Commercial Radio and Audio (CRA) have sent an email to members this morning advising that the Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs) have been permanently cancelled.

The 2025 event was postponed initially to 2026 with the CRA now saying the money for the ceremony would be better utilised elsewhere.

The CEO of CRA Lizzie Young, said:

“Our focus on long term sustainability across the industry needs to be our number one priority. After careful consideration in consultation with our Board and Members, we’re directing our resources into initiatives like Sound Start, CRA Audio ID and HEARD, and regulatory matters such as Radio Prominence where we can have the greatest impact supporting our industry’s future.

“Individual networks continue to celebrate the amazing work being done across our industry through their own recognition programs. This decision was not taken lightly, but I firmly believe radio has a bright and exciting future in Australia, and this positions us to build that future.”