Random Radio

[TV-Expert]

@RFBurns

I said here somewhere (wish I could find it) about 2-3 years ago, that SCA wouldn’t be as it was in 2-3 years time & wouldn’t exist in about 5 years time.

I believe it was this post below.

Ten (Southern Cross)

I know WIN aren’t particularly liked, but that’s the best thing that could’ve happened to Ten NNSW. SCA are in deep financial trouble, they’re currently selling off as much of their assets as possible to reduce the debt. I’ve said it before, & I still think SCA will tank in the next few years, & there’ll be fire sales all over the place. Also if SCA radio keeps doing what Em at 2DAYFM did recently, Nine Entertainment won’t be helping or bailing SCA out any further, it could also cause problem…

@RFBurns

I have no idea what will happen with the SCA TV network though, unless the Government says the Metro networks can buy the regional stations?

Since the 75% reach rule has been lifted two years ago, they can buy them. Same for the current rumour of Seven buying Prime.

But back on the topic, it’s amazing to see markets like Wollongong & the Sunshine Coast still maintaining local branding of its local commercial radio stations, whereas most other regional markets, particularly Newcastle, Central Coast & Gold Coast, have/are largely eradicated them, mainly due to SCA owning stations in those markets.

For the most part, commercial regional radio in Australia has become very bland these days as a result of the above.