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13 minutes ago
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‘The Christian O'Connell Show' to be broadcast in every Aussie city in radio first
Christian O'Connell is taking his hit radio show nationally, making him the first commercial FM breakfast host to broadcast live across the country. In a move Kyle Sandilands has wanted to pull off for years, the popular British host of Melbourne's Gold 104.3 breakfast show will hit airwaves in every major city come next year. It comes after Brendan 'Jonesy' Jones and Amanda Keller revealed their Sydney breakfast show would be moved to the afternoon slot from 2026. Australian Radio Network (ARN) officially announced Monday The Christian O'Connell Show would not only take over their slot in Sydney, but also Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, as well as some regional cities in the evenings. 'This is a big moment for me, and for ARN,' O'Connell said in a statement. 'When I moved here seven years ago, I dreamt of building a national show – one that could connect with people all over Australia. 'A show from our corner of the dial where people can feel united wherever they are, bringing people together through shared stories, laughter, and something real.' O'Connell was a prominent radio star in the UK before he emigrated to Melbourne in 2018. Within 18 months of launch, The Christian O'Connell Show hit number one. His show, which features Patrina Jones and ex-Channel 9 presenter Alex Cullen, is currently rated the number two FM breakfast show in Melbourne behind Nova's Jason 'Jase' Hawkins and Lauren Phillips. 'This isn't a show about gossip or stunts. I want to offer something more: A real alternative in the mornings. Something built on heart, humour, and human connection – not noise,' he continued. ARN's Chief Audience & Content Officer, Lauren Joyce, added, 'Christian is a rare talent with an extraordinary ability to connect with audiences. He's already built one of the most successful shows in Melbourne, and we believe that's just the beginning. At a time when the world feels increasingly divided, The Christian O'Connell Show offers a place where all Australians feel welcome and a true sense of belonging. It's a show that delivers connection like no other.' ARN also operates the KIIS Network, which airs The Kyle and Jackie O Show. Speaking at a conference for advertisers in June, Sandilands told ARN CEO Ciaran Davis he 'blamed' executives for his show's struggling ratings in Melbourne, arguing a national rollout would've proved more successful. 'I blame you guys. We should have gone national from day one,' Sandilands said onstage. 'We are growing total listeners. Forget share measurement. Those who are listening to us are big on time spent listening. They are big numbers for advertisers. We are getting listeners in Melbourne one at a time, we are building our audience.' Keller and Jonesy, meanwhile, addressed listeners on Friday of their move to afternoons. 'Brendan and I are going to go to the drive shift,' Keller said. 'Radio's about being authentic and real, and that's what we are,' Jonesy said. Keller added, 'to be authentic and real, we could have stayed doing the breakfast hours for longer, but as long as you guys come with us and listen to us in drive … we're excited! 'To be given a chance after a 20-year-old show to try something new, I'm looking forward to that,' Keller said. ARN is yet to announce how O'Connell's expansion will impact existing breakfast shows.
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an hour ago
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Jelena Dokic in tears during emotional Logies speech
Jelena Dokic has fought back tears as she delivered a powerful speech at the Logie Awards on Sunday night. The former tennis star stole the show on Australian television's night of nights with an impromptu victory speech at The Star in Sydney. The 42-year-old said she was in 'complete shock' when she walked onto the stage to accept the award for the Best Factual or Documentary Program. Dokic's 'Unbreakable: The Jelena Dokic Story' feature was a popular winner when going up against productions like Channel 7's 'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story'. After wowing fans with her glamorous look on the Logies Awards red carpet, Dokic delivered a speech many viewers will not forget. The former Wimbledon quarter-finalist's big moment came just 76 days after the death of her estranged father Damir Dokic. The much-loved former world No. 4 tennis player survived physical and emotional abuse from her father and has been an inspiration for many as she manages her childhood trauma. It's one of the reasons her speech was so moving. 'I know you said 30 seconds but I will need at least 30 to gather myself,' she said. 'I'm actually in shock. I didn't think this was possible and I didn't have a speech prepared. 'I want to say a massive thank you to every single person who voted, not just the fans, but the industry. And not because of me. But because the hard stories and the difficult topics need to be told to create awareness. 'This is something that we did not even talk about 10 years ago. Now we have it in books and on screen. 'This is not about winning. This is about a win for victims and survivors, especially of domestic violence and mental health.' 'To every kid and person out there, I will say to every single girl and woman out there, never allow anyone to take your worth or happiness or smile away. 