Get ready to cheer them on when three Aussie tennis stars trade their racquets for buzzers in a special prime-time Tennis Legends episode of Tipping Point, Tuesday, July 1, at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
In this exciting charity edition of Australia’s favourite game show, hosted by Todd Woodbridge, three fan-favourite Australian tennis stars will go head to head for the chance to win the $40,000 jackpot and donate it to their chosen causes.
John Millman, who had a career high of ATP singles ranking World No. 33 and represented Australia in a number of tournaments including the Davis Cup, ATP Cup and at two Summer Olympics, is playing for a cause close to his heart, the Australian Skin Cancer Foundation.
Sam Stosur, world doubles champion and US Open singles victor, will bring her competitive spirit to the Tipping Point machine to support the My Room Children’s Cancer Charity.
And inspirational 15 Grand Slam tournament champion and Australian of the Year, Dylan Alcott, is aiming to win big for his own charity, The Dylan Alcott Foundation.
With high-stakes drops, surprising twists and plenty of laughs, who will ace the Tipping Point machine and serve up a legendary win for their charity?
Don’t miss this special episode filled with feelgood fun and all the competitive chaos you’d expect from these three tennis champions.
For further information, please contact: Lucy Charles Publicist, Nine Queensland lucy.charles@nine.com.au
Following a spectacular return to the LEGO® Masters studio, Season 1 champions Henry and Cade have tonight proved their building prowess once again, winning the prestigious title of LEGO® Masters: Grand Masters of the Galaxy, the grand trophy, and the galactic sum of $100,000.
In tonight’s Grand Finale, the three surviving teams – which also included Australian team, Trent and Alex, and team Sweden, Vidar and Albin – were given creative freedom to construct extraordinary builds of their own choosing in 28 hours, in the hope of being crowned the best of the best globally after a truly international competition where seven countries competed – Canada, China, Finland, Sweden, USA, New Zealand and Australia.
At the end of the build, the winners of LEGO® Masters: Grand Masters of the Galaxy were determined by Brickman’s 100 votes and the votes of 200 members of the public.
Henry and Cade proved their Season 1 win was no fluke with their new “Spartans versus Hydra” build. Their ambitious creation featured the goddess Athena riding a Pegasus, protecting Spartans battling a five-headed Hydra, securing their win despite a last minute mishap.
Trent and Alex, who were paired for the first time this season, decided to build “Dogzilla” busting into the city. Following feedback from Brickman they refined their construction to a playful puppy busting into a LEGO® city and leaving a trail of destruction while trying to play with an unimpressed cranky cat.
Vidar and Albin, the larrikin Swedish best friends, embarked on “A Child’s Imagination” for their final build, which featured a life-sized eight-year-old boy battling a monster emerging from a toy chest.
Henry and Cade said: “We started out as two strangers being paired up on a reality TV show, essentially playing with a children’s toy. We were able to watch the show grow into something more and to be here seven years later and to have won for the second time, this time against the best LEGO® Masters in the world, is an absolute honour.
“We’re super proud of our final build and hope everyone is inspired by what it represents – taking chances in life, seizing the opportunities that are presented to you and sharing the special moments with your loved ones.”
Host Hamish Blake said: “I was stoked to see our original winners return and take out this season. It’s a testament to those guys that not only did we feel like we saw the boys from seven years ago, we were seeing something new again. The only problem they have now is finding somewhere to store the world’s most inconvenient trophy.”
LEGO® Masters Australia: Grandmasters of the Galaxy was produced by Endemol Shine Australia (a Banijay Entertainment Company) for the 9Network. The series is adapted from an original UK format from Tuesday’s Child Productions and The LEGO® Group.
For further information, please contact: Aimee Ball 9Network Publicity aimee.ball@nine.com.au
Nine’s Streaming and Broadcast division has today outlined its strategic direction as a new function, including a new leadership team and ways of working.
The move, unveiled by Nine’s Managing Director Streaming and Broadcast, Amanda Laing, is designed to drive growth and revenue opportunities for Nine and accelerate key initiatives as part of the Nine2028 transformation program. It follows the new Group Operating Model and the creation of the Streaming and Broadcast Division announced in January.
