Hannah’s Story, a podcast collaboration with 9News Queensland and 9Podcasts, was honoured with the coveted Gold award for the best Narrative Documentary podcast at the prestigious New York Festival Radio Awards this morning. 

Presented by 9News Queensland’s Melissa Downes, produced by 9News Queensland’s Jess Lodge, and with sound design by 9Podcast’s Adam Buncher – the podcast soared to the top of Australian charts last year and garnered global recognition for its compelling account of one of the worst acts of domestic violence Australia has ever seen; the day Hannah Clarke and her three children were set on fire and killed in their car in a quiet Brisbane street by their father, Hannah’s estranged husband, Rowan Baxter.

Across six episodes, Hannah’s Story amplifies the voices of Hannah’s loved ones, the courageous first responders, witnesses, domestic violence experts and political leaders. It serves as a catalyst for community dialogue on coercive control, emphasising the crucial importance of identifying red flags in friendships and relationships to prevent further domestic atrocities.

Hannah’s Story has earned numerous awards and has become an essential tool in educational programs on coercive control. It has been integrated into initiatives by both the Queensland Police and Victoria Police, as well as serves as a central component of a nationwide educational program led by Small Steps 4 Hannah. 

The podcast has also played a pivotal role in supporting Hannah’s parents, Sue and Lloyd Clarke, in their advocacy through Small Steps 4 Hannah, whose tireless work led to the historic passing of “Hannah’s Law” on 6 March 2024, which criminalised coercive control in Queensland.

9News Queensland’s Jess Lodge and Melissa Downes said: “We are so proud to see Hannah’s Story recognised on the global stage. Our deepest thanks go to Hannah’s parents Sue and Lloyd, brother Nathanial, friends and all those who contributed to this podcast. To have this incredibly important story reaching an international audience is a credit to their courage and commitment to creating change and saving lives.”

9News Queensland Director of News, Amanda Paterson, said: “From earning national accolades to becoming a source of education on coercive control and now gaining international recognition, Hannah’s Story epitomises the impactful journalism of 9News Queensland. 

“Hannah’s Story has not only captivated audiences but has also played a crucial role in helping save the lives of countless Queenslanders, Australians and now, individuals worldwide. Setting the benchmark for 9News podcasts, 9News Queensland is committed to continuing to share compelling local stories that make a lasting impact.”

Head of 9Podcasts, Mia Stern, said: ‘Hannah’s Story is an extraordinary example of the power of investigative journalism in podcasting, and to see the incredible work of Melissa, Jess and Adam recognised on a global stage is a testament to their dedication and commitment to the integrity of this story.

“Podcasting provides a unique canvas for journalists to delve deep into the intricacies of human experiences and at 9Podcasts, we are committed to collaborating with Nine’s award-winning journalists to share these important stories.”

Listen to Hannah’s Story everywhere you get your podcasts
Spotify
Apple Podcasts

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

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

The second season of FW’s groundbreaking podcast, There’s No Place Like Home, has been awarded a Bronze Award for Best Social Justice Podcast at the New York Festival Radio Awards, an international competition honouring creative innovation and excellence in audio content worldwide.

In 2023, There’s No Place Like Home returned with an eight-part series that focused on the signs and red flags for non-physical abuse, from love bombing and gaslighting to isolation and financial control. 

FW’s Founder and Managing Director Helen McCabe says conversations around women’s safety have only become more prominent since production began two years ago. 

“The right to be safe from abuse is at the forefront of conversations not just here in Australia but globally. This award acknowledges the importance of listening to victim-survivors on the insidious impact of non-physical forms of violence.” 

Studies from Australia’s National Research Organisation for Women’s Safety show the majority of victim-survivors will reach out to their family and friends first. As a result, this season we teamed experts, policymakers and victim-survivors with the latest data to help listeners recognise relationship red flags, and learn how to seek support – either for themselves or loved ones. 

