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End of an era: David Jones goes into voluntary administration
Christmas approaches with staff, suppliers and landlords awaiting answers about a department store chain’s next chapter.
By Natasha Lee – 3 minutes ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- Pardon me, but when did the Wall Street Journal start writing about butts?
- Nova named AUSIFY’s commercial radio partner
- Mediaweek Newsmakers: Ryvalmedia on why AI could shut your brand out
- ARN hands Dave Cameron the keys to Melbourne
- Love Island Australia season 8 locks in Boost Mobile, L’Oréal, Subway, and more
- Telstra’s Steve Buscemi campaign slapped with ad bans
- Perth Bears appoint Tony Rea CEO
Latest Media
Pardon me, but when did the Wall Street Journal start writing about butts?
It's a different kind of ass-et management.
by Natasha Lee – 20 minutes ago
Mediaweek Newsmakers: Ryvalmedia on why AI could shut your brand out
Chatbots could rule your brand out before buyers reach the counter. Two agency leaders unpack what marketers can do now.
by Natasha Lee – 2 hours ago
ARN hands Dave Cameron the keys to Melbourne
The former SCA content chief adds the Melbourne business to his metro radio brief as KIIS launches a new local breakfast show
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
National Songbook names its first 10 Australian songs
From protest anthems to film scores, the inaugural selections will form a permanent digital archive of Australian music.
by Natasha Lee – 14 hours ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
Love Island Australia season 8 locks in Boost Mobile, L’Oréal, Subway, and more
The season premiered on Monday, 26 October, drawing a total TV audience of 429,000, up 25.8% year on year.
by Staff Writer – 51 minutes ago
Telstra’s Steve Buscemi campaign slapped with ad bans
The 15 second version depicts the aliens slapping each other.
by Staff Writer – 18 hours ago
Coles gives Christmas cooks a cover story via Smith St
Smith St’s festive campaign puts supermarket shortcuts centre stage with shoppers hiding the evidence from their guests.
by Staff Writer – 22 hours ago
Pitch slapped: Indies band together as costs bite
Ben Walker launches comm:unity, bringing independent agencies together to share staff, tackle bigger briefs and navigate business pressures.
by Staff Writer – 23 hours ago
Industry Movers
ARN hands Dave Cameron the keys to Melbourne
The former SCA content chief adds the Melbourne business to his metro radio brief as KIIS launches a new local breakfast show
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
Are Media names Kate Kirsten entertainment general manager
A portfolio reaching 4.7 million Australians will focus on reader loyalty, new editorial products and commercial growth.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 3, 2026
Ipsos appoints Lifeng Liu Chairman and CEO of APAC
The Greater China chief adds Asia Pacific to his remit, while Hamish Munro transfers to a global client leadership role.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 2, 2026
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Seven Media Group appoints Nick Bower Commercial Director, Sport
The ex-Paramount exec will merge its TV, audio and streaming sport sales.
by Staff Writer – Nov 2, 2026
AI & Tech
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Two Australian firms to launch class action against Meta
“Atreyu did not stand a chance against algorithms that could follow him home," says mum of teen who took his life.
by Nama Winston – 23 hours ago
Ipsos iris to launch weekly audience data
Subscribers will get a faster read on audience shifts, breaking news and content trends with monthly rankings unchanged.
by Staff Writer – Nov 1, 2026
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 – Oct 26, 2026
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 – Oct 26, 2026
Newsfeed
Is Blake Lively's 'Betty Booze' quietly shutting down?
Reports of the company's winding down beg the question: Are most celebrity brands destined to fail?
by Nama Winston – 2 minutes ago
End of an era: David Jones goes into voluntary administration
Christmas approaches with staff, suppliers and landlords awaiting answers about a department store chain’s next chapter.
by Natasha Lee – 3 minutes ago
Pardon me, but when did the Wall Street Journal start writing about butts?
It's a different kind of ass-et management.
by Natasha Lee – 20 minutes ago
Love Island Australia season 8 locks in Boost Mobile, L’Oréal, Subway, and more
The season premiered on Monday, 26 October, drawing a total TV audience of 429,000, up 25.8% year on year.
by Staff Writer – 51 minutes ago
ARN hands Dave Cameron the keys to Melbourne
The former SCA content chief adds the Melbourne business to his metro radio brief as KIIS launches a new local breakfast show
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
Nova named AUSIFY’s commercial radio partner
November campaign puts local artists across Nova shows, creator playlists and digital channels to drive music discovery.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
Mediaweek Newsmakers: Ryvalmedia on why AI could shut your brand out
Chatbots could rule your brand out before buyers reach the counter. Two agency leaders unpack what marketers can do now.
by Natasha Lee – 2 hours ago
National Songbook names its first 10 Australian songs
From protest anthems to film scores, the inaugural selections will form a permanent digital archive of Australian music.
by Natasha Lee – 14 hours ago
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