The key changes include the creation of new roles with expanded responsibility for Channel 9, 9Now and Stan for the first time, including:
Executive Director – Entertainment. Michael Healy’s four decades of experience creating successful local content that resonates with Australian audiences will be leveraged across our free and subscription broadcast and streaming products. Michael has an innate sensibility of what Australian audiences want to watch, the talent they love, and the stories that will strike a chord.
Executive Director – Entertainment Content Acquisitions. Led by Cailah Scobie who has extensive experience across free and paid platforms, excellent credentials as a negotiator and deal-maker, and an ability to identify content which will drive advertising and subscription revenues.
Executive Director – News & Current Affairs. Fiona Dear will continue to lead News & Current Affairs and drive this integral division and its storytelling across all brands, as well as the transformation of 9News.
Sport is at the core of Nine’s DNA and the biggest single area of investment across the Nine Group. Wide World of Sports and Stan Sport are the foundation of our world-class reputation in sport production. To realise the full potential of this and drive efficiencies, these production teams will be brought together under the leadership of Brent Williams.
Amanda Laing will lead a strategic program across all other elements of the Nine Group’s sport business to identify further opportunities for efficiencies and growth across advertising and subscription revenues, rights, and partnerships.
Chief Strategy Officer – Streaming and Broadcast. A newly created position to help drive strategic analysis, planning, decisions and execution across our suite of free and paid products. Nine will soon commence recruitment for this position.
Chief Marketing Officer – Streaming and Broadcast. A newly created role to lead a coordinated marketing team of passionate brand specialists working across multiple platforms and channels. Nine will soon commence recruitment for this position.
Nine’s State Managing Directors. In QLD (Kylie Blucher), WA (Clive Bingwa) and SA (Sean O’Brien) will now report to Amanda Laing, to enable the growth of all Streaming and Broadcast businesses in those markets.
Complementing these structural and operational changes, three executives will have accountability for the P+L and strategic goals of Nine Group’s streaming and broadcast products.
Executive Director – Channel 9, 9 multi-channels and 9Now. Hamish Turner will have responsibility for the P+L of these free television and free streaming businesses.
Executive Director – Stan. With Stan a core growth opportunity for Nine, Dan Taylor will be responsible for the P+L of Stan.
Managing Director – Radio. As an important part of the Nine Group, Radio will continue to operate as it does today, delivering revenue and EBITDA contributions to the Nine Group under Tom Malone’s leadership.
Nine Managing Director Streaming and Broadcast, Amanda Laing said: “There is immense opportunity to drive growth for the Nine Group and strong momentum already underway.
“While Nine’s streaming and broadcast brands have enjoyed independent success, our strength lies in the power of the Nine Group and today’s changes are the first step in unlocking that potential.
“We’re lucky enough to have some of the industry’s top talent and I’m excited to leverage their experience across our streaming and broadcast brands.”
These changes are effective 1 July 2025 and all roles will report directly to Amanda Laing.
For further information, please contact: Caitlin Lynch
Nine Radio today announced the appointment of Amanda Unwin as Sydney Director for Nine Audio Sales, effective July 1. This strategic hire underscores Nine’s significant investment in the audio landscape and its commitment to delivering unparalleled commercial solutions across its growing audio assets.
Unwin brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for audio to her new role, where she will report directly to Brian Gallagher, Nine’s Commercial Director – Audio. Her appointment is pivotal in supporting the change management of Nine Audio’s new sales structure and driving growth for Nine’s audio portfolio.
“As we transition Nine Audio sales to a new model, I’m excited that we have been able to attract talent of Amanda’s calibre and experience in audio,” said Gallagher. “She will provide our excellent Sydney team with the leadership they need to thrive in the new structure. Amanda is extremely well respected in the Sydney advertising market and we expect her to make a big impact on her return.”