To create There’s No Place Like Home, Future Women has collaborated with Commonwealth Bank, which is supporting long-term financial independence for victim-survivors of financial abuse through CommBank Next Chapter. 

Listen to There’s No Place Like Home and follow us on Spotify or Apple
Visit the official website
Follow @Futurewomen on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or Threads
More information on Commbank’s Next Chapter

Media opportunities 
Host Helen McCabe is available for TV, radio and print interviews. 

For all interviews, assets and audio or further information, please contact
Sally Spicer – FW Communications Director 
E: sally@futurewomen.com 
M: 0401 238 989

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Fan favourite comedy podcast Somehow Related is marking its 300th episode today; celebrating at its new home, 9Podcasts.

Hosted by legendary Aussie comedians, Glenn Robbins and Dave O’Neil, Somehow Related is the show that proves even the most seemingly random subjects are in fact related – somehow. 

Ever wondered if there’s a secret connection between the Nazi regime and Fanta; the Italian Republic and bright red underpants, or even greyhounds and The Bible? Well, wonder no more. 

In each hilarious episode, Robbins and O’Neill cycle through what they know about the topics, reminisce, sometimes call on help from friends and indulge with a little thinking music before giving it all to guess the link. 

Co-host and self-declared expert, Glenn Robbins said: “Along with our trusty sidekick Sam, every episode is a journey of discovery where we uncover fascinating facts and nuggets of knowledge that will, if nothing else, arm you with something interesting to say when things go quiet at your next dinner party.” 

Fellow self-described expert, Dave O’Neil said: “Sure, we might talk about ourselves more than the topic, and sure, we might drop the odd inappropriate joke, and sure, we might even reenact historical moments with questionable accuracy – but don’t hold it against us, we’re giving it our best shot.”

Somehow Related has been downloaded more than 4 million times over it’s 300-episode run, and featured some of Australia’s most-loved comedians to help connect the dots, including Sam Pang, Kate Langbroek, Ross Noble, Lawrence Mooney.  

Some of the discoveries made on Somehow Related include:

• Italy and Red Underpants
• Nazis and Fanta
• David Bowie and Scouts
• Witches and Graffiti
• American Prisons and Rodeo
• Lego and Tyres
• Walt Disney and Cricket

Nine’s Head of Podcasts, Mia Stern said: “We are thrilled to welcome Glenn and Dave’s Somehow Related, to the 9Podcast network. Their unique blend of trivia, humour and unexpected connection will resonate with our listeners and compliment our growing slate of original podcasts, offering advertisers more opportunities to connect with engaged audiences, at scale.”

Somehow Related is produced in partnership with 9Podcasts and Nearly Media. Available everywhere you get your podcasts. 

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

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Footy is back and fans are flocking to Nine’s talk stations for the very best coverage of all the action – both on and off the field. 

March live audio streaming figures, verified by Triton, show YoY growth across Nine’s footy programs: 2GB and 4BC’s Continuous Call Team, Wide World of Sports, and AFL on 3AW and 6PR. 

Year to date overall, Sydney’s 2GB is up 19% in total listening hours. Melbourne’s 3AW is up 14% and nationally, Nine’s talk stations are also up 14% – cementing the clear trend in Nine’s live audio streaming audience growth in 2024.

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Nine Radio Head of Content, Greg Byrnes, said: “We know our audience loves the footy and that’s been reflected in these stunning figures. With the NRL and AFL generating plenty of talk on and off the field we’ve seen our market dominance in streaming strengthen during March.”

“And as the official broadcaster of the Paris Olympic and Paralympics even more sports fans will be connecting to our content through a digital device. Listenership is only set to get stronger throughout the year and we’ll have all the colour and excitement live.”

Source: Triton Webcast Metrics Streaming, March 1-31 2024, TLH – Total Listening Hours, Nine Radio, Unless otherwise specified

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

Monday, April 15, 2024

FRIDAY, APRIL 12, AT 7.30PM ON CHANNEL 9, 9GEM & 9NOW

Following the overwhelming success of its debut season, Take Me Home returns for its second season this Friday at 7.30pm on Channel 9, 9Gem and 9Now.

