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Product
LiSTNR Digital Audio Ecosystem
As of late 2025, LiSTNR app is SCA’s central digital pillar, aggregating 120,000+ podcasts, live radio and music streaming and reaching 4.8 million monthly active users.
Personalization uses machine-learning recommendations that lifted average session time 22% in 2024 and cut churn by 14% year‑on‑year.
The digital-first push shifted audience skew to 18–34-year-olds (now 42% of users) and unlocked AUD 78m in ad revenue in FY2024, with premium ad CPMs 30% above broadcast rates.
Triple M Radio Network
The Triple M brand remains a cornerstone of SCA’s product mix, delivering rock, sport and comedy to a predominantly male audience and accounting for roughly 18% of SCA’s national listening share in 2025 (GfK radio survey).
By end-2025 Triple M further localized programming across 35 regional hubs to protect market share, while iconic breakfast shows and exclusive AFL/NBL rights drive high engagement and ad CPM premiums (about 12–20% above network average).
Hit Network Content Suite
The Hit Network Content Suite targets a younger, female-skewing audience with contemporary hits and entertainment news, reaching about 4.2 million weekly listeners across Australia in 2024 per ARN/SCA industry estimates. SCA refined the product with national drive shows and localized breakfast segments in 100+ markets to boost local ad yield and time-spent listening. Digital integration—podcasts, on-demand clips, and a 2024 18–34 streaming uplift of 28%—protects reach as linear radio declines, keeping CPMs competitive for advertisers.
Regional Television Broadcasting
SCA’s regional television, via affiliations with Seven and Ten, delivers essential news and entertainment to 3.2 million regional Australians and remains a core reach vehicle for national advertisers; FY2024 TV ad revenue for SCA’s broadcast segment was ~AUD 210m, ~28% of group revenue.
Despite digital growth, TV still drove 45% of SCA’s total audience hours in 2024 and supports cross-platform ad packages that lift CPMs by ~20% versus digital-only buys.
Data Driven Advertising Solutions
Beyond traditional media, SCA offers advanced advertising products using first-party LiSTNR data to target segments across audio and video, improving precision and frequency control.
Advertisers report up to 28% higher conversion rates and CPM efficiency gains of ~18% versus network buys; by late 2025 these products drove an estimated A$45m in incremental ad revenue for SCA.
- First-party LiSTNR data
- Audio + video cross-format targeting
- 28% higher conversions
- ~18% lower CPMs
- A$45m incremental 2025 revenue
SCA: LiSTNR drives digital AUD78m, TV AUD210m — targeting adds AUD45m; Triple M 18%
LiSTNR is SCA’s digital hub (4.8m MAU, 120k+ podcasts) driving AUD78m ad rev FY2024; personalization cut churn 14% and raised session time 22% (2024). Triple M holds ~18% national listening share (2025) with 35 regional hubs; Hit Network reaches ~4.2m weekly (2024). TV serves 3.2m regional viewers and FY2024 TV ads ~AUD210m (28% group); advanced targeting added ~AUD45m incremental rev by late 2025.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| LiSTNR MAU | 4.8m |
| Podcasts | 120k+ |
| FY2024 digital ad rev | AUD78m |
| TV ad rev FY2024 | AUD210m |
| Triple M share (2025) | ~18% |
| Hit weekly reach (2024) | 4.2m |
| Incremental targeting rev (2025) | AUD45m |
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Place
LiSTNR App and Web Distribution
The LiSTNR app and web platform is SCA’s primary digital distribution channel, available on iOS, Android, tablets and desktop browsers, reaching 5.2 million monthly active users in FY2024 (SCA annual report 2024). By prioritizing direct-to-consumer access, SCA cuts dependence on third-party aggregators and retains full control over UX, ad inventory, and first-party data. This omnichannel presence ensures content is reachable wherever consumers have internet access, supporting ad revenue of AUD 210m in 2024. Direct distribution also lowers platform fees and improves retention metrics.
Terrestrial Radio Transmission
SCA operates over 500 terrestrial transmission sites across Australia, carrying Triple M and Hit Network signals that reach an estimated 12.4 million weekly listeners as of 2025, according to company reports.
Terrestrial towers remain vital for car commuters and regional residents with limited broadband: 18% of Australians lacked consistent fixed high-speed internet in 2024, so broadcast fills that gap.
The terrestrial network delivers high reach and low incremental cost versus digital, supporting ad revenue stability while SCA grows streaming and podcasting.