With a career spanning over 12 years in Sydney with Southern Cross Austereo (SCA), and most recently as Head of Sales for SCA Perth, Unwin has a proven track record of driving success in the audio sector. She has worked with Australia’s top advertisers, including Telstra, McDonald’s, the Federal Government, Woolworths, and Harvey Norman, demonstrating her ability to forge deep brand connections and exceed client expectations.
“I’m thrilled to be back in the Sydney market and once again working under Brian’s leadership,” said Unwin. “His clear vision for Nine’s Audio Sales comes at a pivotal time for our industry, and I’m energised by the opportunity to contribute to such a defining chapter.”
“It’s a privilege to keep championing a channel I’m deeply passionate about, and I’m especially looking forward to exploring a new format to drive meaningful growth for our partners. I can’t wait to reconnect with the brilliant minds across Sydney.
“Unwin’s expertise and dedication to people leadership, fostering teams to reach their highest professional potential, align perfectly with Nine’s collaborative sales culture. Her problem-solving abilities and unwavering drive will be instrumental in delivering exceptional service to Nine’s clients.
This strategic move reinforces Nine’s Total Audio approach, which forms an integral part of Nine’s overall sales strategy and unrivalled commercial offering across Total TV, Total Publishing, and Total Audio. This integrated approach ensures clients can reach the widest and most diverse audiences in Australia, playing to Nine’s strengths of scale and reach across platforms. It also provides greater capability to unlock more advertising opportunities in what talk radio does best – live, local, and deeper brand connections with listeners.
The refreshed audio sales teams will further enhance Nine’s capability to deliver campaigns that suit clients big or small, national or local, helping them engage and grow connections with audiences. Whether a multi-platform campaign or more local, immediate, and radio-specific initiatives, this structure offers the best of both worlds for brands looking to leverage the power of audio.
For further information, please contact: Caitlin Lynch
Nine’s Wide World of Sports is on the starting blocks and all set to go for the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025, with Live and Free coverage beginning September 13 on the 9Network and 9Now.
The cream of our Australian track and field Athletics team will go on show in primetime for nine consecutive nights as our national team builds on the start of a golden period.
Taking on the world for Australia from the land of the rising sun will be headline acts – Paris 2024 Olympic pole vault Gold Medallist Nina Kennedy, and Aussie sprinting sensations Gout Gout and Lachlan Kennedy, who will attack the prestigious 100m sprint.
Joining them to chase glory in green and gold will be Paris 2024 Olympic Men’s discus bronze medallist Matt Denny, Olympic 1500m silver medallist Jess Hull, Olympic high jump silver medallist Nicola Olyslagers and long jump rising star Liam Adcock.
Standing in their way will be some of the most supreme athletes on the planet – American Olympic 100m sprint Gold Medallist Noah Lyles, Swedish Olympic gold medallist Pole Vaulter Mondo Duplantis and American Olympic gold medallist in the 400m Hurdles, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone.
Nine Director of Sport, Brent Williams, said: “The state of Australian Athletics has never been stronger with a suite of defending world champions and emerging superstars primed and ready to take on the very best from across the planet. Wide World of Sports is excited to be the home of this premium sporting event and look forward to bringing every thrilling moment to all of Australia across the screens of the 9Network and 9Now.”
For further information, please contact: Ryley McKay Senior Publicist & Digital Manager – Sport ryley.mckay@nine.com.au
Get ready to dive deep into one of Australian sport’s most fascinating trends. 3AW Football is thrilled to announce the launch of The AFL’s Irish Invasion, a compelling, feature-length podcast that pulls back the curtain on the booming recruitment of Irish talent into the AFL and AFLW.
With a record number of former Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) stars gracing club lists in 2025, this special podcast explores why Ireland has become such a hotbed for Aussie Rules hopefuls.
Crafted and hosted by 3AW Football’s dedicated AFLW reporter, Laura Spurway,The AFL’s Irish Invasion takes listeners on a journey to understand the powerful draw of professional sport in Australia for these gifted athletes. Why are so many choosing to leave behind successful GAA careers for a game still relatively unknown beyond our shores?
