AU & NZ

Australian audio networks unite as CRA Audio ID goes live

Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA) has launched CRA Audio ID, a unified digital audio identifier now live and trading via Display & Video 360, Google’s demand-side platform (DSP). CRA Audio ID unifies premium inventory across ARN, Nine Audio, Nova Entertainment and SCA, enabling marketers to plan, buy and optimise digital audio campaigns across live streaming… Read More
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AU & NZ

The hot sauce caper that spiced up the Sunny Coast airwaves

It’s been a dramatic – if nerve-wracking – few weeks for the 91.1 Hot FM crew on Queensland’s Sunny Coast – and all due to a spat over a spicy condiment. A few weeks ago, Hot FM brekky duo Sam and Ash were threatened with legal action for not delivering a promised bottle of hot… Read More
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AU & NZ

Talkback radio: What does the future hold?

Laws. Jones. Hadley. Hinch. Not only were they titans of talkback radio, they represent the baby boomer version of podcasts. That’s according to former Labor strategist Kos Samaras, who says listeners trusted what they had to say, because the hosts’ values aligned with theirs. But Samaras – now a director at political research firm Redbridge… Read More
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US

FCC Broadcast License Systems To Reopen On 11/18

As the federal government continues to resume normal operations following the five week shutdown, the last two FCC systems to reopen will be its Licensing and Management System (LMS) and Online Public Inspection File (OPIF) databases.
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UK

Radio TechCon unveils global technology programme

Radio TechCon will return to IET London: Savoy Place this year with a programme that places radio technology, engineering and international collaboration at its centre.
The event takes place on Tuesday 25th November and will bring together specialists from the UK and overseas to share practical insight across studio build projects, transmission innovation and new applications of AI.
Sessions will look at the contrasting approaches taken by LBC and Castledown FM when creating new studios, including how community broadcasters can move operations into the cloud at short notice. Delegates will also hear how engineers at Glastonbury are isolating audio tracks live to improve clarity for broadcast audiences, and how best practice from aviation can help production teams work more effectively in pressured environments.
A strong global theme runs through the day. Contributors from Ghana will outline how solar power is being used to support radio transmission, while a team from Portugal will explain how broadcasters responded to a nationwide power outage and what UK stations can do to plan for similar scenarios. Sweden will demonstrate its award-winning interactive news app, developed using AI to answer unexpected audience questions.
AI will feature throughout the programme, including a short masterclass explaining the fundamentals and a session from the BBC on testing a new listening model designed to detect audio errors. There will also be an update on one of the UK’s largest current transmission replatforming projects and a look at how BFBS has applied broadcast skills to the fast-growing esports sector.
The event will again include a mini trade-fair with representatives from Broadcast Bionics, Arqiva, Lawo, IPE, RCS, the IET, CGI, Preco, Telos Alliance, Ferncast and Radioplayer. Delegates will be able to explore equipment at breakfast, enjoy afternoon cake and take part in networking after the main programme.
Ann Charles said, “We’re so excited to have a broad and diverse programme this year, covering everything from new studio builds to the future of AI for audio.”
The day will conclude with Stephanie Hirst’s quiz for those keen to test what they learned.

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UK

Local radio unites for Sandals St Vincent campaign

Five local radio stations joined forces to broadcast live from the new Sandals St Vincent and the Grenadines resort in a major collaboration led by Rob Wills.

The project, run under the ‘Local Radio Promotions’ banner for Sandals Resorts UK, brought together kmfm, Nation Radio South, Radio Exe, Isle of Wight Radio and More Radio to deliver a unified week of drive-time programming.
Each station produced its own live shows from the Caribbean resort, featuring local experiences, interviews, and a competition offering listeners the chance to win a seven-night all-inclusive holiday.
Rob Wills said the campaign was one of the most rewarding projects he has worked on, adding: “This really proved what local radio can do when it works together – great content, memorable radio, and meaningful results for both audiences and our client.”
The team created a central content bank of interviews, imagery, and artwork, allowing each station to draw on shared assets while maintaining their own identity.
Support for the Sandals Foundation was also included in the broadcasts, highlighting its work to rebuild communities following the impact of Hurricane Mellisa.
Cleanfeed’s Marc Bakos provided technical support to ensure broadcast quality, with additional help from kmfm’s Lee Turner, Becca Webb, and Kamaldip Panesar. Rob thanked Sandals’ Natalie, Alice and Esme for their trust in the project, and praised the station teams and programme directors involved.

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