Set amidst the rugged landscape of the Outback mining towns of the Pilbara, Take Me Home promises to deliver more touching stories of resilience, hope, and unconditional love as it follows the journeys of lost, forgotten, and unwanted animals finding their way from the backstreets to their new backyards.

Centred on the emotionally captivating world of everyday animal adoptions, Take Me Home shines a spotlight on WA foster care and adoption organisation SAFE (Saving Animals from Euthanasia).

In the season premiere, viewers will meet Sue, Elichia and new recruit Marie, as together with the rangers and volunteer foster carers they work through the day and night to ensure every animal gets a second chance at being cared for and loved.

Take Me Home is full of heartwarming stories, touching moments, and unforgettable connections between pets and their new families. From the initial meet-and-greet to the tear-jerking adoption ceremonies, viewers will be captivated by the life-changing experiences that unfold as each episode showcases the joy and fulfillment that comes from giving these deserving pets a second chance at life.

Take Me Home is a local series made for the 9Network by Projucer, celebrating the wonderful connection between humans and their faithful companions.

ALL NEW: TAKE ME HOME
RETURNS FRIDAY, APRIL 12, AT 7.30PM ON CHANNEL 9, 9GEM & 9NOW
#TAKEMEHOME @CHANNEL9

For further information, please contact:
Bayley Howe, 9Network Publicity
P 08 616 859 31 M 0423 360 077
E bayleyhowe@nine.com.au

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Married at First Sight season 11 increased its year-on-year audience, with the blockbuster series reaching 14.2 million people across Total TV.

The latest season of MAFS, which wrapped up on Monday night with an explosive reunion episode, saw a Total TV National Average Audience of precisely two million viewers per episode.

The blockbuster program recorded year-on-year growth across all screens:
– Up 4% year-on-year on Total TV
– Up 1.5% year-on-year on Broadcast TV
– Up 9.6% year-on-year on BVOD 

Over the course of the compelling season, 2.545 million viewers were reached exclusively on 9Now, providing incremental reach of 22% to Broadcast TV. Almost nearly one third of the key demographic of People 16-39 were reached exclusively through 9Now. 

In the crucial demographic of 25-54, the series recorded a Total TV National Average Audience of 1.003 million viewers per episode, representing year-on-year growth of 4.3%. On BVOD, the 25-54 audience was up 11% year-on-year.

Married at First Sight has helped push the 9Network to an overwhelmingly dominant position across the year-to-date, with the broadcaster taking out the  Top 10 programs on FTA for Total People and in all key demos. 

Hamish Turner, Director of 9Now and Programming, said: “Married at First Sight has once again proven it is the most powerful program on Australian television. With epic storytelling and some of the most riveting characters seen on screen, MAFS sets the blueprint for how a multi-platform program shows the true strength of Free-to-Air. The series has set us up for a huge Q2 that will take us from LEGO Masters through to the Olympic and Paralympic Games.” 

TOP 10 PROGRAMS OF THE YEAR-TO-DATE- AVERAGE AUDIENCE

For more information: 
Adrian Motte
Senior Communications Manager – Trade & Publishing
amotte@nine.com.au
0415 271 339

