Australia’s best up and coming swimmers will go on show when the 2025 Australian Age and Multi Class Swimming Championships are live and free from tomorrow – Thursday, April 10 to stream on 9Now.
Our aspiring Los Angeles 2028 and Brisbane 2032 Olympians and Paralympians will compete amongst 2500 swimmers, including 50 international visitors, aged 12-18 years old as the Aussie Dolphins of the future get their chance to make a name for themselves.
Amongst them is Josh Conias, who missed out by just 0.02 on claiming Kyle Chalmers’ national age record in the 16 years 50m freestyle. The 17-year-old is apprentice to Paris 2024 50m freestyle gold medalist Cam McEvoy, with both training under Tim Lane.
Every heats and finals session at Brisbane Aquatic Centre is available to watch anywhere, anytime on Nine’s free streaming service, 9Now.
At the conclusion of this meet, a Junior Dolphins team will be selected for the 2025 World Junior Championships in Romania.
The Australian Age Championships is the first of the major swimming tournaments on the 9Network in 2025 with Australia’s best swimmers back in the pool for the World Swimming Championship Trials in Adelaide from June 9-14.
Australian Age and Multi Class Swimming Championships stream live and free on 9Now, April 10-18.
For further information, please contact: Ryley McKay Senior Publicist & Digital Manager – Sport ryley.mckay@nine.com.au
Nine and Rugby Australia have today confirmed the renewal of their landmark partnership, securing a new multi-year agreement that cements Nine as the home of rugby through to 2030. With the deal now to be ratified by SANZAAR, this extended collaboration ensures more rugby than ever before, giving fans unparalleled access to the game across Stan Sport, 9Network, 9Now and amplified by Nine’s unrivalled suite of assets across digital, publishing, and audio.
Stan Sport remains the place for fans to witness all the major moments of Rugby Union both here and around the world, including every Super Rugby Pacific round and the biggest international showdowns in a single destination. While all Australians can unite behind their Wallabies and Wallaroos with every home match and all of the Bledisloe Cup live and free on the 9Network and 9Now.
Set to make international rugby even more of a must-watch event, the deal will include the new Nations Cup, upon the final competition framework being confirmed. This biennial tournament will pit the SANZAAR Unions, Japan and Fiji against the might of the Six Nations Unions in a nail-biting new addition to the global rugby calendar.
Since the beginning of the partnership in 2021, Rugby Australia and Nine have worked together to elevate the profile of rugby across Australia, significantly growing audiences – up 11% on Stan and 17% on Nine year-on-year – and delivering unforgettable and entertaining moments at all levels of the game.
Nine CEO, Matt Stanton, said: “Today’s announcement reinforces Nine’s position as the home of Australia’s biggest sporting moments – bringing unrivalled entertainment, access and reach to fans, and the strongest and most effective partnership for premier sporting bodies that delivers like no other Australian media organisation can. We know there is no better combination than the 9Network, 9Now and Stan Sport to grow a sport’s popularity and deepen its connection with its fan base.”
“We are thrilled to extend our partnership with Rugby Australia at a time when live sport continues to demonstrate its ability to drive strong growth across streaming and free-to-air audiences. This agreement isn’t just about showing world-class rugby – it’s about delivering fans a world-class experience on their screens. Whether through live coverage, streaming, expert commentary or exclusive insights, we’re ensuring every moment of Rugby on Nine is an unmissable event.”
Rugby Australia CEO, Phil Waugh, said: “The continuation of this partnership is a significant step forward for rugby in Australia. Working with Nine and Stan Sport, we have been able to deliver exceptional coverage to our fans while continuing to invest in the growth of the game. Rugby Australia is thrilled to extend this collaboration, and we look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead.”
The partnership ensures coverage of the extensive domestic and international rugby calendar for the Wallabies, All Blacks, Springboks and Argentina, including The Rugby Championship and Bledisloe Cup, as well as the newly-announced SAAB tours showcasing the All Blacks and Springboks tours.
L-R: Phil Waugh, Matt Stanton, Maddison Levi, Joseph Suaalii, Morgan Turinui
Supporting this high-quality schedule of international tier one rugby will be the Super Rugby Pacific, Super Rugby Women’s, and leading domestic Australian, New Zealand and South African competitions, all live and on-demand on Stan Sport.
As part of the renewed partnership, rugby fans can look forward to:
Comprehensive coverage of Super Rugby Pacific, Super Rugby Women’s, and key Rugby Australia Test matches – including the Wallabies, Wallaroos, Bledisloe Cup, and The Rugby Championship fixtures – along with highlights, mini matches, and full match replays. All available live and on-demand on Stan Sport, with select matches in 4K Ultra HD.