You’ll hear firsthand from those who’ve made the leap, including former AFL players Marty Clarke (Collingwood) and Ciarán Byrne (Carlton), who share their unique experiences transitioning from junior Gaelic football standouts to AFL stars.
Spurway also spends time with Carlton Football Club’s latest AFLW recruits and lifelong best friends, Síofra O’Connell and Aisling Reidy. These inspiring women from GAA club Doora-Barefield offer a fresh, intimate perspective on their decision to chase a dream on the other side of the world.
“We’re incredibly proud to present this feature-length podcast,” says Luca Gonano, Head of 3AW Football. “It truly shines a light on the exceptional work being done by the AFL and its clubs to attract Irish athletes to our great game, showcasing the passion and talent that’s making this ‘invasion’ such a success story.”
The AFL’s Irish Invasion is available for download right now via 3AW.com.au or wherever you get your 3AW podcasts.
About 3AW Football: 3AW Football is Australia’s premier voice for Australian Rules Football, delivering unparalleled news, insightful analysis, and vibrant commentary across radio and digital platforms.
For further information, please contact: Caitlin Lynch Senior Communications Manager, Nine clynch@nine.com.au
Melbourne’s radio landscape continues to be led by 3AW, which has once again secured its position as the city’s top station.
GfK Radio 360 Survey 3 results, released today, confirm 3AW’s unwavering leadership as Melbourne’s go-to source for live, local and compelling talk radio.
The survey data reveals 3AW firmly in front, boasting an impressive audience share of 12.5 and an outstanding commercial streaming share of 36.6%.
Week after week, a remarkable 728,000 Melburnians choose 3AW, drawn to its dynamic mix of news, sharp opinion, engaging sport coverage and lively conversation. This marks a 6% increase in the station’s cumulative audience since the last survey.
3AW’s dominance extends across key segments, maintaining the No. 1 spot in Breakfast, Mornings, Evenings and Weekends, with all shows delivering consistently strong performances.
In the crucial Breakfast slot, Ross and Russ once again reign supreme, securing a dominant 18.7 share – a remarkable 8.5 points clear of their nearest rival. Their compelling show connects with 494,000 listeners weekly, while also dominating commercial streaming with a commanding 55.5% share
Tom Elliott continues his winning streak in Mornings, delivering a strong share of 15 and captivating a weekly audience of 440,000. He also maintains a robust lead in commercial streaming with an impressive 40.4% share.
Afternoons saw Tony Moclair achieve a 7.7 share. His compelling approach, combining topical conversation with strong listener engagement, remains a firm favourite across Melbourne.
Jacqui Felgate delivered a strong performance in Drive, recording an 8.2 share and a weekly cumulative audience of 259,000.
In Evenings, Denis Walter maintains his market-leading position with a substantial 18.7 share
Darren James‘ Weekend Breakfast also consistently remains Melbourne’s preferred choice for weekend listening.
3AW Station Manager Stephen Beers said:
“These figures truly underscore the incredible effort our dedicated team puts in daily to provide Melbourne with quality, live and local programming. We’re absolutely thrilled to once again be the city’s leading station, and incredibly grateful for the unwavering loyalty and trust our listeners place in us. Our promise has always been to inform and entertain Melbourne, and these results are a fantastic reflection of that powerful connection we share with our audience.”
2GB is Sydney’s undisputed No.1 station, delivering its strongest result of 2025 in today’s GfK Radio 360 Survey 3. The station achieved a dominant 13.6 radio share (up 0.8) and an impressive 40% commercial streaming share, further establishing its position as the go-to source for the best in news, talk, opinion, and sport.
Ben Fordham Live is Sydney’s No.1 in Breakfast, leading both radio and live audio streaming with a 16.7 share (up 1.1) and a remarkable 55.9% commercial streaming share. Meanwhile, Mark Levy continues to go from strength to strength in Mornings, securing a No.1 share of 15.5 in radio and 39.7% in live audio streaming.
2GB Station Manager, Greg Byrnes, said: “The big increase in share across the week is wonderful recognition for our content teams and we thank those listeners who join the conversation each day.”
