The NOVOS
Monday to Friday: 5am – 9am
Wake up with The NOVOS – Ari and Krivo on NEWFM!
Bringing you everything Newcastle, from the latest news, traffic, and weather updates to the hottest gossip and incredible prizes for the whole family.
The NOVOS love connecting with Novocastrians and sharing their passion for the city.
Ari grew up in Newcastle before doing the media rounds with WIN Network and Channel 7 before returning home while Krivo grew up on the Central Coast and now calls Newcastle home .. he even has a shop on Clyde Street .. you guessed it called “KRIVOS”.
They are on-air weekdays first at 5am so kickstart your day with fun, energy, and all the info you need!
Mark Pittman
Monday to Friday: 10:30am - 3pm
Mark is a radio, comedy and music nut! When he’s not on air he’s either playing drums or performing stand up comedy.
Also a massive sports fan, you can find Mark surfing year round and also snowboarding when he gets the chance as well.
A proud Father of 3, Mark enjoys spending time with his family at the beach or skate park and watching kid’s movies with popcorn every weekend.
Catch Mark weekdays while you work from 10:30am.
Joel Gosper
Monday to Friday: 3pm - 7pm
NEWFM’s 100% Live and Local Drive Home offers a perfect blend of entertainment and information, providing a refreshing break for listeners on their way home after a tough day at work.
From interviews with local personalities to up-to-the-minute information on breaking news, traffic updates, weather forecasts and Newcastle’s Best Music; the live and local drive show is an essential part of the day for many listeners across the Newcastle & the Hunter region.
If there’s a hold up on the M1, major storm approaching or Mt Sugarloaf has run out of sugar you will hear about it on 105.3 NEWFM.
The last truly live, local and interactive Drive radio show that cannot be found anywhere else in Newcastle or the Hunter … Making this the only way to drive home!
Kyle & Jackie O
Monday to Friday: 7pm – 8:30pm
The Kyle & Jackie O Show is Australia’s biggest radio show.
On-air together for over 20 years, Kyle & Jackie O serve up the world’s biggest stars, celebrity goss with O News, epic stunts, huge giveaways and heartfelt givebacks.
Kyle & Jackie O’s Hour of Power can be heard from 7pm Monday to Thursday on Newcastle’s 105.3 NEWFM … oh and expect the unexpected.
Matty Morris
Monday to Thursday: 8:30pm - 11pm
Matty’s born and raised in Newcastle and been a part of the local media scene for around a decade.
He’s obsessed with everything tech, media and pop, and when away from the mic, you’ll find him either making coffee, or elbow deep in tech.
From the burbs of Wallsend, he enjoys a simple life with his partner, Sarah and the family dog Patch!
Catch Matty Monday to Thursday from around 8:30pm right after Kyle and Jackie O’s Hour of Power. He hosts Newcastle’s only live and 100% local radio show at night!
NEWFM's Homegrown with Rox
Monday to Thursday: 11pm - 12am & Sunday: 9pm - 11pm
ROX aka Paul Rothapfel is a Newcastle born self confessed cheeky bugger, husband of one and father of four (Claw’d, Sunny, Cookie and Millie) furry ruggies.
He’s a professional musician/performer who has been fortunate enough to travel the world for the past three decades residing in Spain, Chile, Peurto Rico, USA and the South Pacific performing on stage in theatres, cruise ships, pubs and bars across Australia, New Zealand, USA, South America, Mexico, Italy, France, Spain, Britain, Scandinavia, Germany, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Russia and private shows in London UK. His main instrument is piano/keys and voice.
Rox has supported Australian and international acts inclusive of Diesel, Daryl Braithwaite, Thirsty Merc, Gang Gajang, The Radiators, Ross Wilson, Lisa Hunt and Leo Sayer.
Catch Rox hosting NEWFM’s Homegrown weeknights from 11pm and Homegrown Unplugged from 9pm Sunday nights, joined live in studio by a local artist.
NEWFM'S PARTY MIX
Friday & Saturday: 7pm - 12am
Every weekend, NEWFM has you covered with Newcastle’s Original Party Mix!
Whether you’re hosting a party, chilling at home, or even getting through a late-night work grind, turn up the volume and let your hips swing!
Every Friday and Saturday from 7pm we load up the ultimate list of songs you love from being out at a pub and club to keep the energy flowing.
Jackson Brunner
Hollywood Reporter
Jackson is a born and bred Novocastrian. Throughout his school years, his teachers often said that he talked too much in class, and he promised them he would one day turn that into a career. He went on to study a Bachelor of Communication at the University of Newcastle, where he graduated in 2015 and went on to nab his dream job at NEWFM.
Outside of work Jackson continues to pursue his passions in photography and when at home in Newcastle you can find him most mornings snapping the sunrise on Merewether Beach.
Jackson filled a life long dream and moved to Los Angeles in August 2022 and with his wealth of knowledge of everything Kardashian and Real House Wives it was only natural he walked the red carpet for NEWFM!
Hear him with The NOVOS to get the latest direct from Hollywood!
JT
Born and Bred in Sydney and after spending time in regional NSW in Parkes & Tamworth JT has called the Hunter home for the past 6 years and loves all it has to offer.
When JT’s not on air he can be found spending time with his 5 kids, binge-watching Criminal Minds, Supporting the Mighty Parramatta Eels … or hiding out somewhere spooning a Jar of Nutella (Yes, we know it’s bad).
JT play’s Newcastle’s Best Music on The Weekend and occasionally filling in across the Workday.
Kelly Glover
Weekends
Kelly Glover is a native Novocastrian who has racked up 20 years in media.
She’s interviewed celebrities on the red carpet in Hollywood, worked as a tour guide across Europe, and went viral with her dating after weight loss article.
Kelly started at NEW FM in 2010 hosting the Love Song Dedication show and is happy to be back home.
When she’s not playing Newcastle’s Best Music, Kelly makes the most of our spectacular lifestyle and loves time at the beach and lake.
Mel Sargeant
Mel ‘Sarge’ Sargeant is a Mum of two little girls Summer and Lilly. She loves Newcastle and working at NEW FM. She’s been in radio for ten years working Australia wide but she loves Newcastle so much she chose to stop here. She also heads up NHM-I Got It From My Mumma Podcast with Bec Tansey and NHM Newcastle Hunter Mummas Mum’s lifestyle website.
She’s also well-known MC and supporter of charities The Cancer Council, SIDS and Kids, HAR and more.
You can catch Sarge playing Newcastle’s Best Music on NEWFM Weekends and special events!