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Meta removes Russell Brand’s Instagram after conviction
The decision follows his jail sentence, with Meta citing rules covering harmful conduct beyond its own social platforms.
By Natasha Lee – 55 minutes ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- ACMA rejects alcohol ad ban on commercial TV
- KIIS 1065 lookalike site hijacked by goat porn
- Footballer avoids eye contact with glam reporter; or is he just bored by the interview?
- 'Not really tourists': Tourism Tasmania campaign twists to target travelers
- Transport for NSW taps Droga5 ANZ for maritime safety push
- ARN Upfronts 2027: Agencies deliver their verdict
- Australian Women’s Weekly editor Sophie Tedmanson to leave Are Media
Latest Media
Meta removes Russell Brand’s Instagram after conviction
The decision follows his jail sentence, with Meta citing rules covering harmful conduct beyond its own social platforms.
by Natasha Lee – 55 minutes ago
ARN Upfronts 2027: Agencies deliver their verdict
Media buyers weigh ARN’s push into video, sport, data and travel, and what a new offering could mean for brands in 2027.
by Staff Writer – 2 hours ago
KIIS 1065 lookalike site hijacked by goat porn
You've got to be kidding...
by Natasha Lee – 2 hours ago
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Footballer avoids eye contact with glam reporter; or is he just bored by the interview?
"We have never seen anything like this."
by Nama Winston – 50 minutes ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
IGA gives ‘Can’t Believable Prices’ a Christmas twist
Special adds festive humour to the retailer’s value push, as shoppers weigh the costs of Christmas at their local store.
by Staff Writer – 23 hours ago
Amplify signs first AiMCO Awards and Summit naming deal
The creator agency will take naming rights, stage talent and a keynote slot as the industry event moves to a bigger venue.
by Staff Writer – Nov 10, 2026
McCain renews Big Brother deal as Friday Night Games returns
The snack brand is back in the house for a second year, with circus games, two rival teams, and a shiny trophy at stake.
by Staff Writer – Nov 9, 2026
Nova and BrandSpace put radio and retail media to work for BYD this Christmas
The campaign spans Nova FM, Westfield screens, and a live Fitzy, Wippa & Kate street party with up to $50,000 in prizes.
by Staff Writer – Nov 9, 2026
Industry Movers
Anna Hannaford named managing director of Forbes Australia
Founder Michael Lane moves to a non-executive role, as the Chief Operating Officer, since launch, takes over the business.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 10, 2026
News Corp Australia doubles down on AI with two hires
Two new directors will oversee how the publisher tests emerging tech and runs the platforms behind its digital products.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 10, 2026
Seven taps Weekend Sunrise EP Holly Fallon to lead LiSTNR news and factual
She will oversee The Briefing, Secrets We Keep, and Big Small Talk and report to Sam Cavanagh, starting 20 January 2027.
by Staff Writer – Nov 9, 2026
Tapt Media appoints Wade Kingsley as Head of Campaign Strategy
The media veteran shifts from consultant to full-timer, bringing his Nova, SCA, and Dentsu experience to the 2GB stable
by Natasha Lee – Nov 9, 2026
AI & Tech
Popular in-app game ad pulled over domestic abuse depiction
The Panel found a man’s treatment of a struggling mother amounted to domestic and psychological abuse under the ad code.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 10, 2026
Qantas outsources 850 roles to Accenture in AI overhaul
Most of the work will be delivered from India, with the first changes due by mid-2027 as the airline doubles down on AI.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 10, 2026
Adobe named Disney’s official AI innovation partner in multi-year deal
Disney is putting AI inside the castle, trained on its own IP, while ESPN digs into its archive. Here’s what Adobe gets.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 9, 2026
GTA didn’t build a game. It built a franchise. Most marketing plans don’t know the difference.
Snap’s Ryan Ferguson on what Rockstar’s GTA VI teaches brands about loyalty, reinvention and the real pull of Kai Cenat.
by Ryan Ferguson – Nov 9, 2026
Newsfeed
Footballer avoids eye contact with glam reporter; or is he just bored by the interview?
"We have never seen anything like this."
by Nama Winston – 50 minutes ago
Meta removes Russell Brand’s Instagram after conviction
The decision follows his jail sentence, with Meta citing rules covering harmful conduct beyond its own social platforms.
by Natasha Lee – 55 minutes ago
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French writer investigated over comments on Muslims
Michel Houellebecq faces a French probe over a 2022 magazine interview, following a complaint from a mosque union.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
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Transport for NSW taps Droga5 ANZ for maritime safety push
A kraken, a ghost ship and an elusive fish feature in three films urging NSW water users to make it safely back to shore.
by Staff Writer – 1 hour ago
ACMA rejects alcohol ad ban on commercial TV
Free TV says the numbers back broadcasters. Now it wants the same rules for the platforms where breaches actually occur.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
Accenture Song joins IAB Australia and takes seat on Executive Technology Council
Accenture Song is the latest company to join IAB Australia, to help grow sustainable and diverse investment in digital advertising.
by Staff Writer – 1 hour ago
'Not really tourists': Tourism Tasmania campaign twists to target travelers
Aussie icon Lee Lin Chin features as she explores the Apple Isle.
by Staff Writer – 2 hours ago
ARN Upfronts 2027: Agencies deliver their verdict
Media buyers weigh ARN’s push into video, sport, data and travel, and what a new offering could mean for brands in 2027.
by Staff Writer – 2 hours ago
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