'Believe in your goals and dreams. I am standing here as someone who literally had that dream. I believed in it. I didn't give up on it. If I can do it you can do it too.' Speaking about fellow tennis great — and Channel 9 co-host — Todd Woodbridge was the moment that brought her to breaking point. 'Lastly Todd Woodbridge, you're my person,' she said, holding back tears. 'I say that, and this makes me cry so much, because when I sat down at that table with you 11 years ago when I retired and you said to me that I can be a commentator and bring my story to life, I looked at you and I said to you 'I don't know who you are talking about but you are not talking about me.' 'I was a person who couldn't string two sentences together and had no skills. 'You believed in me professionally. I hope everyone finds a Todd like I did. 'You're a massive reason why I'm here, I'm standing here in every single way. 'I say if everyone can have a father and mentor like Todd they would be very fortunate.' In a speech that went well over the time allowed on the running sheet, Dokic also thanked figures behind the scenes of the production. 'You made this happen. We would not even have sat down at the table to talk about this possibility if it wasn't for you,' she said. 'I can't thank you enough for believing in me and bringing this story to screen because I certainly didn't when we sat down. I said to all of you, 'You really think this is possible?' Thank you for doing that.' TV cameras showed Woodbridge was in the crowd smiling from ear to ear as Dokic gave him a special mention. Dokic has emerged as one of the most cherished figures in Australian sport in her advocacy for sufferers of abuse and mental health. The final message she shared about her father shows how raw the trauma of her abuse remains. 'My father passed away in the late hours on 16.05.2025,' she wrote. 'As you know my relationship with my father has been difficult and painful with a lot of history. 'Despite everything and no matter how hard, difficult and in the last 10 years even non-existent our relationship and communication was, it is never easy losing a parent and a father even one you are estranged from. 'The loss of an estranged parent comes with a difficult and complicated grief. 'It's an end of a chapter and life as I know it.'
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2 hours ago
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Sam Pang praised by viewers with yet another Logies slam dunk
Sam Pang has, yet again, pulled off a widely-praised performance as Logies host. The Aussie comedian helmed TV's night of nights at The Star in Sydney for a third consecutive year, pulling no punches as he eviscerated the room of celebrities. Jimmy Barnes kicked off festivities with his pub rock anthem Working Class Man, prompting Pang to open with, 'I can't think of a song that has less connection to the people in this room tonight.' Referencing his third time taking the stage, the host took aim at TV darling Kerri Anne Kennerly, declaring, 'This is my third time hosting, so hopefully that's enough to stop Kerri Anne Kennerly to stop calling me Ahn Doh.' There was, of course, some controversial deliveries, with Pang's line about ABC children's program Bluey – and its popularity in the US – generating an icy reaction from the show's creator Joe Brumm. 'Congratulations to Bluey which was the most streamed show in the world this past year,' Pang said. 'What an achievement. Bluey is massive in the United States and is officially the watched America, just ahead of a school shooting safety video.' He also roasted the two new international stars to join The Voice Australia coaching panel, former Spice Girl Melanie C and Richard Marx, the latter of whom was in the audience, quipping, 'What are the odds of both of them being available?' He continued, 'Richard, welcome and I hope you have a wonderful night. Big fan, but I think we both know you answered the phone on the first ring.' Viewers took to social media heaping praise on Pang, ruling he went 'full Ricky Gervais' and should be granted the gig 'for life'. 'Sam Pang delivering another barn burner monologue. He never misses,' one user wrote. 'How good is Sam Pang,' another said. A third wrote, 'Sam Pang should be given the honour of hosting the Logies for life, the only way Logies can survive in the future.' 'Sam Pang. Worth turning the Logies on for. Every. Time,' added another. Sam Pang's opening monologue in full: Good evening everyone and welcome to Australian TV's night of nights. Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the traditional land and pay my respects to Elders both past and present. I extend that respect to all First Nations people here today. One more time put your hands together for living legend Jimmy Barnes. Jimmy Barnes singing Working Class Man. Welcome to the 1985 Logies. I'm your host Greg Evans. Working Class Man — I can't think of a song that has less of a connection to the people in this room tonight. It is once again a huge honour to be your host tonight, and its inspiring world in as much turmoil as it is right now, that we as an industry have not wavered in our commitment and bravery in coming together tonight to honour ourselves. This is my third time hosting, so hopefully that's enough for Kerri Anne Kennerley to stop calling me Ahn Do. We're here tonight to celebrate excellence in Australian television and what a year it's been. Fisk, Bluey, The Newsreader, Territory, Apple Cider Vinegar, The Twelve, Colin