Stars of Australian radio have raged at the “pathetic” move of a major industry axing.

On Thursday, Commercial Radio Australia (CRA) announced that the Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs) were getting the axe due to cost.

“Our focus on long term sustainability across the industry needs to be our number one priority,” Lizzie Young, chief executive at CRA, said in a statement.

“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

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