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Prime model: Influencer Ruby Tuesday Matthews casts AI Albo in tax protest
As the influencer protests tax rates, the ATO warns creators that gifts received for content generally must be declared.
By Natasha Lee – 10 hours ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- Fox Netball to conclude coverage of netball following the Constellation Cup
- Orphan challenges marketers to out-think, not out-spend
- WPP Production names Felix Ettelson creative craft head
- 'They broke me': BBC pays Oscar-winning producer $762,000 over antisemitism claims
- Prime model: Influencer Ruby Tuesday Matthews casts AI Albo in tax protest
- Instagram’s Features test targets YouTube’s podcast audience
- Anthropic admits 'catastrophic risk' of AI's impact ahead of its share listing
Latest Media
Billionaire Leonard Blavatnik to bankroll Dazn for 12 more months
Ukrainian-born Blavatnik has an estimated worth of $50 billion.
by Nama Winston – 9 hours ago
Prime model: Influencer Ruby Tuesday Matthews casts AI Albo in tax protest
As the influencer protests tax rates, the ATO warns creators that gifts received for content generally must be declared.
by Natasha Lee – 10 hours ago
'They broke me': BBC pays Oscar-winning producer $762,000 over antisemitism claims
Lucie Kon says she was told Zionists like her were “evil” – yet a BBC review did not uphold her antisemitism complaints.
by Natasha Lee – 10 hours ago
Big Brother’s producers can spot a faker a mile off, and that’s the whole game
Endemol Shine and Paramount on why casting – not twists – keeps Big Brother the best social experiment on Australian TV.
by Natasha Lee – 12 hours ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
Boost Mobile signs Love Island Australia sponsorship
Villa phones, a five-part social series and reactive outdoor ads put Boost inside Nine’s dating show and beyond the set.
by Staff Writer – 9 hours ago
Greater Bank launches ‘Do Big Things’ via It’s Friday
Talking household objects front a home loan campaign rolling out across broadcast, outdoor, audio and digital platforms.
by Staff Writer – 9 hours ago
MOVE should make planners and buyers more curious, not more comfortable
oOh!media’s Bel Harper on how Pepe Saya’s regional NSW billboard launch grew from 18 to 25 sites when data asked why not.
by Bel Harper – 10 hours ago
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BIG W reveals next phase of ‘How good’s Christmas?’ campaign celebrating real mums
Real mums handed the mic as BIG W celebrates the moment they can take that well-earned exhale.
by Staff Writer – Oct 26, 2026
Industry Movers
WPP Production names Felix Ettelson creative craft head
The former Thinkerbell creative director will oversee Australian output and expand generative AI production for the team
by Staff Writer – 8 hours ago
Droga5 ANZ co-chief creative officer Barbara Humphries set to leave
It is unknown what her next venture will be.
by Staff Writer – 8 hours ago
Australia Post CEO Paul Graham to retire
The postal operator has begun its search for a successor as it pursues reforms across its parcels and letters businesses.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 25, 2026
PHD names Ali Jones Sydney managing director
Pia Coyle takes on a national investment role as PHD reshapes its leadership following ANZ retention and Officeworks win.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 21, 2026
AI & Tech
Instagram’s Features test targets YouTube’s podcast audience
Selected US creators can now post shows of up to 90 minutes, with Reels linking viewers directly to the full-length cut.
by Natasha Lee – 9 hours ago
Anthropic admits 'catastrophic risk' of AI's impact ahead of its share listing
"In general, we will aim to be bold but sane, and to win trust with a track record of successful bets."
by Nama Winston – 9 hours ago
Australia to sue Meta over child safety concerns
"We are aware of this claim and we will defend ourselves vigorously."
by Nama Winston – Oct 22, 2026
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Only 1 in 5 young Aussies say using their mobile to call is their main use
The findings also help explain the growing appeal of foldable smartphones.
by Staff Writer – Oct 23, 2026
Newsfeed
Orphan challenges marketers to out-think, not out-spend
“Our five tools work for any brand, big or small, who can’t afford the luxury of average."
by Staff Writer – 4 hours ago
Fox Netball to conclude coverage of netball following the Constellation Cup
“Wednesday night will mark the end of an incredibly important chapter for Netball Australia"
by Staff Writer – 6 hours ago
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AACTA chair Jack Christian steps down as board makes offer to George Miller
The board has made an offer to Dr George Miller, settled on a new general manager, and flagged a broadcast deal to 2030.
by Natasha Lee – 8 hours ago
WPP Production names Felix Ettelson creative craft head
The former Thinkerbell creative director will oversee Australian output and expand generative AI production for the team
by Staff Writer – 8 hours ago
Droga5 ANZ co-chief creative officer Barbara Humphries set to leave
It is unknown what her next venture will be.
by Staff Writer – 8 hours ago
Iconic Aussie clothing brand closes - by choice
"It’s the hardest decision I have ever had to make."
by Nama Winston – 8 hours ago
Boost Mobile signs Love Island Australia sponsorship
Villa phones, a five-part social series and reactive outdoor ads put Boost inside Nine’s dating show and beyond the set.
by Staff Writer – 9 hours ago
Instagram’s Features test targets YouTube’s podcast audience
Selected US creators can now post shows of up to 90 minutes, with Reels linking viewers directly to the full-length cut.
by Natasha Lee – 9 hours ago
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