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'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 – 30 minutes ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- Trump must answer questions under oath in his lawsuit against the BBC
- Albanese and Bluey creator lead Future Brisbane
- Daft Punk gets the LEGO treatment
- Here's what agency leaders thought of the Seven Media Group Upfronts
- news.com.au overtakes ABC News as Australia’s most-read news brand in September
- Seven’s 2027 power play: one group, every platform
- Lu & Jarch take Hit Drive as network bets on edge that won’t spook clients
Latest Media
news.com.au overtakes ABC News as Australia’s most-read news brand in September
Just 25,000 users separate the top two, while ticketing sites ride Bruno Mars, Dom Dolla and the NFL to a big September.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
Seven’s 2027 power play: one group, every platform
Shared talent, connected audience data and simpler ad buying sit at the heart of the newly named group's plans for 2027.
by Natasha Lee – 16 hours ago
Lu & Jarch take Hit Drive as network bets on edge that won’t spook clients
The duo get Hit’s 4 pm slot from January, while Michael Clarke pads up for 2DayFM Breakfast and the network chases edge.
by Natasha Lee – 16 hours ago
I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! hosts revealed
Ricki-Lee and Jim Jefferies are set to unleash camp chaos on a whole new cast of celebrities in 2027.
by Nama Winston – 16 hours ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
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 – 51 minutes 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 – 1 hour 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
Visit Victoria names Clemenger BBDO agency of record
Mike Napolitano: "We're looking forward to helping tell contemporary stories about the state that capture its energy, diversity and distinctiveness, and inspire more people to experience it for themselves."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 20, 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
Meta fined $35.5b for 'lies' to users about privacy
"The lies extend beyond Facebook's data practices to the heart of its core business practices".
by Nama Winston – Oct 21, 2026
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 – 23 hours ago
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
The Simpsons brings back Apu with a new voice
Sunil Malhotra takes over from Hank Azaria, while Janina Gavankar debuts as Manjula as family returns to speaking roles.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 19, 2026
Newsfeed
Trump must answer questions under oath in his lawsuit against the BBC
Trump has been ordered to provide answers in his defamation case by December 11.
by Nama Winston – 9 minutes ago
Albanese and Bluey creator lead Future Brisbane
The Courier-Mail brings political, business and cultural leaders together to discuss Brisbane’s next decade at an event.
by Staff Writer – 25 minutes 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 – 30 minutes 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 – 51 minutes ago
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 – 1 hour ago
news.com.au overtakes ABC News as Australia’s most-read news brand in September
Just 25,000 users separate the top two, while ticketing sites ride Bruno Mars, Dom Dolla and the NFL to a big September.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
Seven’s 2027 power play: one group, every platform
Shared talent, connected audience data and simpler ad buying sit at the heart of the newly named group's plans for 2027.
by Natasha Lee – 16 hours ago
Lu & Jarch take Hit Drive as network bets on edge that won’t spook clients
The duo get Hit’s 4 pm slot from January, while Michael Clarke pads up for 2DayFM Breakfast and the network chases edge.
by Natasha Lee – 16 hours ago
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