“2GB launched into 2025 with a fresh new sound and Sydney has responded with an increased share in each survey. We’ve had a great start, and with cost of living and global affairs dominating the news agenda there’s a big year ahead and we won’t be taking results for granted.”
Further highlights from GfK Radio 360 Survey 3, 2025 in Sydney:
Afternoons with Michael McLaren posted a 10.9 (up 0.6) (Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm)
Sydney Now with Clinton Maynard recorded a 8.9 (up 0.5) share (Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm)
Wide World of Sports with Adam Hawse recorded a 9.0 share (up 0.4) (Mon-Fri 6-7pm)
Money News with Deborah Knight posted an 13.3 share (up 0.6) (Mon-Thu 7pm-8pm)
Nights with John Stanley remains the clear No.1 with a 22.2 share (up 1.9) (Mon-Thurs 8pm-12am)
Weekends with Luke Grant posted a 12.3 share (Sat-Sun 9am-1pm)
The Continuous Call Team clear No.1 NRL coverage on Friday, Saturdays and Sundays with a 10.4 share.
Source: GfK Radio360 Ratings, 2GB Sydney Survey 3 2025, Mon-Fri 5.30am-9am, Mon-Fri 9am-12pm, Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm, Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm, Mon-Thur 7pm-8pm, Mon-Thur 8pm-12MN, Sat-Sun 9am-1pm, Fri 7pm-11pm, Sat 1pm-10pm, Sun 1pm-6pm, Market Share % Total Radio, Streaming share % AP10+ .
For further information, please contact: Caitlin Lynch Senior Communications Manager, Nine clynch@nine.com.au
Nine Radio has dominated GfK Survey 3 2025, with 2GB in Sydney and 3AW in Melbourne the outright No.1 stations in their respective markets. This success is a clear signal of the strength of Nine’s live and local strategy and growing trend of Australians tuning into trusted talk radio for longer, valuing the depth of news, opinion, sport, and entertainment.
2GB stands out as Sydney’s No.1 station, with its share climbing to 13.6% (up 0.8 points). This growth is definitive across all dayparts, with Ben Fordham Live surging to a commanding 16.7% share in Breakfast (up 1.1), more than four points clear of his closest competitor. Mark Levy has also solidified his position as No.1 in Mornings with an impressive 15.5% share.
Both Fordham and Levy have delivered an unbroken winning streak for 2GB this year, consistently dominating their respective slots and showcasing the power of a refreshed, resonating lineup.
In Melbourne, 3AW continues its market dominance with a 12.5% share. Breakfast with Ross and Russel remains the undisputed No.1, with a strong 18.7% share, while Tom Elliott’s Mornings program remains the favourite with listeners, delivering a 15.0% share.
Beyond the major cities, Brisbane’s 4BC and Perth’s 6PR also reported audience gains, with listeners spending more time engaged with their local talk content.
Greg Byrnes, Nine’s National Content Manager, said: “These figures show Sydney has embraced 2GB’s new sound with big increases right across the day. What Ben Fordham and Mark Levy have achieved is remarkable.”
“3AW dominates all key shifts throughout the week in Melbourne. 6PR is number one talk in Perth and 4BC has recorded further share increases in Brisbane. Across the country we’ve also recorded a big jump in 40+, and 25-54s are up 8%.
“If you’re not listening to talk you’re missing out, and we thank the loyalty shown by our listeners each day.”
COMMERCIAL RADIO SHARE
TOTAL RADIO CUME
16.5 (4 markets)
1.738 million listeners each week
STREAMING
Nine Radio No.1 National Streaming
Nine’s live audio streaming audiences have surged in Survey 3, recording an incredible 22% increase on last survey, and claiming the undisputed number one national streaming title with a 33.9% commercial share (up 2.3%).
