96three Geelong announcers Leroy Brown and Aiden Grant are both departing the Geelong-based Christian community station following a recent restructure. Brown was 96three’s Breakfast host and Content Director. Grant was the station’s Assistant Content Director and Drive announcer.

In a statement issued to Radio Today, 96three CEO Kathy Campbell said “96ThreeFM has recently commenced a strategic restructure in response to a significant decline in fundraising revenue over the last two financial years. After a second consecutive year of reduced income, the organisation has taken necessary steps to reduce costs and ensure long-term financial sustainability.”

“As part of this process, changes have been made across both the administrative and staffing budgets.”

“To maintain on-air operations, current staff were all offered the opportunity to apply for revised roles, some with reduced hours. While some have embraced these changes, others have made the decision to pursue alternative opportunities.”

“We are deeply grateful for the dedication and service of all our team members who have helped share the hope of Christ across our region and we remain committed to delivering uplifting, Christ-centred content to our listeners.”

Leroy told Radio Today: “After two years of hard work with this incredible team, I genuinely felt like we had just gotten going, which makes it all the more disappointing to have to put down the button now.

He says with new management, some of his responsibilities were restructured and his role became more limited.

“While it’s difficult to step away, I’m incredibly proud of what we accomplished at 96three.”It was a family affair, with my wife and kids often joining me for segments on air each day, so we are all feeling it.”