Townsville radio icon and ACRA Hall of Famer Steve ‘Pricey’ Price OAM is returning to 102.3 Triple M to host Saturday Breakfast for the month of July. Pricey, who retired from Breakfast radio last year after 50 years in the industry over 40 years of which was spent in Townsville, expressed his excitement about the temporary return in an interview to RadioInfo.  "Maybe I need a three-hour break from the hammock and housework… maybe not the hammock. My one-time boss and forever friend ‘Smithy’ asked if I’d like to do what I love for a few Saturdays! I thought about it for 2 or 3 seconds, then asked for a map. So, I’ll be there at 6 am… or ten past, depends on if the Curlews wake me. Just for fun, and the joy of a weekend in the tropics!” said Pricey. SCA North Queensland Content Director, Daniel ‘Smithy’ Smith, called it a great addition, or re-addition, to the Triple M Townsville line-up. "To have somebody who lives and breathes North Queensland hosting Saturd

BCM Group has promoted Damien Musgrave to National Head of Account Management and hired Ann Reilly as Head of Broadcast and Content Production, and Jana Tann as Group Account Director. Ann Reilly joins BCM Group from Publicis London, where she was Global Head of Production for Unilever, bringing over 15 years of experience in Australia and the UK. At BCM Group, she will enhance the agency’s creative and AI-powered content production capabilities. Jana Tann, an experienced client partner, joins as Group Account Director. Previously at Publicis Australia, she worked with various government and education clients. Tann expressed her excitement about joining BCM Group’s talented team to deliver market-leading creative work. Damien Musgrave, who has been with BCM Group for seven years, has been promoted to National Head of Account Management. In his new role, he will lead client growth and new business operations across the agency's national offerings. Speaking to Mumbrella, Musgra

SPEAK Communications has been appointed as the PR partner for Australian fintech company Shaype. According to a Telum Media report, the agency will handle traditional communications, media relations, and press office activities, focusing primarily on B2B while also incorporating some B2C efforts. SPEAK Communications' Founder, Snezana Hay, expressed excitement about the partnership in an interview to TelumMedia, stating, "We are thrilled to be working with Shaype, a pioneering fintech company at the forefront of reshaping financial experiences. Our approach will be different and aimed at demystifying fintech, making it universally accessible and understandable. We look forward to amplifying their groundbreaking work and contributing to their continued success in transforming the future of finance."  

For the cricket-crazy nation, the return of captain Rohit Sharma’s eleven from Barbados with the T20 World Cup naturally became the news (rather photo story) of the day. Surrounded by lakhs of fans who thronged the Marine Drive in Mumbai for a victory parade cheering India’s victorious T20 team, atop an open bus, Mumbai traffic came to a grinding halt as the blue bus headed to Wankhede Stadium for a felicitation ceremony -- a photo that had to be on the frontpage top-slot of most leading dailies vindicating the country’s status as the latest Mecca of cricket. Rutwick Mehta of Hindustan Times captured that mood in just a few words with a striking comparison. "In November last year, as the ODI world champions Australia returned home, with captain Pat Cummins carrying his own luggage out of the airport, they were greeted by a handful of media personnel and a couple of black-tied officials. The welcome home for the T20 world champions India, safe to say, had a fair few more.

Jay-Jay Feeney, one of New Zealand's most recognisable radio hosts, is set to step away from her role at MORE FM Drive after nearly three decades. Announcing her decision on social media, Feeney candidly explained that she feels tired and low on fresh, creative ideas. “When you have four hours to fill, you end up having to talk about all the stuff going on in your life. 33 years is a long time ... basically, I just need a big rest,” she said. Feeney began her radio career at just 17 on Energy FM and later worked at The Edge before moving to MORE FM in 2018. Reflecting on her journey, she noted the personal cost of sharing her life on the air and expressed a desire to prioritize her mental health and clarity. “I’m excited to hit the road and discover more of the incredible stories that make up the remarkable tapestry of our culture. There are so many adventures ahead, whether it be with Back Roads, Muster Dogs, or new projects we’re cooking up. What a privilege it is to

Award-winning broadcast news leader Sarah Bristow is joining the NZ Herald team as Head of Content and Strategy – Video and Audio, announced New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME). Bristow, with over 20 years of experience in journalism in New Zealand and Australia, most recently served as Newshub Director of News at Warner Bros. Discovery. Her tenure there garnered multiple Voyager and New Zealand Television awards. She has also held executive roles at The AM Show, Paul Henry, and Channel Ten's Breakfast in Australia, along with leadership positions at TVNZ, Radio NZ, and Newstalk ZB. In her new role, Bristow will spearhead NZ Herald’s digital video and audio strategy, aiming to expand its audience and boost engagement across NZME’s digital platforms. Murray Kirkness, NZME Chief Content Officer, expressed excitement about Bristow’s appointment, highlighting her extensive experience in television and radio news as crucial for supporting NZME’s strategic vision. “

Lilian Saleh has announced her new position as Content Director of News in the Free News and Lifestyle division at News Corp. On LinkedIn, Saleh expressed gratitude for working with Peter Blunden, whom she described as “one of the sharpest news brains” in the business. She looks forward to continuing the legacy alongside Michael Carroll. Reflecting on her past four years, Saleh highlighted career milestones, stating, “My team has won Walkleys, News Awards, and Quills. We've covered significant events from the Queen's death and King's Coronation to wars and everything in between. We led campaigns on vaccination and cost of living, and helped Aussies get their health back on track with Health of the Nation.” Leilani Abels, CEO of Thrive PR, congratulated Saleh on taking up a new responsibility.  “Can’t wait to see you fly and continue to do incredible things,” Abels added.  Adella Beaini, a national news journalist, thanked Saleh for her mentorship, adding, “You