Both 2GB and 3AW are leading the charge in streaming listenership, with commercial shares of 40% and 36.6% respectively. Streaming figures are strong across all key shifts, including:
Ben Fordham Live: 55.9%
Breakfast with Ross and Russel: 55.5%
Mornings with Tom Elliott: 40.4%
Mornings with Mark Levy: 39.7%
Greg Byrnes said: “Our talk product is unmatched in streaming right across the country. Our content sounds great, is easily accessible and ensures you’re always connected. A 22% jump in listeners is extraordinary and proves more and more listeners are discovering the benefits of engaging via digital device.”
COMMERCIAL STREAMING SHARE
STREAMING CUME
33.9 (up 2.3%)
421,000 (up 22% on Survey 2)
PODCASTS
Record rating month for Nine Podcast Network
The Nine Podcast Network achieved its second-highest rating month on record in May 2025. This milestone underscores the network’s robust growth in the Australian podcasting landscape, reaching over 1.97 million listeners and accumulating 4.76 million downloads in May alone. This represents a strong 26% year-on-year audience growth, demonstrating Nine’s increasing influence in the digital audio space.
A significant highlight for May was the compelling debut of The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace, which captivated audiences globally, reaching over 242,000 listeners. This new podcast brought listeners directly into the courtroom during the highly anticipated trial of Erin Patterson.
Other strong performers contributing to the network’s success include the consistent popularity of Ben Fordham Live, which reached 195,000 listeners, and 9News, with 169,000 listeners. Additionally, The Saints resonated with 76,000 listeners, further diversifying the network’s engaging content offering.
Mia Stern, Nine Radio’s Head of Digital Growth, said: “We are incredibly proud to have delivered our second highest rating month on record in May. Reaching nearly 2 million listeners and close to 5 million downloads underscores the breadth and depth of audio storytelling and the opportunity for podcasts as a medium in reaching new audiences.”
“The outstanding results of The Mushroom Trial: Say Grace is a testament to our commitment to creating compelling and diverse audio content that resonates with audiences. We are excited about the continued momentum and look forward to delivering even more exceptional listening experiences.”
It’s time to see who is the best in the west in a do or die clash for the Queensland Maroons when they meet the New South Wales Blues in State of Origin II – exclusive, live and free on Channel 9HD and 9Now on Wednesday, June 18, at 7.00pm AEST.
Optus Stadium, Perth is the battleground where the Maroons will fight to keep their 2025 Ampol State of Origin hopes alive against a star studded NSW Blues outfit aiming to clinch back-to-back titles.
After overhauling their lineup, including naming Cameron Munster as their new captain and Tom Dearden in the crucial halfback role, Billy Slater’s Queensland Maroons are ready to pull out every trick in the book while staring down the barrel of a fourth consecutive loss.
While the NSW Blues have all their big guns ready once again for a shootout in the west, Nathan Cleary, Latrell Mitchell, Payne Haas, Stephen Crichton, ferocious forward Spencer Leniu and the returning hero Jarome Luai.Wide World of Sports’ exclusive Origin coverage will be hosted by James Bracey and feature the biggest names in modern rugby league history, with Origin legends Andrew Johns, Cameron Smith, Paul Gallen, Brad Fittler, Phil Gould, Darren Lockyer and Johnathan Thurston on hand to dissect every moment of the action.
Danika Mason will deliver live updates from the sideline alongside Fittler and Lockyer, while Emma Lawrence and Allana Ferguson join the panel to analyse the key match-ups with Nine’s unrivaled line up of rugby league experts. In the commentary box Mathew Thompson is flanked by former NSW and Queensland captains, Andrew Johns and Cameron Smith.
In the pregame show, feature pieces deliver an insight into the triumph and tragedy of Payne Haas, the most capped Queensland player of all time Cameron Smith makes an emotional plea to the Maroons, and Andrew Johns explains what the Blues jersey means to NSW. Special guests joining the panel will be newly appointed Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga plus Paris 2024 Olympic Games gold medallist and Perth local Nina Kennedy.
Both coaches will open the doors to Wide World of Sports in both camps, with viewers getting unprecedented access to exclusive content when Thurston and Johns cross live from inside the Queensland and NSW team sheds before the game. Channel 9 will cross live during the broadcast to both Origin coaches, Billy Slater and Laurie Daley.