Source: TVMAP VOZ Analyser, VOZ Data 5.0 © OzTAM Pty Limited [2023], NATIONAL, Total People, 25-54, 16-39, GS18+, Nine Content, 29/01/2024 – 8/04/2024, Cumulative Reach, Married at First Sight, includes encores, Total TV, When Watched.
Source YoY: TVMAP VOZ Ranking Report, VOZ Data 5.0 © OzTAM Pty Limited [2023], NATIONAL, Total People, 25-54, 16-39, GS18+, Nine Content, 29/01/2024 – 8/04/2024 v 30/01/2023 – 3/04/2023, Average Audience, Married at First Sight, excludes encores, Total TV, Consolidated 7 as at 8/04/2024.
Source: TVMAP VOZ Ranking Report, VOZ Data 5.0 © OzTAM Pty Limited [2023], NATIONAL, Total People, 25-54, 16-39, GS18+, Nine Content, Seven Content, Ten Content, ABC Content, SBS Content, Foxtel Content, 1/01/2024 – 8/04/2024, Average Audience, Split by Program, Total TV, Consolidated 7 as at 8/04.
VOZ Data 5.0 © OzTAM Pty Limited [2023], NATIONAL, Total People, 25-54, 16-39, GS18+, Nine Content, 29/01/2024 – 8/04/2024, 
Cumulative Reach, Married at First Sight, includes encores, Total TV, When Watched

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTY: KNIGHTS V ROOSTERS
FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTY: BRONCOS V DOLPHINS

LIVE AND FREE ON CHANNEL 9HD AND STREAMING FREE ON 9NOW

The Battle of Brisbane between the Dolphins and Broncos is set to take over Round 6 of NRL on Nine, live and free on Channel 9HD and 9Now.

The Broncos will welcome back wonder kid Reece Walsh in a timely return from injury, as the Wayne Bennett-coached Dolphins aim for their first win over the Broncos.

NRL on Nine will be live on the ground at Suncorp Stadium for Friday Night Footy with host James Bracey, joined by Queensland legends Billy Slater, Fatty Vautin, Cameron Smith, Johnathan Thurston and Darren Lockyer, along with Danika Mason providing sideline updates. 

Hang around for the post-game entertainment when the popular Footy Show segment Small Talk with the Big Marn returns, featuring special guest Reece Walsh visiting his junior rugby league club.

Thursday Night Football is live from Newcastle for the Knights v Roosters clash. Superstar fullback Kalyn Ponga will need to inspire his side against a steely Roosters lineup ravaged by injury and suspension. Knights great and Eighth Immortal Andrew Johns is in commentary exclusively for Nine’s Wide World of Sports.

The NRL Sunday Footy Show will dissect the round so far from 11.00am before the Tigers and Dragons aim to climb up the ladder on Sunday Arvo Footy from 3.00pm.

Nine’s game of the round: Dolphins v Broncos 

Speaking on the Billy Slater Podcast ahead the Battle of Brisbane, NRL on Nine expert commentator and Queensland Maroons coach, Billy Slater, said: “Despite the noise around the players that aren’t available, you have to remember the ones that are a very high quality. 

“For the Dolphins it’s great news that Tom Flegler may be fit to play against his old club for the first time. There’s enough quality for the Broncos on show with Kotoni Staggs, Selwyn Cobbo and Reece Walsh all able to break the game open at any stage.

“It’s going to be a beauty with the atmosphere at Suncorp and I’m excited to be there to call the action for Nine.” 

BROADCAST SCHEDULE

Thursday, April 11

THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTY – KNIGHTS v ROOSTERS

Friday, April 12

FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTY – BRONCOS v DOLPHINS

Sunday, April 14

WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS – on Channel 9 and 9Now. Roz Kelly, Mark Taylor and Gus Worland.

THE SUNDAY FOOTY SHOW from 11.00am with Billy Slater, Andrew Johns, Brad Fittler and Danika Mason.

HOSTPLUS QLD CUP –  from 2.10pm. Western Clydesdales v Mackay Cutters, available on 9Now pop-up channel live and free.

SUNDAY ARVO FOOTY – WESTS TIGERS v ST GEORGE ILLAWARRA DRAGONS

Monday, April 15

100% Footy 
10.00pm on Channel 9HD in Sydney/Brisbane.

Phil Gould and Paul Gallen go head to head after the sixth round of the season with host James Bracey. All the latest scoops come from 9News reporter Michael Chammas.

