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Nine confirms Eddie McGuire’s Tuesday Footy Classified axed
The Monday edition would stay, as Nine makes changes to its AFL programming and pushes harder into digital sports.
By Natasha Lee – 3 hours ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- ABC cancels business show, reporter David Chau to exit
- Coles signs News Australia deal for community campaign
- 'He disappeared': Aussie journo goes viral saving man in sinking car
- AgenticAdvertising.org launches Australian chapter as News Australia tips AI agents for half of ad spend
- Coca-Cola retains WPP, appoints Omnicom in North America
- Carrie had a killer debut, and she's back for more in a second season.
- Trump must answer questions under oath in his lawsuit against the BBC
Latest Media
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ABC cancels business show, reporter David Chau to exit
Chau is expected to remain with the broadcaster in other content.
by Staff Writer – 5 hours ago
Carrie had a killer debut, and she's back for more in a second season.
Her story is far from finished. Carrie is returning for Season 2 on Prime.
by Staff Writer – 4 hours ago
'He disappeared': Aussie journo goes viral saving man in sinking car
"Initially I could see him, but he disappeared from my sight within seconds so I made the call to jump in."
by Nama Winston – 9 hours ago
‘I can’t do a film anymore’: Acting legend Judi Dench’s sad health update
The Oscar-winning actress says declining eyesight has left her unable to perform on stage, appear in films or read books
by Natasha Lee – 8 hours ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
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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 – 3 hours ago
Here's what agency leaders thought of the Seven Media Group Upfronts
A name, shared talent and simpler buying: agency leaders assess the combined group's pitch and what it means for brands.
by Staff Writer – 10 hours ago
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Daft Punk gets the LEGO treatment
A father-and-son lockdown project will become an official set as the music duo joins LEGO for products, films and events.
by Staff Writer – 10 hours ago
Archie Rose and Chris Hemsworth unveil new look whisky range ahead of US launch
Chris Hemsworth: "It’s Australian distilling at its absolute peak."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 21, 2026
Industry Movers
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
Disney names Carol Choi Asia Pacific President as Luke Kang retires after 16 years
Carol Choi will take over as president of The Walt Disney Company’s Asia Pacific operations, following Luke Kang’s decision to retire after 16 years.
by Lauren McNamara – Oct 20, 2026
Uber Advertising names Angus Keene head of ANZ
Angus Keene: "Uber’s mobility and delivery platforms offers an authentic connection to real-world moments that is intrinsically unique to Uber."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 19, 2026
Quantcast appoints Matthew Chan as Head of Sales in Hong Kong
Matthew Chan: "I look forward to working with the team to build on Quantcast’s momentum, strengthen our agency partnerships, and unlock new opportunities for growth."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 19, 2026
AI & Tech
Australia to sue Meta over child safety concerns
"We are aware of this claim and we will defend ourselves vigorously."
by Nama Winston – 8 hours ago
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 – 3 hours ago
AgenticAdvertising.org launches Australian chapter as News Australia tips AI agents for half of ad spend
Founding member Paul Oyama says the new chapter will give local publishers a voice as AI agents start transacting media.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 21, 2026
OpenAI says fake journalists planted Iran war op-eds
Seven writers filed roughly 100 articles across about a dozen outlets. None of them exists.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 19, 2026
Newsfeed
Nine confirms Eddie McGuire’s Tuesday Footy Classified axed
The Monday edition would stay, as Nine makes changes to its AFL programming and pushes harder into digital sports.
by Natasha Lee – 3 hours ago
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 – 3 hours ago
Carrie had a killer debut, and she's back for more in a second season.
Her story is far from finished. Carrie is returning for Season 2 on Prime.
by Staff Writer – 4 hours ago
Coles signs News Australia deal for community campaign
A year-round commercial program will put charity partners, local producers and community sport across major news titles.
by Natasha Lee – 4 hours ago
ABC cancels business show, reporter David Chau to exit
Chau is expected to remain with the broadcaster in other content.
by Staff Writer – 5 hours ago
Sharnelle Vella departs 774 ABC Melbourne
"It’s been a special chapter, and I’ll always be grateful for it.”
by Staff Writer – 8 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 – 8 hours ago
‘I can’t do a film anymore’: Acting legend Judi Dench’s sad health update
The Oscar-winning actress says declining eyesight has left her unable to perform on stage, appear in films or read books
by Natasha Lee – 8 hours ago
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