Sydney’s 2GB and Melbourne’s 3AW dominated their markets with improved ratings, according to sixth radio ratings survey results from GfK, the official provider for Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA).
2GB lifted its overall share 2.8 to 14.2 and breakfast also surged 2.6 to 16.8.
3AW was up 1.1 to 14.6 overall and breakfast recorded a 1.3 lift to 20.3.
“These are truly stunning results for 2GB and 3AW, solidifying their position as number one overall and dominating breakfast, mornings, and right across the day," said Greg Byrnes, Nine Radio’s national content manager.
"The breakfast shows with Ben Fordham and Ross and Russ have unequivocally won the year, and AFL and NRL across the network is the clear number one.
"As the cost of living bites and world affairs take a turn, audiences are flocking to our stations for trusted news and analysis.”
SCA's head of metro broadcast content, Matthew O’Reilly, said consistency is the strategy and today’s results show it’s delivering.
“Across the country, we’re seeing great momentum for both the Hit and Triple M networks,” O’Reilly said.
Flagship shows like 101.9 The Fox’s Fifi, Fev & Nick and Carrie & Tommy continue to dominate and deliver world-class content.
“Triple M remains Number 1 in both Adelaide and Brisbane, reinforcing its strength with audiences who love authentic, entertaining radio built around the communities we serve. On the Hit Network, we’re also seeing exceptional growth today for Mix 94.5, SAFM, and 101.9 The Fox.
“It’s also exciting to see audience growth for some of our newer shows – proof that our investment in talent and local content is resonating with listeners. SCA remains the home of the Audience That Matters (25-54), and we’re incredibly proud of the teams behind these results.”
NOVA Entertainment CEO Peter Charlton said the network is seeing strong momentum, both in audience reach and advertiser demand.
“Being Australia's #1 metro network is never something we take for granted and we've seen some fantastic numbers for shows around the country,” he said.
“We've grown our 25-54 broadcast audience again and we consistently lead in streaming, so NOVA continues to deliver market-leading audiences for our brands and advertisers at this important time.”
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