About Take 40

Take 40 Australia® is the nation's first and longest running music countdown.

The Take 40 brand encompasses radio, online, television and new media. Using a combination of radio airplay, digital and retail sales the Take 40 chart is Australia's most trusted record of the week's biggest songs.

First hitting the airwaves in 1984, Take 40 Australia was hosted by radio legend Barry Bissell for around 20 years, until he passed the torch to Andrew G in 2004.

Now broadcast nationally each week to over 1.5 million listeners, Take 40 is the country's most listened to weekly music radio programme. With a focus on the biggest stars, Take 40 Australia is truly 'the home of the hits!'