I’d happily trade it in for Early AM (or AM/PM itself).
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the problem with AM / TWT / PM is that they are not news bulletins. they are current affairs shows. not everyone wants almost 5 mins on a cop being found guilty of tasring a 96-year-old resulting in her death (as was on last night’s PM)
the 7:45 Bulletin was a fantastic way to get the overnight happenings. It was meaty, covered alot and gave stories the time they needed.
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I meant the other way around, get the 7:45 back and remove those shows (or shift them to NewsRadio/RN).
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Well, cutting PM back to 30 minutes was another poor decision. Again, that 10-minute news bulletin at 6pm followed by 50 minutes of PM was just at the right time for the last leg of the the evening commute or whilst chopping the veggies for dinner. Now we have to wait until 6:30pm to get anything and I honestly find the talk back that 3LO puts on after 6pm a bit lightweight.
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The 7:45 am news would get you up to date with most of the news for the day; it was detailed and varied enough to give you a good news briefing. That seems to have been lost in the current format. I know that in Brisbane it has turned into a talk back show that often gets stuck on one subject the producer has found for much of the show. I’d much rather a selection of local experts or even from around the network calling in with briefings on the day’s headlines.
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This is my biggest complaint about ABC Local Radio. One topic can often be dragged out seemingly endlessly. Nine Radio talkback stations don’t seem to have the same problem.
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That’s because they’re obsessed and possessed.
Always remember @anthonyeden, it’s THEIR abc, NOT yours.
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(The axing of Simon Marnie) comes after ABC’s director of audio Ben Latimer defended the changes to its broadcasting lineup, writing in an all-staff email this week that “the roster of presenters across our networks have been carefully thought through and discussed with relevant managers”.
“It’s clear that we are navigating a period of significant transition, driven by rapidly evolving audience expectations. Every radio market, both here and globally, operates in a hyper-competitive environment, and we have a responsibility to adapt – embracing creative renewal to ensure our programming remains relevant and resonant,” the note read.
“Our decisions reflect the need to revitalise our programming and bring a renewed mix of voices and perspectives. By striking a thoughtful balance between well-known and refreshed talent, we aim to build deeper connections with our loyal listeners while extending our reach to engage new audiences.
“I would urge you not to focus on individual changes in programming and look instead to the broader plan to grow audiences and the contribution you will make as talented and respected broadcast professionals.”
Williams couldn’t hide his irritation when asked about the broadcaster’s ongoing dispute with Antoinette Lattouf.
“We have been impeccably silent about the matter, unlike Ms Lattouf and her representatives who seem to have been devoted to sharing on a regular basis with the media on that matter,” he said, adding that she had not in fact been sacked because she only had a five-day contract.
By the sounds of it they have been flooded with angry texts all week. Two days in a row I heard Tim Webster acknowledge them and the second day encouraged listers to make a complaint either online or via phone.
In related news, Richard Glover revealed that was his idea to have Chris Bath replace him this afternoon.
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Chris Bath, a former TV news presenter and Radio Sydney Evenings host, will present Radio Sydney’s Drive program next year.
Looks like someone still hasn’t got the memo that Chris Bath will still be on TV next year
ABC farewells Simon Marnie
ABC Radio Sydney Weekend Mornings presenter Simon Marnie has announced he will finish with the ABC at the end of the year.
Simon started his career at 2UW in the 1980s where his love of radio really took hold.
In 1993 he joined the ABC in his first on air role as a presenter on triple j. He spent 10 years with the youth network but says, “it’s like being at Woodstock: if you can remember it, you probably weren’t there”.
Simon has also worked in Television conceiving and producing the SBS music show, nomad and reported on TVTV on the ABC.
Simon returned to ABC Radio in 1996, this time to ABC Radio Sydney where he has remained since.
Simon broke the news of the September 11 attacks to local radio across the nation and continued to broadcast for 15 hours across that night
He presented various programs on 702 ABC Radio Sydney including NightLife before landing his much-loved Weekend Mornings slot in 2000.
Since then, Simon has spent his weekends connecting city and country by sharing stories and broadcasting from communities across metropolitan and regional areas.
His programs enticed audiences with discussions about food, culture and the diversity of Sydney and NSW life and he has been recognised by some of the state’s leading chefs as a great supporter of Australian food and hospitality.
Simon continued to broadcast throughout COVID, setting up a studio in his sunroom throughout the peak of the pandemic.
Simon says, “Sydney weekends are about leisure, relaxing and fun and this city is one of the best in Australia - we cover as many events as possible to show the diversity of cultures, people and regions that make up the Greater Sydney Region.”
Simon has presented 100s of hours of Emergency Broadcasting for communities throughout NSW during floods, bushfires and other natural disasters.
He demonstrated his support for bushfire impacted communities from Bermagui to Nymboida by taking the program on the road for a series of live Road to Recovery broadcasts following the 2019/20 bushfire season.
Simon said: “While saddened to leave my colleagues and my treasured audience I am looking forward to the many opportunities that this opportunity will present. My parents had 2BL on every morning, it was such a rich part of my life and I’m eagerly awaiting the next stage. I will miss everyone very much”
ABC Director Audio Ben Latimer said “Our audience have loved easing into the weekends with Simon over the years and learning about what was happening in Sydney and beyond. I am sure many of our audience have discovered something new about where they live by listening to Simon on a Saturday or Sunday morning.
“I would like to thank Simon for his contribution to the program, and his dedication to bringing the audience the very best experiences from Sydney and across the state and his commitment to connecting with audiences in metro and regional areas.”
Simon is inviting audiences to join him one last time for the Weekend Show Christmas Picnic at Jazz @ The House at Government House in Sydney tomorrow, Sunday 1 December.
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According to Sunday Herald Sun’s Fiona Byrne, Sammy J set up a GoFundMe page on Thursday, called Help Sammy J pay rent for living in Kyle Sandilands’ head. In reality, Sammy is raising funds for charity Big Brothers Big Sisters, which he has been involved with for 20 years. He hoped to raise $1000 but by this morning just under $14,000 has been raised. The new target is $15,000.
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What a well written article…
The segment invites comedians to dissect the issues of the week. It kicked off in 1988 with Tommy Dean, James O’Loghlin and Gretel Colleen on the panel.
Fellow Radio Sydney presenter James Valentine paid tribute to Glover during a Q&A held after the Thank God It’s Friday segment.
Glover’s final TGIF + part of his chat with James Valentine following the show can be heard here:
I’m possibly going to embarrass myself but i don’t see the problem? Should it be 1998?
Yes, as well as misspelling Gretel Killeen’s name.