Southern Cross Austereo

Southern Cross Austereo

https://www.southerncrossaustereo.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/southern-cross-austereo/

Southern Cross Austereo is a publicly owned media company headquartered in Australia. Founded in 1980, it employs approximately 2040 individuals. The company specializes in broadcast media production and distribution, owning 96 stations across FM, AM, and DAB+ radio.

Revenue

Founded

1980

Headcount

2,035

Headquarters

Australia

Primary Segment

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Ownership

Publicly Owned

News Summary:

On February 3, 2026, Southern Cross Austereo's (SCA) LiSTNR platform launched KICBump, a parenting podcast from the KICPod team, as a standalone weekly show, marking an expansion for the KIC brand within the digital audio landscape. Previously, on January 29, SCA Embrace announced new two-year charity partnerships with Orange Sky and Diabetes Australia for 2026, continuing its corporate social responsibility program initiated in 2016. Earlier, on January 28, the podcast "Life Uncut," hosted by Brittany Hockley and Laura Byrne, joined LiSTNR, concurrently launching a new season. This followed SCA's unveiling of a new integrated brand campaign for LiSTNR on January 27, which commenced on January 28, to highlight the platform's content curation for diverse Australian listening tastes. Also on January 27, ARN Media Limited ceased to be a substantial shareholder in Southern Cross Media Group after an on-market sale of 7,196,974 ordinary shares for approximately A$4.8 million on January 22, 2026.

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Feb

11th

2026

03:17

NO TICKET? NO WORRIES! 2DAYFM LAUNCHES '2DAY SECRET SET' WITH SECRET MCDONALD'S RAVE, HEADLINED BY CYRIL

2DayFM has announced the launch of 2Day Secret Set: a new live music concept delivering surprise, intimate performances from Australia’s biggest artists in unexpected locations across Sydney. Led by 2Day’s Nath & Emma Breakfast Show, 2Day Secret Set ditches ticket drops, queues, and tour schedules, flipping the traditional gig on its head and bringing the music directly to listeners.

Feb

10th

2026

07:01

Management Changes

SCA appoints Head of Broadcast Content

SCA appoints Head of Broadcast Content – Audio SCA announced the appointment of Matthew O’Reilly as Head of Broadcast Content – Audio, following his successful six month interim tenure. Alongside O’Reilly’s appointment, SCA has confirmed key senior roles reflecting the company’s commitment to strengthen its content leadership team.

Feb

3rd

2026

06:14

A NEW ARRIVAL: KICPOD’S NEXT CHAPTER BEGINS

LiSTNR today announced that KICBump, the parenting podcast from the team behind KICPod, has officially launched as a standalone weekly show, marking the next stage in the KIC brand’s evolution and expansion within Australia’s digital audio landscape.

Jan

29th

2026

02:15

SCA EMBRACE ANNOUNCES NEW CHARITY PARTNERSHIPS WITH ORANGE SKY AND DIABETES AUSTRALIA

Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) today announced a new two-year partnership with Orange Sky and Diabetes Australia as part of its flagship charity program, SCA Embrace in 2026. Since its launch in 2016, SCA Embrace has reflected SCA’s ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility, supporting charities that have a meaningful impact on the lives of Australians.

Jan

28th

2026

04:40

Partnerships and Alliances, Emerging Tech

A NEW CHAPTER FOR LIFE UNCUT AND LiSTNR

One of Australia’s most popular podcasts is levelling up. Life Uncut, the wildly honest, deeply relatable podcast hosted by best friends Brittany Hockley and Laura Byrne, has officially joined LiSTNR, taking their iconic show to a whole new level, with a brand new season launching on January 28.

Jan

27th

2026

02:49

LiSTNR Gives Aussie Ears a Voice in a Bold New Brand Campaign

SCA has unveiled an innovative new brand campaign for LiSTNR, Australia’s leading audio brand, launching on Wednesday, January 28. The fully integrated campaign, celebrates LiSTNR’s deep understanding of Australians’ diverse listening tastes, highlighting how LiSTNR creates and curates content locally for every mood, moment, and interest.

Jan

27th

2026

00:07

ARN Media Exits Substantial Holder Position in Southern Cross Media Group

Southern Cross Media Group Limited ( (AU:SXL) ) has issued an update. ARN Media Limited and its related entities have ceased to be substantial shareholders in Southern Cross Media Group after an on-market sale of 7,196,974 fully paid ordinary shares on 22 January 2026, for approximately A$4.8 million.

Jan

20th

2026

03:35

SCA CLAIM 36TH CONSECUTIVE NETWORK WIN IN PEOPLE 25

SCA CLAIM 36TH CONSECUTIVE NETWORK WIN IN PEOPLE 25-54 – THE AUDIENCE THAT MATTERS Southern Cross Austereo: #1 Network People 25-54 metro – 36 surveys in a row Triple M: #1 Network Men P25-54 –

Jan

15th

2026

02:15

SCA Launches into 2026 with a Proven Line

SCA Launches into 2026 with a Proven Line-Up and Continued Focus on Live and Local SCA is set for a huge 2026, with the Hit and Triple M networks maintaining a strong and stable lineup, showcasing the company’s strength, consistency, and unwavering commitment to live and local content.

Jan

9th

2026

01:16

Becoming a substantial holder for SXL - SGH Limited (ASX:SGH)

Form 603 Corporations Act 2001 Section 671B Notice of initial substantial holder To Company Name\/Scheme Southern Cross Media Group Limited ( SXL) ACN\/ARSN 116 024 536 1. Details of substantial holder (1) Name SGH Limited ( SGH ), Network Investment Holdings Pty Ltd ( Network Investment ) and SGH’s other subsidiaries as set out in Annexure A ( SGH Group ) ACN\/ARSN (if applicable) 142 003 469 The holder became a substantial holder on 07\/01\/2026 2.

Jan

7th

2026

02:46

SCA MAKES SENIOR CONTENT APPOINTMENTS TO B105’S STAV, ABBY & MATT BREAKFAST SHOW

SCA today announced the appointment of two senior content roles to B105’s Stav, Abby & Matt breakfast show, with Kirsten Ploog appointed as Executive Producer and Claire Bryant as Senior Producer. Ploog is an accomplished producer with senior experience across ARN, SCA, Nova Entertainment, and Network 10, bringing extensive expertise from some of Australia’s most high-profile and fast-paced programs.

Jan

6th

2026

18:30

Southern Cross Media Completes Acquisition of Seven West Media

Southern Cross Media Group Limited (ASX:SXL) has successfully implemented the Scheme of Arrangement to acquire all issued shares in Seven West Media Limited (Seven). Southern Cross now holds all shares in Seven. Southern Cross Media Group merged with Seven West Media in January 2026 to create one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence across broadcast television, audio, publishing and digital.

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