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ACMA Rules Triple M Breached Radio Code Over Sexist Matildas Remarks

The regulator deemed the segment demeaning to women's sport, with enforcement action now under consideration.

Overview

  • ACMA found four Southern Cross Austereo stations, including Triple M Sydney, in breach of decency provisions for airing the February segment.
  • The watchdog said the remarks were overtly sexist and conveyed contempt for women's sport, describing the tone as demeaning and sarcastic.
  • About 100 people lodged complaints with ACMA after audio of the broadcast circulated widely online.
  • SCA told the regulator the comments were not offensive by its audience standards, a position ACMA rejected in its findings.
  • Marty Sheargold and Triple M parted ways in February following the backlash, and he later issued a public apology.