NRL ROUND 6 ON THE 9NETWORK
FROM THURSDAY, APRIL 11, AT 7.30PM AEDT
LIVE AND FREE ON 9NOW AND CHANNEL 9HD

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

More medical miracles are in the making after the Nine Telethon raised a remarkable total of $6,791,588 for Mater Little Miracles on Saturday night.

Nine Queensland Managing Director Kylie Blucher, Mater Mothers’ Director of Neonatology Dr Pita Birch, 9News Queensland’s Andrew Lofthouse, Melissa Downes and Aislin Kriukelis, Mater Foundation CEO Andrew Thomas and Mater Foundation Board Chair Virginia Ryan

This generous sum allows Mater, Australia’s busiest maternity care provider, to ensure Queensland’s sickest and tiniest babies will continue to have access to life-saving care as their families receive ongoing support. 

The 2024 Nine Telethon spotlighted the extraordinary work of Mater by sharing the real and resilient stories from its Neonatal Critical Care Unit (NCCU) and celebrating the life-saving and life-changing care provided by Mater’s devoted clinical teams.

In a heartwarming display of unity, people from all corners of the Sunshine State donated generously to aid their fellow Queenslanders and support Mater in being a leader in neonatal critical care and maternal foetal medicine.

The outpouring of support was magnified by notable contributions from the Federal Government ($2 million), the Queensland Government ($1.5 million), and inaugural presenting partners: The Lott by Golden Casket, Suncorp and Plantation Homes. The Brisbane Broncos added to the donation tally by auctioning off captain Adam Reynolds’ and club veteran Corey Oates’ football boots, which echo the size of the seriously ill and premature babies tended to by Mater – more than 2,000 each year.

Managing Director of Nine Queensland and Nine Northern New South Wales, Kylie Blucher, said:

“Once again the Nine Telethon has worked its magic, leaving an indelible mark and transforming the lives of countless Queensland families. It’s truly heartwarming to witness our community uniting to support our own, and I am thrilled that Mater Little Miracles can continue to provide Queensland’s most vulnerable infants with the best possible start to life, thanks to these life-saving funds.

“My heartfelt gratitude extends to Nine Queensland’s dedicated production team and 9News Queensland and Nine talent, whose unwavering dedication has been instrumental in achieving this wonderful outcome for Mater Little Miracles.”

Mater Foundation CEO, Andrew Thomas, said:

“What an extraordinary evening! Thanks to the Nine Telethon, the incredible sum of $6,791,588 ensures that more medical miracles are now within reach. These funds are truly life-changing for sick and premature babies.”

“The generosity from the community allows us to purchase the latest technology and equipment and invest in world-class research to improve the survival rates and long term outcomes for our tiniest patients. We want babies to survive; however, we also want them to thrive and live a full life without any physical or intellectual disability.

“Each dollar raised not only brings hope to countless Queensland families but also lays a solid foundation for a brighter, healthier future. On behalf of our amazing clinicians and our brilliant researchers, I express our sincere gratitude to the Nine Telethon for standing with us on this journey to support Queensland families for years to come.”

The Nine Telethon, broadcast from Mater Mothers’ Hospital, featured Queensland’s longest-serving presenting duo, 9News Queensland’s Melissa Downes and Andrew Lofthouse, welcoming viewers into the NCCU ward with 9News Queensland’s Aislin Kriukelis, and into the Nine Telethon Call Centre with NRL on Nine’s Peter Psaltis and Sam Thaiday. There were also special appearances by Paralympic athletes Paige Greco and Torita Blake, former tennis player John Millman, Channel 9’s The King, Wally Lewis, and more.

Presenting Partners of the 2024 Nine Telethon included the Queensland Government, Suncorp, The Lott by Golden Casket, and Plantation Homes.

Donations to the 2024 Nine Telethon in support of Mater Little Miracles can still be made at www.9telethon.com.au or via the QR Code below.

For further information, please contact:
Claudine Blondeau
Communications Manager, Nine Queensland
07 3214 9732 / 0416 644 807
cblondeau@nine.com.au

Monday, April 8, 2024