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Christiane Amanpour to leave CNN after four decades
The longtime international anchor will depart next year, with Mark Thompson thanking her for 43 years of CNN journalism.
By Natasha Lee – 16 minutes ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- Why Samsung Ads is selling the TV as the new dinner table
- War Hero or War Criminal? The Ben Roberts-Smith exclusive
- Thinkerbell announces the passing of "colleague and friend" Lara Barnett
- DAZN had a $3.4b takeover - now questions are being asked
- Today names new sports presenter as Danika Mason's next move revealed
- Ben Roberts-Smith launches online clothing store amidst legal battle
- Nick Young to lead Nine’s trading and digital product
Latest Media
Ben Roberts-Smith launches online clothing store amidst legal battle
The brand name is Roberts-Smith's former military radio call sign.
by Nama Winston – 22 hours ago
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Mamamia goes fewer, bigger, deeper for 2027
Out Loud’s record year is now the blueprint: fewer shows, more money behind them, and the brands sitting inside the tent
by Natasha Lee – Oct 18, 2026
From Nicole Kidman to Mary Fowler: Marie Claire reveals 2026 Women of the Year nominees
Georgie McCourt: "Championing women is at the heart of everything we do."
by Alisha Buaya – 23 hours ago
Today names new sports presenter as Danika Mason's next move revealed
Nine has named its newest weekday sports presenter, with a familiar face stepping into the role vacated by Danika Mason.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 18, 2026
Latest Agency & Marketing
Why Samsung Ads is selling the TV as the new dinner table
Richard Hayward on daily viewing habits, the Home Screen ad unit nobody could bucket, and turning TV data into outcomes.
by Natasha Lee – 34 minutes ago
Audience Intelligence is for the long term
Ryvalmedia’s Sam Cousins unpacks the 2026 HILDA report and why brands must plan for circumstances, not just demographics.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 18, 2026
QMS launches SHOP retail OOH network with Ford, Cbus and MYOB as first partners
Tim Murphy: "It gives advertisers the scale of a national DOOH buy, delivered with the intimacy of the 'Local Trust Halo' of retail OOH."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 15, 2026
WPP Media: Brands now have two audiences, humans and machines
Matt Scotton: "The future belongs to brands that build a system of influence, because every machine recommendation ultimately begins with human influence."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 15, 2026
Industry Movers
Nick Young to lead Nine’s trading and digital product
Nathan Patrick takes Metro and Regional TV, and Carly Astone steps into a newly created Melbourne sports role.
by Natasha Lee – 23 hours ago
Medibank Group appoints Accenture Song as media partner
"We felt a real cultural alignment between our teams from the outset."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 15, 2026
News Corp marketing director Bettina Brown quits after 15 years
“I’ve had the ride of my life at News Corp Australia."
by Staff Writer – Oct 14, 2026
Mamamia signs Danielle Rigg-Smith as NSW Sales Director
Danielle joins Mamamia at a time of growth, as more brands look to be part of the conversations Australian women are having right now.
by Staff Writer – Oct 7, 2026
AI & Tech
AFL stops Sportsbet from posting AI-generated content of players
Sportsbet has been using humorous AI-generated content increasingly as it tries to engage a more youthful audience.
by Nama Winston – Oct 13, 2026
AI is the top influence on senior marketing leaders' confidence, research finds
Jess Torstensson: "Confidence isn't about trusting AI more, it’s about knowing when to trust it, when to challenge it, and when to trust yourself."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 11, 2026
Nikon strips video competition winner of title over AI use
Scientists questioned the winning microscope video, prompting Nikon to investigate and review its competition procedures.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 11, 2026
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'Get undressed': Roblox knows the risks. Why aren’t children better protected?
A mother trusted the controls. The messages she found raise hard questions about child safety and regulatory action now.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 11, 2026
Newsfeed
Christiane Amanpour to leave CNN after four decades
The longtime international anchor will depart next year, with Mark Thompson thanking her for 43 years of CNN journalism.
by Natasha Lee – 16 minutes ago
Why Samsung Ads is selling the TV as the new dinner table
Richard Hayward on daily viewing habits, the Home Screen ad unit nobody could bucket, and turning TV data into outcomes.
by Natasha Lee – 34 minutes ago
War Hero or War Criminal? The Ben Roberts-Smith exclusive
“It’s one of the biggest interviews I’ve ever done," 2GB's Ben Fordham said.
by Staff Writer – 17 hours ago
Thinkerbell announces the passing of "colleague and friend" Lara Barnett
"Vibrant, fun, and endlessly witty, Lara never took life too seriously, qualities that made her both a friend to many and a beloved presence across the industry."
by Staff Writer – 18 hours ago
G Flip returns to Nova's Red Room at St Kilda's Prince Bandroom
G Flip: "I’m taking this show back to my old stomping ground where I used to DJ and book bands at the Prince Bandroom in St Kilda."
by Alisha Buaya – 21 hours ago
Ocean Spray launches Craisins hoodie with hidden pockets to dodge bag checks
Nick Brown: "It takes something as simple as a snack pouch and turns it into a piece of streetwear that’s practical, unexpected, and unmistakably Ocean Spray."
by Alisha Buaya – 21 hours ago
DAZN had a $3.4b takeover - now questions are being asked
Foxtel's new chief executive is raising discussions about the future of its broadcasting.
by Nama Winston – 21 hours ago
News24 launches wine club with Laithwaites
A broadcaster is adding wine subscriptions to its commercial mix, with Des Houghton contributing weekly recommendations.
by Staff Writer – 21 hours ago
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