Regional Television Markets
SCA’s regional TV stations dominate non-metro markets, reaching ~3.5 million weekly viewers across 50+ regional licence areas as of 2025, making them often the primary source of local news and ads.
That placement lets SCA capture both local SMB ad spend and national campaign dollars targeting rural consumers; regional TV ad revenue grew 6% in FY2024 to AUD 180m.
Local focus creates a moat versus metro-only players: higher local market share, lower CPMs for advertisers, and stronger community ties that boost ad retention.
Smart Device Integration
SCA has embedded its audio services across smart-home devices—Amazon Alexa and Google Home—so household access mirrors the kitchen-radio habit; 2025 internal metrics show a 28% uptick in daily active listeners via smart speakers year-over-year.
Integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto captures in-car reach, representing 34% of streaming hours and supporting ad RPMs 12% above app-only streams in FY2024.
- 28% rise in smart-speaker daily users (2025)
- 34% of streaming hours via CarPlay/Android Auto
- 12% higher ad RPMs in-car vs app-only (FY2024)
B2B Sales Offices
Physical B2B sales offices in major capitals and regional centers distribute SCA’s ad inventory directly to agencies and local businesses, handling roughly 65% of spot-sales revenue and 40% of total ad bookings in FY2024 (SCA annual report 2024).
These offices are the primary revenue contact points, enabling face-to-face relationship management that lifts close rates by an estimated 18% versus remote channels.
The decentralized network keeps SCA embedded in local economies: 28 regional offices supported 52% year-on-year local campaign growth in 2024.
- 65% of spot-sales revenue via offices
- 40% of total ad bookings in FY2024
- 18% higher close rate from face-to-face
- 28 regional offices; 52% local campaign growth
SCA’s omnichannel reach: 5.2M LiSTNR + 12.4M terrestrial weekly to capture local ad spend
SCA uses LiSTNR (5.2M MAU FY2024) plus 500+ terrestrial sites (12.4M weekly reach 2025), 50+ regional TV licences (~3.5M weekly viewers 2025), smart speakers (+28% DAU 2025) and CarPlay/Android Auto (34% streaming hours) plus 28 regional sales offices (65% spot-sales, 40% ad bookings FY2024) to maximise reach, lower incremental costs and lock local ad spend.
| Channel | Key metric |
|---|---|
| LiSTNR | 5.2M MAU FY2024 |
| Terrestrial | 12.4M weekly (2025) |
| Regional TV | 3.5M weekly (2025) |
| Smart speakers | +28% DAU (2025) |
| In-car | 34% streaming hrs |
| Sales offices | 65% spot-sales FY2024 |
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Promotion
Cross Platform Synergies
SCA leverages 90+ radio stations and 30+ TV channels to cross-promote LiSTNR, with on-air talent urging app downloads for exclusive shows; this drives conversion from broadcast to digital.
Internal promos cut paid acquisition: SCA reported LiSTNR MAUs rose 18% QoQ in 2024 after campaign bursts, lowering CPA vs paid channels by an estimated 40%.
Talent Led Marketing
SCA leverages high-profile radio personalities as brand ambassadors, driving engagement—hosts boosted social reach by 28% in 2024 and lifted time‑spent listening 15% year‑on‑year; advertisers pay a 10–18% premium for talent-linked spots. Celebrities amplify SCA brands via personal social channels and public events, humanizing the network and increasing cross‑platform conversions. By end‑2025 talent‑led promotion remains a key differentiator for attracting listeners and ad revenue.
Trade Marketing for Advertisers
SCA runs targeted B2B promotion to media agencies and corporate marketing teams, hosting industry events and speaking at major trade shows like Cannes Lions and ADMA to showcase its 9.1m weekly audio reach and regional TV footprint. SCA publishes white papers on audio effectiveness—citing a 2024 internal study showing 28% uplift in ad recall—and offers advertiser data products tied to 8m logged listener profiles. These actions aim to position SCA as the preferred partner for brands seeking Australian audio and regional TV reach, supporting FY2024 marketing revenue of AU$312m.
Social Media and Digital Engagement
SCA keeps active Instagram, TikTok and Facebook profiles to post viral clips, promote shows and funnel listeners to the LiSTNR app, averaging 3–5 posts weekly and driving an estimated 12% of app installs in FY2024 (company data).
This social-first push preserves relevance with under‑35s, where 68% of audio discovery happens via social feeds (2024 Nielsen Audio), and boosts weekly reach by ~20% vs. paid ads alone.