Exclusive behind-the-scenes content and innovations to bring fans closer to the game, including through Stan Sport’s exclusive bespoke rugby shows that bring the game to life seven days a week.
This partnership reaffirms Nine and Stan’s commitment to serving as the ultimate destination for rugby in Australia, ensuring fans across the country can access the game’s biggest moments across multiple platforms.
For further information, please contact: Ryley McKay Senior Publicist & Digital Manager – Sport ryley.mckay@nine.com.au
A new, interactive content series reveals how much of a woman’s financial fate is decided by her choices – and how much is shaped by gendered systems and structures. Over seven weeks, the Choose Her Own Adventure series will see the results of social media polls guide a fictional woman, Anna, from age 20-70 and through a lifetime of common crossroads.
Choose Her Own Adventure is an FW social media campaign and content series supported by our partnership with La Trobe Financial. Focusing on a new decade of each week, as FW’s online community chooses how Anna’s life unfolds, a cast of financial coaches and commentators will unpack every economic benefit, risk and opportunity that comes her way.
“Anna has some big choices to make and they all carry financial consequences, which we’ll learn more about along the way,” said series creator and FW Deputy Managing Director, Jamila Rizvi. “Ultimately, whatever shape Anna’s life takes, it will be your call.”
Combining economic data with financial expertise, Choose Her Own Adventure shines a light on why women are short-changed at every age and stage of their lives. It highlights how, on average, professional women earn less than their male peers, are financially penalised for having children and find it harder to make ends meet in retirement.
“Do not fear. You have plenty of time to learn how to invest – and even to make mistakes as you build your skills and confidence,” says financial educator Lacey Filipich, who features in the series. “You just have to get started. And you can start small, with a few hundred dollars.”
Choose Her Own Adventure will drive conversation and awareness about women’s economic security and the importance of building financial literacy. It will also share expert advice on how to improve economic outcomes and where to find support.
Rizvi said: “Our award-winning content team is proud to have supported La Trobe Financial to create this first-of-a-kind, interactive campaign that puts women in control of their financial fate.”
Choose Her Own Adventure is a content series by FW, supported by our partnership with La Trobe Financial. Head to the FW Instagram account, vote in their social polls and subscribe to their newsletter and get results, insights and advice straight to your inbox.
Media opportunities
Jamila Rizvi, gender equality advocate, author and FW deputy managing director (Melbourne, VIC)
Georgie Dent, CEO of The Parenthood (Sydney, NSW)
Annie Sestito, Senior Vice President, Chief People & Marketing Officer at La Trobe Financial (Melbourne, VIC)
Natasha Janssens, founder of Women With Cents (Canberra, ACT)
Lacey Filipich, founder of Money School (Perth, WA)
Dawn Thomas, senior financial adviser at The Wealth Designers (Perth, WA)
Facts about women compared to men in Australia
The 2021 Census revealed that the number of women experiencing homelessness increased 10.1% between 2016 and 2021, compared to a 1.6% increase for men.
For every dollar on average men earn, women earn 88 cents. That’s $246.30 less than men each week.
The median superannuation balance in June 2021 for those aged 60 to 64 was $158,806 for females and $211,996 for males, a 25% per cent difference.
Golf fans across Australia won’t miss a swing as Nine’s radio network brings The Masters live to listeners via dedicated pop-up streaming channels on the 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR apps.
Beginning this afternoon in Caboolture, his aim is to talk to as many constituents and candidates as possible this week, to see what voters and Nine Radio is offering comprehensive live audio coverage of one of golf’s most iconic tournaments, broadcasting directly from Augusta National. The exclusive Masters Radio stream will capture every drive, putt, and leaderboard twist, delivering the full atmosphere and drama of the tournament straight to mobile phones across the country.
Available through dedicated pop-up channels on each app, this special broadcast combines expert commentary, real-time insights, and the unmistakable sound of The Masters. Whether you’re at home, commuting, or winding down for the night, golf fans can stay connected to every moment of the four-day tournament. Drift off to the sound of late-night action, then pick up right where you left off on your morning drive, as the leaders make their way up the 18th.
Leading the coverage is acclaimed broadcaster Mike Tirico, returning as lead play-by-play voice across all four rounds. He’ll be joined by lead analyst Steve Melnyk, the 1971 Masters low amateur and five-time Masters competitor.
