Starting Monday, October 21, 2024, Katie Lamb will join former AFL player Xavier Ellis as co-host of the 92.9 Triple M Breakfast show, Katie Lamb shared on her Instagram handle. Xavier has previously been working mornings with Michelle Anderson, while Katie was part of the Triple M Rush Hour team alongside Andrew Embley, which is set to conclude at the end of the year. Xavier enthusiastically stated, “I’m thrilled to team up with my good mate, Katie. We love laughing together, and we can’t wait to bring that fun to our listeners. And just a heads-up—I’ll be keeping an eye on her Monday ‘sick days’!”, according to Radio Today. Katie shared her excitement about the transition to breakfast radio: “Aside from the early 4 AM wake-up, I can’t wait! We’re both in our 30s and enjoy a good time, so it feels like a perfect match. I’m grateful for this opportunity and ready to hit the ground running in 2025.” The new breakfast show, Triple M Breakfast with Xav &

Brisbane radio station Nova 106.9 is preparing for a major change in its breakfast lineup. Susie O’Neill has announced her departure after over a decade of co-hosting the popular morning show alongside Ash and Luttsy, according to her post on the show’s Instagram handle. The emotional announcement came during the show at 8:20 AM Brisbane time, where Susie shared the heartfelt reasoning behind her decision. In her statement, Susie reflected on how her journey into radio coincided with a pivotal moment in her life. She expressed deep gratitude for Ash and Luttsy, describing them as brothers who welcomed her into their world and have been her steadfast supporters throughout her career. “It’s been an incredible bond,” she said, emphasising how difficult this decision was. Turning 50 last year, Susie articulated a desire to embrace a new chapter, both personally and professionally. She plans to reconnect with grassroots sports and become more involved in the wider community. �

NDTV is set to launch its global news channel, NDTV World, at the upcoming NDTV World Summit 2024, scheduled for October 21 and 22, BestMediaInfo reported. The new channel,  carrying the tagline “Seeing the World from Where India Stands,” will provide an Indian and Asian perspective on international affairs.  According to an official promo put out by NDTV on microblogging platform X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will deliver the keynote address at the summit, unveiling his vision for "The India Century." The event will feature discussions on global issues, innovation, and sustainability, drawing leaders from politics and business to collaborate on solutions to pressing challenges. NDTV World will be accessible across DTH, digital cable, IPTV, and OTT platforms, debuting in India, the US, UK, Canada, and UAE. "NDTV World aims to bring an Asian and Indian perspective to international markets," the broadcaster said, positioning the channel as a key player in shaping global narrati

Prasar Bharati has announced amendments to the Graduate Media Internship Policy 2020.  The pubcaster has amended Clause 3(a), Clause 4, Clause 9(c) and Clause 9(I) of the policy.  According to the partial modification of the policy, the total annual intake of media interns in a particular year will not exceed 250, which used to be 50 per year previously.  Directorate and vertical amendments include 70 intakes in DD News in a year, which was 20 earlier. Doordarshan (non-news) intake has been increased to 75 from 10, Akashvani (non-news) to 20, NSD Akashvani to 50, Prasar Bharati News Service and Digital Platforms intake to 25 from 10, and Prasar Bharati Secretariat to 10 intakes.   According to the latest modification, “Graduation in any subject from a recognized university, with a Post Graduate Diploma in Radio and TV Journalism/Journalism/Mass Communication from Government accredited institutions/Universities offering Mass Communication courses”.  Earlier, only candidat

National Conference (NC) vice-president Omar Abdullah was on Wednesday sworn in as Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and Surinder Kumar Choudhary, from the Jammu region who had shifted to NC from BJP, as Deputy Chief Minister during a ceremony presided over by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in Srinagar. Abdullah was accompanied by five legislators, three from the Jammu region and two from the Kashmir Valley, to the dais to take oath as Ministers. Peerzada Aashiq for The Hindu quoted Abdullah stating that the Council of Ministers was “meant to convey a message” to the Jammu region, where the BJP won 29 out of 43 seats. “I fulfilled the promise of giving representation to all the regions equally. We made Deputy Chief Minister from Jammu so that they will feel they are equally part of the government. Three more ministries will be filled soon. We will endeavour to walk together,” Abdullah said. However, none of the 29 BJP legislators attended the swearing-in function in Srin

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has launched a media partnership with New Caledonian public broadcasters NC La 1ère and Caledonia TV, as reported in an official ABC media release.  This collaboration was formalised through two Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), aiming to foster cross-cultural exchange and enhance cooperation between the regions' public service media. The agreements, facilitated by ABC's international division, enable content sharing and future projects. ABC's regional news program, The Pacific, will now air weekly on NC La 1ère. The partnership also allows for exchanging digital news and video footage, creating opportunities for co-productions and joint media events. The signing of the MOUs was celebrated at a reception hosted by Australia’s Consul-General in New Caledonia, Ms Annelise Young, with senior figures from both New Caledonian broadcasters in attendance.  Claire M. Gorman, head of ABC International, highlighted the partnership as a k

  This year’s PAX Aus game convention had its ups and downs for former Kotaku Australia editor, David Smith, who for the first time attended the event as a “punter” rather than journalist.  “My experience from this particular PAX Aus was a very interesting one. I spent most of my weekend being pulled up by people who were at the convention, journalists, readers, punters, people who recognise me. It was really lovely,” said Smith. “On the other end of the spectrum, boy, I don't know if I've seen the media room feel like quite as glum a place as it did this weekend. There were an awful lot of people that just felt like there was a ticking clock on a lot of their jobs.” The three day game convention held at Melbourne’s Convention and Exhibition Centre had a wide range of attractions, including panel discussions, booths and tabletop events. Smith highlighted Valve's Friday announcement of the introduction of the Steam Deck to the Australian market as a big moment f