Alex 'Strawny' Strachan has stepped down from his role as the breakfast show host on Triple M Mid North Coast to prioritise his mental health, RadioInfo reported. His final day on the show was May 17. Strachan was a ratings leader in the April Xtra Insights survey of Port Macquarie and a strong advocate for charity and mental health discussions in the region. Strachan took over the breakfast show from his father, Mark Strachan OAM, at the beginning of 2023. In November, he announced a break, stating, 'Navigating long-term mental health challenges can be a demanding journey, and recently, it has taken a toll on my well-being. As the host of the 'Mental Health Matters' podcast, I recognise the importance of prioritising my own mental health. Therefore, I want to inform you that I’m taking an extended break from the Triple M Breakfast Show to focus on regaining control of my well-being. I'll be back soon,' he added. Triple M expressed their admiration and support for Strawny's decisi

Former K rock Geelong Breakfast host and Triple M Melbourne announcer Sarah Maree Cameron is set to return to the airwaves in Geelong and the Surf Coast this Monday afternoon. Cameron will take over the Drive slot, filling in for Jess Pantou, who is on her honeymoon in Europe. Speaking to Radio Today, Content Director and former co-host Tom Lewis expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "SMC was beloved in her time here at K rock and has stayed very involved with the market through her stand-up comedy shows, so we’re excited to get her back here and on air. She’s known both Tim and Jess for years, so the chemistry is already there. It’s going to be a blast." Listeners can tune in to "Tim and Jess with Sarah Maree" starting at 3 p.m. on Monday, May 20, on K rock 95.5 and online at krock.com.au.

Global sports retailer Decathlon has appointed CampaignLab as its Australian earned agency of record following a competitive pitch process, Mumbrella reported. CampaignLab will collaborate with Decathlon to highlight the role of sports in Australians' lives and bring the brand's new positioning to life through earned media, social, influencers, content, and events. Erin Eedy, campaigns and communications lead at Decathlon, said, there was a 'special chemistry' as soon as they met CampaignLab. 'We loved their passion and the way they look at everything from a creative lens to drive results.' “They’re the perfect partners to help with our growth plans in Australia with impactful comms that inspire our community,” Eddy added. Andy Scales, founder and director of CampaignLab, said Decathlon was on his 'dream client list.' "We love the brand and its focus on democratising sport. Our values really align. So we’re super excited to partner with them to expand on the new positioning

  The devastating impact that Google has had on independent publishers and creators is no secret. The community of independent creators have posted dozens of YouTube videos, blogs, and the like decrying the fact that their search traffic has been decimated after the most recent search updates. We learned this week that it will only get worse. Much worse. Learned is probably not the right word—we knew this was coming. AI-enhanced search was announced this time last year at Google I/O 2023 and I wrote a column on the topic back then; arguing how “AI Overviews” as Google describes them, could only lead to dramatically less traffic flowing through to sites. This week, Google announced that the feature would be rolled out immediately. US users are already seeing AI overviews on their search results, and it will be available to “over a billion” users by the end of 2024. When considered in conjunction with the impact we’ve already seen with Google updates, the situation

Republic World is hiring a Correspondent for its Assignment/Input Desk in Noida. The role involves coordinating with reporters on the ground and ensuring all inputs are incorporated into the channel in real-time on a 24/7 basis. The ideal candidate should have at least a decade of experience in a newsroom.  Interested candidates can apply through the company's LinkedIn page. 

Danielle Long has been appointed Editor of The Growth Agenda at The Australian, bringing over 20 years of experience in advertising, media, and marketing to her new role. Danielle Long is a seasoned writer/editor and communications specialist who has worked across Australia, China, and the UK. Her portfolio includes roles at AdNews, Campaign, The Drum, Mi3, New Media Age, and Mediaweek. She has also served as a freelance writer and consultant. Long's career highlights include stints as Group Managing Editor at Mediaweek Australia, Campaign360 Asia Curator at Haymarket Media Group, APAC Editor at The Drum, and Contributing Editor at Mi3Australia. Her diverse experience also includes roles in digital marketing consultancy and brand management. Danielle can be contacted via danielle.long@news.com.au.

Award-winning podcaster and radio host Aiden Grant is set to join Geelong’s 96three as Assistant Content Director and host of the afternoon Drive show. Grant brings a wealth of experience in both Christian and commercial radio across Australia, having worked at K rock in Geelong, Life FM Adelaide, SAFM, and Nova in Adelaide, Radio Today reported. His podcast, "Songs That Changed You," recently won a Radio Today award for 2023 Podcast of the Year in the Health and Wellness (Indie) category. Leroy Brown, Content Director at 96three heaped praise on Grant calling him a 'dynamic storyteller and engaging content creator.' “His diverse experience and passion for radio and podcasting make him the perfect fit for this role, where he will undoubtedly contribute significantly to 96three with both on-air product and on-demand content,” he added. 96three CEO David Day added, “Aiden’s appointment is a testament to our commitment to bringing the best in entertainment and informative c