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BY Sarah Patterson June 25, 2026
What's New October 16, 2025
i98FM still on top in Xtra Insights Survey 1 for Wollongong
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i98FM's Christian and Bella. Image supplied
The latest Xtra Insights Survey for Wollongong sees i98FM still the station most listened to among all people 10+ (-3.2% to 25.6), ahead of Wave FM (-0.3% to 21.5)
i98FM’s Christian and Bella remain the #1 Breakfast team, despite dropping 6.3% to 24.6. Holding down second spot in this timeslot are Wave FM’s Lyndal and Crammy, who achieved the station’s highest ever Breakfast result – up 0.8% to 22.9.
Deano recorded Wave FM’s highest ever result ever in Afternoons with 23.5%, a gain of 1.6%
Head of WIN Radio Gen Gordon said of the i98FM team “Today’s impressive results are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team not just for this period, but all year round. Our listeners are our key focus, and we really put the Illawarra community both (on and off-air) at the forefront of everything that we do. Giving back is a key value of ours and in turn, the Illawarra continues to make us their undisputed choice.”
i98FM Station Manager Tia Davis added “Our whole team pours their hearts into making radio that reflects the lives, energy, and stories of this
community. To have our listeners affirm that passion with such tremendous support is humbling for all of us and continues to fuel our commitment to delivering the best local radio possible, all day, every day.”
Wave FM General Manager Gavin Flanagan said “This is an outstanding result for an incredibly creative and hardworking team. The content and promotions coming out of Wave FM this year have been world-class, and this achievement is a true testament to all that dedication and effort. I want to thank the entire Wave FM team for their fantastic contributions this year.”
Content Director Amy Collett said “I’m absolutely thrilled with today’s results. It’s amazing to see the teams hard work has paid off. Lyndal and Crammy now have the most listeners in the Illawarra and I’m very happy that their unique and engaging content has resonated.”
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BY RadioToday Network June 25, 2026
I totally appreciate the need to celebrate, but there is significant declines across key demos that if not fixed will become entrenched the 10 – 17 number for i98 is a shocker.
It would be great to hear from the GMs what their plans are to turn that around.
Oof! Lyndel and crammy closing the gap!! They probably have some insight since it their former station they going up against! It probably helps to bring some of their old listeners over to them!
Havnt listened to I98 since the days of Marty ,Josh and Bianca back in the day.
Now listen to community radio
It’s awesome to see how well Wave is going. It’s got a great team and is loved in the community!