Get closer to the action with 9Now’s exclusive camera angles focussed on Jarome Luai, Cameron Munster and Spider Cam available direct to your phone while watching the main event on the big screen. Download the app or head to 9now.com.au
Player Cam QLD – Cameron Munster
Player Cam NSW – Jarome Luai
Spidercam – An eagle-eye view of play to take you that little bit closer to the action
After the game you can catch up with the 9Now mini-match for all the best bits in a 20-minute breakdown.
AMPOL STATE OF ORIGIN II – NEW SOUTH WALES v QUEENSLAND LIVE from Optus Stadium, Perth
Sydney 7.00pm LIVE on Channel 9HD and 9Now Brisbane 7.00pm LIVE on Channel 9HD and 9Now Melbourne 7.00pm LIVE on Channel 9HD and 9Now Adelaide 6.30pm LIVE on 9GemHD, 7.00pm on Channel 9HD and 9Now Perth 5.00pm LIVE on 9GemHD, 5.30pm on Channel 9HD and 9Now
THE BUILD-UP TO ORIGIN II ON NINE
100% FOOTY: SUNCORP STADIUM FROM PERTH’S OPTUS STADIUM – Monday, June 16, 8.45pm AEST. 100% Footy is on ground at Optus Stadium, Perth ahead of Origin II where Phil Gould, Cameron Smith, Paul Gallen, journalist Danny Weidler and host James Bracey are joined by Queensland captain Cameron Munster and NSW Blues coach Laurie Daley. Reporter Michael Chammas sits down with Perth Bears CEO Anthony De Ceglie to discuss the development of the NRL’s newest franchise and Allana Ferguson chats to polarising Blues playmaker Jarome Luai ahead of his return to the State of Origin arena. Available on Channel 9 in Sydney/Brisbane, 9Now Nationally and YouTube.
FREDDY AND THE EIGHTH FROM PERTH’S OPTUS STADIUM – Tuesday, June 17, 8.45pm AEST. NSW Blues legends Brad Fittler and the Eighth rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns preview Origin II with host Danika Mason from Optus Stadium, Perth with special guests: Australian cricket legend Mitchell Johnson plus Tom and Eddy from the Hello Sport Podcast. Available on Channel 9 in Sydney/Brisbane, 9Now Nationally and YouTube.
9NEWS – The Sports bulletins for Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane will be live from Optus Stadium on game night. No need to worry about any dramatic, last-minute team changes – we’ll have our eyes and ears all over the build-up from the second the teams arrive at the stadium on 9News
SIX TACKLES WITH GUS Phil “Gus” Gould sits down with Mat Thompson every week to give a sermon like no other on the greatest game of all.
QUEENSLANDER – The Sunshine State’s favourite sons, Wally “The King” Lewis and Darren Lockyer, give their Maroon-coloured preview of how the Queenslanders are shaping up for Origin II with 9News reporter Adam Jackson. Available on 9Now and YouTube.
THE BILLY SLATER PODCAST – ORIGIN SPECIAL FROM MAROONS TEAM CAMP Get the hot take from the greatest fullback ever to play the game, Queensland coach Billy Slater, hosted by Peter Psaltis. Listen here.
STORIES OF ORIGIN PODCAST: SEASON 4 – MAGIC MOMENTS
In the 45th year of Australian sport’s fiercest rivalry, the award winning podcast series Stories of Origin returns for 2025 with its most emotional series yet – Magic Moments. Podcast Available on 9Podcasts, Spotify, Apple and Google
WWOS.NINE.COM.AU The #1 online destination for all your Origin news content:
Live blog featuring video highlights and analysis from Channel 9’s Origin commentators
A comprehensive Match Centre, featuring video highlights, scores and stats
The Mole’s no-holds-barred Player Ratings
Match reports and analysis capturing all the big moments of the game
STATE OF ORIGIN II WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, AT 7.00PM EXCLUSIVE, LIVE AND FREE ON NINE
Monday, 16 June, 2025
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