Nova 106.9
| Company type | Commercial broadcaster |
|---|---|
| Industry | Radio broadcasting |
| Predecessor | Q-FM (later Star FM) |
| Founded | April 2004 |
| Founder | DMG Radio |
| Headquarters | Brisbane, Queensland , Australia |
Area served | Brisbane metropolitan area |
| Products | Contemporary hit radio |
| Owner | NOVA Entertainment |
| Website | www |
Nova 106.9 (call sign: 4BNE) is a commercial broadcaster based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, under the ownership of NOVA Entertainment. The Brisbane FM licence was purchased by DMG Radio for $80 million in April 2004, finalizing the establishment of its nationwide Nova network. The station’s broadcast studios are situated at 130 Commercial Road in Teneriffe.
History
Nova 106.9 commenced test broadcasts in August 2004 following DMG Radio's acquisition of the final commercial FM licence available in Brisbane that April. This frequency had previously been used by Ipswich's Q-FM (which later became Star FM). Early test content featured comedic segments with "Bevan - The Work Experience DJ," believed to be comedian Simon Kennedy, who continues to appear occasionally during special programming.
The station officially launched on 4 April 2005, debuting the breakfast program Meshel, Ash & Kip with Luttsy from a temporary studio in Teneriffe. By February 2006, Nova relocated to a dedicated permanent studio facility located on an upper floor.
In late 2006, Nova assumed sponsorship of the Brisbane Broncos from rival station B105, replacing B105’s branding on the team’s training apparel. By 2007, Nova had secured the role of official FM broadcaster for the Rugby League State of Origin series and established media partnerships with Brisbane Roar, Brisbane Lions, Queensland Bulls, as well as coverage for the 2008 Summer Olympics.
In December 2017, Greg Burns from Nova 96.9 was networked for Nova 106.9’s morning show, prompting Katie Mattin’s move to the afternoon slot and Tim Wong-See’s departure. Local hosting was reinstated in June 2018 when Mattin returned to mornings, replacing Burns.
Announcers
- Ash, Luttsy & Nikki, Weekdays 6am–9am
- Mel Tracina, Weekdays 9am–2pm
- The Chrissie Swan Show, Weekdays 2pm–4pm
- Ricki-Lee, Tim & Joel, Weekdays 4pm–6pm
- Ben, Liam & Belle, Weeknights 6pm–8pm
- Smallzy's Surgery, Weeknights 8pm–10pm
- Late Nights with Aaron Rich, Weeknights 10pm–12am
- Nova Nation, Saturdays 6pm–12am
- Jase & Lauren around Australia, Sundays 6am–10am
- The Maddy Rowe Aus Music Show, Sundays 6pm–7pm
- Confidential with J.Mo and Angie Kent, Sundays 7pm–8pm
- Nova Nation With Dave Kelly, Saturdays 8–9pm & 10–11:59pm
Studios
Operating from a refurbished woolstore building in Teneriffe, Nova 106.9 retains much of the original architectural features while incorporating an open-plan office layout. The premises house five studios dedicated to broadcasting and production alongside a newsroom. The master control room is strategically positioned overlooking the foyer and atrium to take advantage of abundant natural light.
The station utilises the Klotz Digital Vadis audio infrastructure to connect all studios and the master control room with the Mt Coot-tha transmission facility. It also employs the Maestro Digital Audio playout system consistent across Nova stations, facilitating smooth network synchronization and high-quality broadcasts.