On-course commentary will be delivered by:
John Maginnes – Hole 2 and Amen Corner (11, 12, 13)
Brian Katrek – Holes 5, 15, and 16
Maureen Madill – Holes 8 and 17
Johnson Wagner – Holes 4, 13, and 14
To tune in, download the 2GB, 3AW, 4BC, or 6PR app and stream the dedicated Masters Radio channel.
For further information, please contact: Caitlin Lynch Senior Communications Manager, Nine clynch@nine.com.au
Starting today, 4BC Drive host and former Federal Minister, Gary Hardgrave, will return to the campaign trail, broadcasting live from five key South-East Queensland battleground electorates to highlight the issues that matter to locals in the upcoming election.
Beginning this afternoon in Caboolture, his aim is to talk to as many constituents and candidates as possible this week, to see what voters and politicians are thinking in the battleground seats, hear what’s working for them, and find out what needs immediate change before election day, May 3.
Hardgrave said: “Elections are about real people and real issues. That’s why we are taking our roadshow to the far corners of South-East Queensland.
“I want to hear the unique concerns of people in the outer metropolitan areas. They are the ones carrying the burdens of cost of living increases, poor planning and poor infrastructure, and it’s important that they have their views not only heard but acted on.”
From 3.00pm to 6.00pm AEST every day this week, Gary Hardgrave and the 4BC Drive team will broadcast their election roadshow live from these locations:
Monday, April 7: Caboolture Square Shopping Centre (Longman)
Tuesday, April 8: Meadowbrook Shopping Centre (Forde)
Wednesday, April 9: Booval Fair (Blair)
Thursday, April 10: Albany Creek Village (Dickson)
Friday, April 11: Wynnum Plaza (Bonner)
Listeners are welcome to come on down, say hello, and get involved.
Australia’s favourite travellers are back, blazing a trail through the greatest holiday hotspots on the planet, with a new season of the TV Week Logie Award-winning Travel Guides, premiering Monday, April 21, at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
From the bright lights of the sprawling New York City metropolis, to the vast expanse and natural beauty of Kakadu in the Northern Territory, touring Thailand on a budget, breathing the crisp mountain air of the snowy Swiss Alps, to the so-hot-right now Japan and the tropical paradise of Tahiti, no destination is safe as our Travel Guides return in an eighth season of awesome adventures.
Our favourite travel critics are back, with the Fren family, Matt and Brett, Kevin and Janetta, Kev, Dorian and Teng, and Karly and Bri all serving up their uniquely Aussie perspectives on some of the most epic adventures the world has to offer.
The most spectacular season ever begins in New York, where our Travel Guides take a monster-sized bite of the Big Apple. From the neon playground of Times Square and singalong show tunes in the West Village to taking in the sights of Central Park and the Statue of Liberty, as well as finding the perfect pizza in hipster-heaven Brooklyn and making an emotional visit to the 9/11 memorial, our Guides discover this really is the city that never sleeps.
Coming from all different walks of life, our Guides continue to test the theory that one traveller’s dream holiday is another’s nightmare, as they check out local customs and cuisine, check into world-class accommodation, and dive into an array of heart-pumping, adrenaline-filled activities, all the while sharing hilarious, unfiltered views on their destination.
Last year saw our first ever perfect holiday – with all Guides scoring the Cook Islands five out of five stars. Will one of our ten trips in 2025 hit the same lofty heights?
Buckle up and brace for adventure in the biggest season yet.
Travel Guides is produced by Nine, and narrated again by beloved Aussie comedian Denise Scott.
For further information, please contact: Sean Salter 9Network Publicity ssalter@nine.com.au
Get ready for a classic Trans-Tasman Throwdown when Australia and New Zealand clash on court in three basketball internationals live and free on the 9Network or to stream on 9Now from May 7 to 11.
The Aussie Boomers, Seven Consulting Opals, New Zealand’s Tall Blacks and 2Degrees Tall Ferns will clash in back-to-back fixtures across a three game series played in Adelaide (May 7), Sunshine Coast (May 9) and Hamilton (May 11).
On top of a guaranteed re-ignition of a historic rivalry, intensity will be heightened as Australia and New Zealand prepare for the FIBA Asia Cup tournaments later this year.
Nine Wide World of Sports Head of Partnerships and Strategy, Simon Fordham, said: “The Boomers and Opals always provide box office viewing for Aussie sports fans and the Trans-Tasman Throwdown series against New Zealand should be no different.
