Super Radio Network Appoints New Content Director and Technology Manager
Super Radio Network has announced two key appointments, naming Mike Byrne as Network Content Director and Peter Schmidt as Group Technology Manager. These additions are intended to enhance the network's content delivery and technological infrastructure.
Mike Byrne Returns to Radio
Mike Byrne, who possesses three decades of experience in the radio industry, including a previous role as Content Director at WSFM, is rejoining the sector. He has been appointed Network Content Director for Super Radio Network. Byrne had briefly worked as a bus driver following his redundancy from the Australian Radio Network (ARN) late last year.
Byrne will be based in Newcastle, where his responsibilities will include overseeing local content and contributing to the network's broader strategy. Super Radio Network Chief Executive Rhys Holleran stated that Byrne's appointment strengthens the group's focus on local content, citing his proven track record and understanding of audience engagement.
Byrne's appointment strengthens the group's focus on local content, citing his proven track record and understanding of audience engagement.
Byrne expressed his satisfaction in returning to radio and his hometown.
Peter Schmidt Joins as Group Technology Manager
Peter Schmidt has been appointed Group Technology Manager, a role designed to expand the network's leadership in digital and operational systems. Holleran indicated that Schmidt's appointment underscores the company's commitment to technology across its operations.
Schmidt's appointment underscores the company's commitment to technology across its operations.
Schmidt also voiced his anticipation for contributing to the network's ongoing success.
Network Context
Super Radio Network operates 45 stations across New South Wales, Queensland, and the Northern Territory, positioning it as Australia's largest privately owned commercial radio group.
These recent appointments are part of an ongoing expansion of the senior leadership team, which follows Rhys Holleran's appointment as CEO in October 2025 and Joan Warner's appointment as Chair in August 2025. The integration of Byrne and Schmidt aims to reinforce both programming and operational capabilities across the network's regional footprint.