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Is the ABC ok? Hugh Marks apologises, investigations head resigns
It's certainly been a week for the public broadcaster.
By Nama Winston – 3 hours ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- Meta fined $807m in massive social media child safety ruling
- Foxtel Media lands five heavyweight sponsors for AFLW 2026
- Hunt for the Wilderpeople turns 10
- 'Mortified': Mum falls asleep live on air - while reading the news
- MySpace is making another comeback, this time without algorithms
- IMAX Sydney releases 30,000 more tickets for The Odyssey
- HoMie launches AFL-inspired fashion range with Town Square campaign
Latest Media
'Mortified': Mum falls asleep live on air - while reading the news
Of course, the 'usual suspects' are to blame.
by Nama Winston – 4 hours ago
Hunt for the Wilderpeople turns 10
'Do you want some sausages, bruh?' is still a weekly question in our house.
by Nama Winston – 5 hours ago
MySpace is making another comeback, this time without algorithms
The social media pioneer is plotting another comeback, this time promising music, creators and no algorithms. Again.
by Natasha Lee – 5 hours ago
Meta fined $807m in massive social media child safety ruling
In addition, the company was ordered to eliminate "like" counts for users under 18.
by Nama Winston – 36 minutes ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
WPP’s Australian slide sharpens Cindy Rose’s turnaround test
Australia fell 4.7 per cent as WPP cut costs, shed staff and pushed ahead with its Elevate28 reset.
by Staff Writer – 4 hours ago
HoMie launches AFL-inspired fashion range with Town Square campaign
Profits will support young people affected by homelessness and hardship.
by Staff Writer – 4 hours ago
RyanCap CEO Simon Ryan on why the best leaders never stop learning
RyanCap founder Simon Ryan explains why judgment, curiosity and trust will matter more as AI reshapes leadership.
by Natasha Lee – 6 hours ago
Marketers risk misreading Australians, TRA warns
TRA’s Aussie Minds framework identifies six consumer mindsets shaping trust, media habits and brand decisions.
by Tom Gosby – Aug 5, 2026
Industry Movers
Adrian Goss appointed General Counsel at Southern Cross Media Group
Goss will lead the company's legal strategy, corporate governance, enterprise risk and commercial legal operations.
by Natasha Lee – Aug 5, 2026
Are Media launches dedicated beauty division with senior editorial appointments
The brand has appointed former MECCA and Myer executive Tara Lamont-Djite to lead it.
by Staff Writer – Aug 5, 2026
GumGum promotes Tarlyn McStay while she's on maternity leave
It's a newly created agency leadership role the company hopes will drive growth and product adoption nationwide.
by Staff Writer – Aug 5, 2026
Screen Producers Australia appoints Chris Keely as COO
Keely joins the industry body to lead operations, finance, people and organisational performance.
by Staff Writer – Aug 5, 2026
AI & Tech
'Eventually the AI will disappear': MC&V says AI is becoming just another production tool
Two years ago, 'AI artist' wasn't a job title in Australia. Now its founders say the term 'AI' is on the way out.
by Natasha Lee – Aug 5, 2026
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Farewell Romeo and Juliet. Is digital tech killing old-fashioned love?
Experts surveyed 664 users of dating apps and online porn to assess people’s views on love.
by Staff Writer – Aug 4, 2026
Snap turns the corner with record cash haul as AI, subscriptions and Specs fuel growth
Snap posts record free cash flow as revenue climbs 19%, with AI, subscriptions and Specs driving future growth ahead.
by Staff Writer – Aug 4, 2026
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Tech experts say the privacy 'horse has bolted’ with Kmart’s $89 smart glasses
Trevor Long says the privacy debate must extend beyond Kmart’s sold-out camera glasses to photography in public.
by Tom Gosby – Aug 4, 2026
Newsfeed
Meta fined $807m in massive social media child safety ruling
In addition, the company was ordered to eliminate "like" counts for users under 18.
by Nama Winston – 36 minutes ago
Is the ABC ok? Hugh Marks apologises, investigations head resigns
It's certainly been a week for the public broadcaster.
by Nama Winston – 3 hours ago
IMAX Sydney releases 30,000 more tickets for The Odyssey
After more than 160 sold-out IMAX Sydney sessions, Event Cinemas is releasing another 30,000 tickets across more than 100 new screenings
by Staff Writer – 3 hours ago
303 Mediahub nabs three from Carat in Perth hiring spree
The Perth agency has hired five staff after account wins, including three senior recruits from Carat.
by Tom Gosby – 3 hours ago
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