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Nikki Kenwrick bids farewell to 2TM and 92.9FM after eight years

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Nikki Kenwrick, general manager of 2TM and 92.9FM Tamworth, is set to leave the country music capital after eight years to relocate to Port Stephens, Radio info reported. Nikki’s career in radio began at 2EA in Sydney and she has also worked with SBS-TV, the Country Leader, and various other publications through her career. During her time with 2TM and 92.9FM, Nikki spearheaded several impactful initiatives. She was instrumental in launching the 2TM Discovered vocal competition, an annual event that provides a platform for emerging artists during the Tamworth Country Music Festival. Additionally, Nikki oversaw the installation of a history wall in the station’s courtyard. Another significant achievement was the development of the 2TM/92.9 Bra-B-Q, an outside broadcast event designed to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Awareness month, supporting Serendipity Tamworth. Nikki was also responsible for writing, designing, and selling the 2TM 85th Anniversary Cookbook. Nik

ABC Radio Australia returns to Kiribati with new FM service

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ABC Radio Australia has launched its international radio service on 92.3FM, available to residents across the Tarawa atoll in the Pacific island nation of Kiribati, according to a media statement from the organisation. This marks the return of the service to the region after a decade off air and is another significant milestone in the network's efforts to expand its reach across the Pacific. The full-service radio station offers an extensive range of programming, including news, music, sports, culture, health, science, and faith, specifically designed to cater to the diverse interests of Pacific audiences. Claire M. Gorman, head of ABC International, expressed excitement about the launch, stating, “We are thrilled to start the year by launching our tenth ABC Radio Australia service in partnership with BPA. This marks another important step in the network's expansion across the Pacific, bringing more Pacific-focused content to new listeners in Tarawa.” ABC Radio Australia’s F

Epitome: Gov businesses say no to DeepSeek

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Wednesday 12, February 2025 | DeepSeek this, DeepSeek that, AI is here, it's there, it's every-bloody-where…. But not at several government businesses including Australia Post, the NBN and the ABC as IA’s Tom Williams got the scoop yesterday.  It wasn’t the first time he’d called exclusive on news regarding DeepSeek either, let’s cast our minds back to last Wednesday when Williams got the exclusive on the news the NSW government had banned DeepSeek “from its devices and systems”.   And So that leads us to Williams’ article yesterday: “DeepSeek banned at NBN, ABC, AusPost”. In this one,, Williams writes that the internal systems of Australia Post, NBN Co and the ABC have had DeepSeek formally blocked, following the government’s concerns that the application is a threat to national security.  NBN Co told IA’s Williams that the decision to block DeepSeek came “after careful consideration” while the Australia Post also confirmed that it is “disabling

Times Group set to host ninth edition of ET Now Global Business Summit

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The ninth edition of the ET Now Global Business Summit, organised by the Times Group, will be held on February 15-16, 2025, at Taj Palace, New Delhi.  The event will bring together global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss key economic and industrial shifts under the theme "Evolve, Emerge and Expand." Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the summit and deliver a keynote address, focusing on India’s economic trajectory, global positioning and future growth strategies. At last year’s summit, in his keynote address, PM Modi emphasised India’s economic expansion, fiscal stability and global recognition at Davos, outlining a 30-year roadmap for the country to become the world’s third-largest economy.  The 2025 edition will continue discussions on India’s evolving economic landscape, manufacturing, digital transformation, and innovation as the country strengthens its role in the global economy.

Quint Digital sells Quint Hindi YouTube channel to Shvaas Creations

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Quint Digital has sold its YouTube channel Quint Hindi and its associated digital assets to Shvaas Creations for Rs 39.52 lakh, as reported by BestMediaInfo. The company has also discontinued its Hindi website, effective February 5, 2025. Following the acquisition, Shvaas Creations will operate as a subsidiary of Quint Digital. Founded in December 2024 by Vani Bisht and Shailesh Chaturvedi, the company plans to launch an online digital platform under the brand name 'Kisan India'. In a separate filing with the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Quint Digital confirmed it has acquired a 77.5 per cent stake in Shvaas Creations on a fully diluted basis. Quint Digital also reported its Q3 financial results, showing a decline in revenue to Rs 159.78 million, down from Rs 220.32 million in the same period last year. Sales for the quarter dropped to Rs 85.13 million from Rs 157.65 million, while the company posted a net loss of Rs 31.33 million, compared to a net income of Rs 829.07 million in

Trump wields tariff hammer again ahead of Modi meet

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In a move reminiscent of his first term, Donald Trump has announced a 25 per cent tariff on steel and aluminium imports, setting the stage for another trade battle. The US President, who has made economic nationalism and MAGA a centrepiece of his campaign, claims these tariffs will protect American manufacturers and jobs. However, the move has sparked fears of global trade disruptions and India, though not the primary target, is preparing a diplomatic and economic response. Hot Off the Press According to Times of India’s Sidhartha and Surojit Gupta, India plans to cite its recent duty reductions on multiple imports to avoid getting entangled in the new tariff regime. Additionally, The Hindu’s Vikas Dhoot and Suhasini Haidar reported that New Delhi is considering offering lower tariffs on pecan nuts--a key US agricultural export--in a strategic move to ease trade tensions and avoid retaliatory tariffs from Washington. While some Indian sectors, particularly aluminium and st

Adelaide radio legend John Dean to retire from Cruise 1323 Breakfast show

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Legendary Adelaide broadcaster John Dean is set to retire from his long-running role on Cruise 1323’s Breakfast show in March ending a remarkable chapter in local radio, Radio Today reported. For over 20 years, John’s signature segment, Good Morning John Dean, has been a staple of Adelaide mornings. Starting his career in the 70s as "Lean Dean," John gained fame as a radio personality and voice-over artist, even appearing on the Wheel of Fortune. His memorable moments include greeting Alice Cooper at Adelaide Airport dressed as Dracula and charming bar staff by impersonating Alan Rickman. Nearly 75, John reflected on his 50-year career, saying, "Most people retire at 65 – I’ve been fortunate to do something I love." His departure follows changes at Cruise 1323 and the GOLD Network, with Sue Carter, head of content, praising his dedication to his audience. John will remain with Cruise as a standby announcer and his final Breakfast show will air on March 7, with a farewell p

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