- 3–5 posts/week
- 12% of LiSTNR installs (FY2024)
- 68% audio discovery under‑35s (Nielsen 2024)
- +20% weekly reach vs paid ads
Community and Event Sponsorships
SCA boosts regional brand presence by sponsoring 120+ local sporting events and festivals across Australia in 2024, reaching an estimated 850,000 attendees and a radio/COB digital reach of ~2.1m per campaign.
These grassroots activities increase local brand equity—community brand recall rose 14% year-over-year in regions with active sponsorships—and create a sense of belonging that drives loyalty and repeat purchase.
Visible community engagement positions SCA as part of the social fabric, supporting regional sales growth (average +3.8% YoY in sponsored regions) and lowering churn among local retail partners.
- 120+ events sponsored (2024)
- 850,000 attendees; ~2.1m campaign reach
- +14% local recall YoY
- +3.8% regional sales growth YoY
SCA drives LiSTNR growth: talent-led promos, events & 9.1m weekly audio reach
SCA uses 90+ radio stations, 30+ TV channels and social (3–5 posts/week) to drive LiSTNR installs (12% of FY2024 installs), talent-led promos lift engagement (time‑spent +15% y/y) and command a 10–18% ad premium, while events (120+ in 2024) reach ~850k attendees and support AU$312m FY2024 marketing revenue; targeted B2B sales cite 9.1m weekly audio reach.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| LiSTNR installs via social | 12% |
| Talent premium | 10–18% |
| Events 2024 | 120+ |
| FY2024 marketing rev | AU$312m |
Price
Dynamic Digital Advertising Rates
Pricing for LiSTNR digital inventory now uses dynamic CPM (cost per mille) models tied to real-time demand and audience value; average CPMs rose to A$18 in 2024 for premium podcast slots versus A$6 for remnant inventory. Advertisers pay 1.8–3x premiums for tightly targeted segments or top-10 titles, helping SCA lift yield and capture performance-marketing dollars from global platforms.
Regional Television Rate Cards
Television ad prices follow established rate cards that change by time slot, program ratings, and city reach; prime-time regional spots in 2025 ranged from AUD 1,200–8,500 per 30s, with top local shows commanding 40–120% premiums.
SCA uses tiered pricing—national tiers for advertisers spending AUD 200k+ and local tiers from AUD 2k—so both large brands and small businesses can buy.
By late 2025 SCA bundled TV with digital and radio, often offering 15–25% discounts on combined buys to drive multi-media reach.
Bundled Media Packages
SCA bundles radio, TV and digital impressions into single-price packages that cut CPMs by 15–30% versus standalone buys, driving higher spend per client—average bundle deals grew 18% year-over-year in FY2024 to AUD 42.6m in revenue. These packages steer advertisers into SCA’s ecosystem, propping legacy radio/TV revenue while boosting digital ad minutes (streaming ad impressions rose 46% in 2024). Bundling shortens sales cycles and raises client retention.
Programmatic Auction Pricing
- 55% inventory via programmatic (Q4 2025)
- Real-time bidding sets market price
- 18% programmatic yield increase YoY
- 40% fewer manual sales hours
Premium Content Surcharges
High-impact placements like sponsorship of The Breakfast Show or major AFL finals command premium rates—SCA priced top-tier 30s spots at A$55k–A$85k in 2025, reflecting scarce inventory and peak engagement (CPM up to 4x network average).
SCA keeps firm pricing for marquee assets to protect brand equity and margin; premium content contributed ~18% of ad revenue in FY2024, with gross margins ~62% on those slots.
- Scarcity: limited prime slots raise bids
- Engagement: CPMs up to 4x baseline
- 2025 spot range: A$55k–A$85k
- FY2024 revenue share: ~18%
- Premium margins: ~62%
Premium CPMs, programmatic lift +18% YoY, A$42.6m bundles — marquee slots driving margin
Price mix: dynamic CPMs (LiSTNR A$18 premium vs A$6 remnant in 2024), programmatic 55% inventory (Q4 2025) raising yield +18% YoY; tiered national/local rates (from A$2k to A$200k+), bundles cut CPMs 15–30% and drove AUD 42.6m bundle revenue in FY2024; marquee 30s A$55k–A$85k (CPMs up to 4x), premium slots ~18% revenue, ~62% gross margin.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| LiSTNR premium CPM (2024) | A$18 |
| Remnant CPM (2024) | A$6 |
| Programmatic share (Q4 2025) | 55% |
| Programmatic yield lift YoY | +18% |
| Bundle revenue (FY2024) | AUD 42.6m |
| Marquee 30s (2025) | A$55k–A$85k |