from Accounts, Lego Masters, Home and Away, Have You Been Paying Attention and Channel 9's Olympics coverage all made for another wonderful year and one the industry can be very proud of. Congratulations to Bluey, which was the most streamed show in the world this past year. What an achievement. I'd like to point that there's a new award this year the Ray Martin Award for Most Popular News or Public Figure, Ray always loved asking questions, I saw him on the red carpet and he asked me, 'Sam, Where am I?' Reality shows continued this year and I've long been of the opinion that there's nothing more romantic than a televised overly produced quest for love. There's two that stand above the rest. Farmer Wants A Wife – which has an incredible success rate. Over its 15 seasons, the show has resulted in 11 marriages and 27 children – meaning it is now officially the main way for a farmer to get screwed apart from Coles and Woolworths. And of course, my favourite, Married At First Sight, in its 12th season. And the big story this year was when Paul punched a hole in a wall after finding out his TV wife slept with a By the way a hole in the wall is something most of the contestants would be very familiar with. This season MAFS was criticised for breaching ethical standards – producers strongly defending themselves saying every contestant had to undergo a mental health evaluation, an STI test and IQ test – and if they failed all of those, they were on … We all know MAFS is famous for its debaucherous dinner parties — never miss a Sunday night, and Ive actually got an idea for next season, I think they should cast the mushroom lady as the caterer. After 16 years, a television institution, The Project, aired its last episode in June. An amazing run. It undoubtedly delivered news differently — where else could you get Hughesy to tell you about the war in Syria? Channel 10 replaced The Project with 10News+, which is like the Titanic replaced with the OceanGate Submarine. Game shows and quiz shows are all the rage. One of the most popular is Dancing with the Stars, where viewers try to guess which one is the dancer and which one is the star. The Voice is about to launch its 14th season. New coaches Mel C and Richard Marx. What are the odds of both of them being available? Richard, welcome and I hope you have a wonderful night. Big fan but I think we both know you answered the phone on the first ring. SBS, our most diverse network, celebrates 50 years! Happy Birthday to my old employer and it's worth noting that before SBS, many Australians had never seen a Serbian penis. Congratulations to Karl Stefanovic who this year is celebrating 20 years on The Today Show. Sincerely Karl, well done on 20 informative, entertaining and (underpaid) co-hosts. … After a hugely popular win last year, Larry Edmur is not nominated for Gold this year. Many people have questioned why? Well, it hurts me to say Larry but frankly the industry just couldn't afford the optics of you being the gold standard for two years in a row. Larry goes from winner to not even nominated. Hard to think of a Channel 7 game show host with a bigger fall from grace in recent years. Anyway, have a good night and enjoy the free feed. The night will culminate in the presentation of the Gold Logie. That's right, in little over nine hours, the winner of the Gold Logie will be announced. Congratulations to the six incredible women who are nominated tonight. It really is inspiring to see what you've all achieved since Katy Perry went to space. Let's take a look at the Big 7 … Sonia Kruger is nominated again. Last year, Larry Edmur famously promised that if he won he'd have the names of the other Gold nominees tattooed on his behind. This year, Sonia has promised that if she wins, she'll deliver a coherent speech. Lynne McGranger is nominated after 33 years on Home and Away. As we all … know, Lynne is leaving and there's a lot of speculation about how her character Irene will depart. Lynne has been working with the writers on her farewell story, and in a Logies exclusive I can reveal that — Irene is set to die tragically but happily, during an orgy with the Summer Bay Under 21s rugby team. Julia Morris … nominated several times for the Gold Logie, but never won. I said those exact words last year and I must remember to use them again next year. I have it on good authority won't be here next year, don't worry. Lisa Millar from the ABC is nominated for the first time. Lisa is the host of Muster Dogs and Muster Dogs: Where Are They Now? — I have to say Lisa, I don't know if I've ever been less interested in the answer to a question. Ally Langdon from Channel 9 is up for Gold. One of Australia's pre-eminent journalists for over 20 years, Ally has said a vote for her is a vote for all the incredible people who make A Current Affair possible — the producers, the crew, the dodgy plumbers, casanova conmen and the neighbours from hell. Two-time winner Hamish Blake is nominated again for Lego Masters. I voted for … Hamish not because I don't support women, but because I want to see him deliver the most awkward acceptance speech of all time. Hamish, good luck and now you know how it feels to be the diversity pick. And finally, Poh Ling Yeow, is nominated for Gold. … You should be easy to find in this room! Poh is up to be the first Asian to take home Gold since prospector Chung Lee Wong struck gold in Ballarat in 1854. Good to have a horse in the race. Many of you may not know but Poh and I go way back … to the Ming dynasty.
