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Call for BBC Local Radio in Scotland and Wales

A letter argues the BBC must establish truly local radio stations in Scotland and Wales to give communities a voice, mirroring its successful model in England. Read the full case.

Australian Radio Pioneer Nadya Anderson Dies Aged 73

Australian radio pioneer and artist Nadya Anderson has died aged 73 after a long battle with cancer. A key figure at Melbourne's 3RRR, she championed women on air and later forged a successful sculpture career. Read the full tribute.

BBC Radio 2 star Brian Hayes dies, aged 87

Tributes pour in for pioneering radio host Brian Hayes, who has died aged 87. The former BBC Radio 2 breakfast presenter revolutionised UK phone-in radio. Read the full story.

Ken Bruce reveals why he left BBC Radio 2

Veteran DJ Ken Bruce opens up about leaving the BBC after 46 years, his newfound happiness at Greatest Hits Radio, and how being an older dad keeps him young. Discover his story.

Russell Crowe's Tribute at John Laws Funeral

Over 800 mourners gathered at Sydney's St Andrews Cathedral for radio legend John Laws' state funeral. Russell Crowe delivered a moving eulogy for his friend of 23 years.

State Funeral for Australian Broadcaster John Laws

Australia bids farewell to radio legend John Laws with a state funeral. The iconic but controversial broadcaster's 70-year career is remembered by the nation's leaders. Read more about his legacy.

Radio Star Justin 'Jabba' Davies Dies Suddenly Aged 54

The entertainment world is mourning the sudden loss of beloved Australian radio personality Justin 'Jabba' Davies, who has passed away unexpectedly at age 54, leaving colleagues and listeners devastated.

Mix 102.3 breakfast hosts axed in shock radio shake-up

Adelaide's popular breakfast radio duo Jodie Oddy and Hayley Pearson have been abruptly removed from Mix 102.3's morning show, leaving presenters and listeners shocked by the sudden programming change.

Radio hosts' gross toilet paper challenge divides listeners

Australian radio hosts Carrie Bickmore and Tommy Little push boundaries with their revolting new challenge that's taking social media by storm. Discover the messy details that have listeners both horrified and entertained.

Radio host's 'go home' rant to migrant sparks outrage

Brisbane radio presenter Phil Di Bella faces backlash after explosive on-air confrontation where he told a migrant caller 'if you don't like it, go home' in heated exchange about Australian values.

How pirate radio championed Black British music

Discover the untold story of pirate radio's crucial role in amplifying Black British voices and shaping the nation's musical landscape when mainstream media turned a deaf ear.

Sydney DJ suspended over racist Indigenous rant

Popular Sydney DJ David Le has been removed from airwaves after broadcasting a vile racist tirade against Indigenous Australians, sparking widespread outrage and corporate backlash.

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