Nova: make it local
Posted March 12th, 2010 by debritz
The Courier-Mail is predicting this morning that Nova 106.9 will look outside Brisbane to find a replacement for Ash Bradnam, who has officially parted ways with the former No.1 station. I reckon that would be a big mistake. There is plenty of talent in this city, and now's the time for Nova to make a fresh start by grooming a local rather than trying to parachute in a "star" from elsewhere - especially since anchor Tim Blackwell has been in town for less than a year. I'd suggest the powers that be spend a bit of time listening to other radio stations (commercial, community and the ABC), visiting comedy clubs and scouring the net.
PS: On 612ABC, Spencer Howson and I spoke about Lara Bingle, Doctor Who and stealing stationery. The audio has been posted here.
There is plenty of talent... that Nine have released in the last few months.
I hope if Drew Jarvis, is watching these movements, as I hope he can aim and get this gig, to prevent someone of his talent stature being lost to Queensland, forever.
Brett, I took the comments about 'no talent kicking around Brisbane' came from Nova and have to say I was disappointed. You're right they need to open their eyes, be brave and look for local talent ... it's there.
I'd love to hear Diane Butler on radio I love her column and on the Today show.
How about a debritz/butler duo?