“As the home of the Olympics all the way through to Brisbane 2032 we’re proud to further showcase the Boomers and Opals when the best basketballers from Australia and New Zealand are live and free for all to see here on the 9Network.”
Matt Scriven, Chief Executive Officer – Basketball Australia, said: “The Trans-Tasman rivalry series is back and were excited to have every game live and free on the 9Network for fans in Australia. The level of interest for basketball is at an all-time and there’s massive support for our national teams. We appreciate this partnership with Nine, which will see the Boomers and Opals broadcasted across the country in May.
All nine games of the Trans-Tasman Throwdown will be available live and free on 9Go! or to stream anywhere, anytime for free on 9Now. In commentary for Nine’s Wide World of Sports is Olympics basketball commentator Brenton Speed.
NRL on Nine will host a Multicultural Round celebration like no other this week when the biggest rugby league rivalries on the field are mixed with the greatest cultures in the world, and it’s all live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Chairman of the Australian Rugby League Commission Peter V’landys kicks the round off when he shares an insight into his own journey as a Greek migrant and his life growing up in Australia, before the Raiders host the Sharks on Thursday Night Footy from 7.30pm AEDT.
In the pregame coverage from GIO Stadium in Canberra, Raiders captain Joseph Tapine and Sharks enforcer Addin Fonua-Blake discuss their culture and what it means to them. Raiders coach Ricky Stuart gives his take on how the green machine get the win at home and the clubs highest point scorer in history, Jarrod Croker, also joins the show live.
The longest running and most fierce rugby league rivalry takes over Friday Night Footy when Latrell Mitchell returns for Rabbitohs v Roosters. Mitchell’s fellow Indigenous All Star teammate Cody Walker chats to the panel live, while the man who has stepped foot in both camps, Roosters forward and NSW State of Origin star, Angus Crichton, gives his insight into the rivalry.
Two of the biggest names in the game will meet when The Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns interviews supercoach Wayne Bennett before kick-off. Nine’s Sam Thaiday visits the home of 2024 NRLW Dally M Medal winner Olivia Kernick for a light-hearted edition of the classic Their House segment.
A new chapter in one of the NRL’s greatest modern day rivalries will be written on Sunday Arvo Footy, when the Manly Sea Eagles host the Melbourne Storm in the Battle of Brookvale at 4 Pines Park. Manly and Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans will be out to rally his side behind the 14th man that is their patriotic home crowd at the suburban venue. They’ll need to be at their best to overcome last season’s grand finalists who have no shortage of x-factor that can break the game open with Harry Grant, Cameron Munster and Ryan Papenhuyzen all locked and loaded.
The game is available on Channel 9 in Melbourne alongside every Storm game in 2025 on the 9Network.
In commentary exclusively for Nine’s Wide World of Sports is rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns and fellow premiership winners Cameron Smith, Billy Slater, Phil Gould, Johnathan Thurston, Brad Fittler, Paul Gallen, Darren Lockyer, Millie Elliott and Sam Thaiday. Hosted by James Bracey and Danika Mason, plus women’s internationals Ruan Sims and Allana Ferguson, sideline reporters Marlee Silva and Emma Lawrence. Calling the live action is Mat Thompson, Peter Psaltis and Brenton Speed.
BROADCAST SCHEDULE: NRL ROUND 5 ON NINE
Thursday, April 3
THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL – RAIDERS v SHARKS Sydney 7.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now Brisbane 6.30pm on 9GemHD, 7.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now Melbourne 7.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now Adelaide 7.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now Perth 4.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Friday, April 4
FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTY – RABBITOHS v ROOSTERS Sydney 7.30pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now Brisbane 6.30pm on 9GemHD, 7.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now Melbourne 7.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now Adelaide 7.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now Perth 4.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Sunday, April 6
WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS – This Week: Ellie Cole, Matt To’omua, Mark Taylor and host Nick McArdle Sydney / Brisbane – 10.00am on Channel 9 Melbourne / Adelaide / Perth – 12.00pm on Channel 9
THE SUNDAY FOOTY SHOW – Billy Slater, Andrew Johns, Brad Fittler and host Emma Lawrence. Sydney / Brisbane 11.00am on Channel 9 Melbourne 11.00am / Adelaide 10.30am / Perth 10.00am on 9Gem
SUNDAY ARVO FOOTY – SEA EAGLES v STORM Sydney 3.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now Brisbane 2.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now Melbourne 3.00pm on Channel 9HD, stream free on 9Now Adelaide 2.30pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now Perth 12.00pm on 9GemHD, stream free on 9Now
Tuesday, April 8
100% FOOTY – 8.40pm on Channel 9 and 9Now in Sydney/Brisbane. Special Guest: Jahrome Hughes Melbourne Storm halfback and the man voted 2024 Dally M Medalist for best player in the game, Jahrome Hughes, joins Phil Gould, Paul Gallen, Cameron Smith to weigh in on the big issues. Host James Bracey will steer the ship, while 9News rugby league reporters Danny Weidler and Michael Chammas bring the latest breaking news each week.
