partnership and of the community really pulling together.”

Nine Radio Managing Director, and Starlight NSW State Advisory Board Member, Tom Malone, said: “It has been incredibly moving to hear the “Starlight stories” of our listeners and witness their great generosity. Our corporate partners and clients have been magnificent too. A huge thank you to the 2GB team and Starlight team for a wonderful day.”  

Donations to The 2GB Starlight Radiothon are still open via the donation website. 

For further information, please contact:
Caitlin Lynch
Senior Communications Manager, Nine
clynch@nine.com.au

Deborah Ivison
PR and Communications Lead, Startlight
deborah.ivison@starlight.org.au

Monday, 24 November, 2025