NRL ON NINE DIGITAL THIS WEEK: STREAM FREE ON 9NOW
Six Tackles with Gus
Freddy and The Eighth – Wednesday night on Channel 9 in NSW/QLD, Stream on 9Now Join Danika Mason, Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler for a unique look at the rugby league world and their take on the biggest moments from the past week with plenty of fun as well.
Marlee and Me –Greg Inglis
NRL ON NINE: MULTICULTURAL ROUND FROM THURSDAY, APRIL 3 LIVE AND FREE ON CHANNEL 9HD AND 9NOW
Brisbane’s 4BC Breakfast has achieved yet another successful ratings survey result, up 1.2% for the GfK Radio 360 Survey 1 of 2025. This is the first full time survey result for new permanent host, Peter Fegan, achieving the biggest market share jump in the Brisbane breakfast radio time slot.
The lively talk-back show has also almost doubled its streaming share from 4.8% in Survey 8 (2024) to 8.1% in Survey 1 2025.
“We have passionate listeners who want and demand the best in local news – whether that’s round the clock, rolling-coverage of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, or how the 2032 Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics will affect them directly. I couldn’t be happier that what we’re offering is growing in popularity. ” said host of 4BC Breakfast, Peter Fegan.
4BC Content Manager, Siobhain McDonnell said: “We are thrilled with the first result of the year for 2025 and 4BC. We have listened to the people of Brisbane and are committed to a local and engaging news talk format.
“Peter Fegan’s results show that people want to start their day entertained and informed. This is a promising start in what is going to be a huge year for the station, and I’m incredibly proud of the whole team’s efforts today.”
3AW has surged to its best Survey 1 ratings in more than 15 years to cement its position as the undisputed heartbeat of Melbourne.
The GfK Radio 360 Survey 1 results released today confirms 3AW is to be the powerhouse of Melbourne radio with a leading audience share of 16.8 (up 3.2) and a commanding commercial streaming share of 35.9%.
Every week, 750,000 Melburnians tune in to 3AW for its unique live and local talk radio programming.
The station boasted audience gains in all dayparts and is now No. 1 in breakfast, mornings, afternoons, drive and evenings.
This marks the first time that Jacqui Felgate has been the outright No. 1 in drive, recording a share of 12.4 – up 3.7 on Survey 8 of 2024.
3AW Station Manager, Stephen Beers, said:
“Jacqui’s remarkable result – achieving the number one drive spot for the first time in just a year – is a testament to her hard work, dedication and the strong connection she’s forged with Melbourne listeners. Her unique blend of breaking news, insightful commentary and engaging conversation has clearly resonated and we’re incredibly proud of her achievement.”
Ross and Russ continue their reign over Melbourne breakfast radio, commanding a 21.3% share. This impressive result, a 1.3 point increase from last year’s Survey 8, places them a significant 9.7 points ahead of their nearest rival. Their award-winning show draws 460,000 listeners weekly. They also dominate the digital space with a whopping 52.9% share of commercial streaming.
Tom Elliott kicks off 2025 as No. 1 in the mornings slot with a share of 19 – up 3.4 on his last survey – and a weekly audience of 514,000. He also commands a winning 36.5% share of the commercial streaming market.
Tony Moclair is outright No. 1 in afternoons, boasting a share of 13.9 – up 4.6 on Survey 8 of last year and more than 10 points ahead of his nearest talk competitor.
Denis Walter leads Melbourne’s evening radio listening, claiming the top position with a commanding 25.1 share – up a massive 7.1 points on Survey 8 last year.
Darren James‘ Weekend Breakfast continues to dominate the airwaves on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
3AW Station Manager, Stephen Beers, commented:
“These outstanding Survey 1 results are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire 3AW team. We’re incredibly proud to see our live, local programming resonating so strongly with Melbourne listeners across all dayparts and platforms. To achieve our best Survey 1 in over 15 years is a fantastic result and we look forward to continuing to serve Melbourne with the news, information and entertainment they rely on. Thanks to our loyal listeners for again making us number one.”
