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James Manning

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James Manning
James has had a long and sometimes distinguished career working in the magazine industry, having written and edited a number of music publications in his native Melbourne, before starting the Australian edition of British “pop music bible” Smash Hits in 1984. He ran the title successfully for over a decade before moving on to edit other publications and later run a successful photo agency. In 1999 he took over as publisher and editor of Mediaweek.
Stan Sport sets new viewing record as people pay to watch 2024 Paris Olympics ad-free in 4K
Television

Stan Sport sets new viewing record as people pay to watch 2024 Paris Olympics ad-free in 4K

"An outstanding Olympics experience that perfectly complements the broadcast on Nine and 9Now ... delivering the most comprehensive Olympics viewing offering in Australian history."

by James ManningJul 29, 2024

Photo gallery: Who's who at The Australian's 60th anniversary event hosted by Lachlan Murdoch
Publishing

Photo gallery: Who's who at The Australian's 60th anniversary event hosted by Lachlan Murdoch

Guests included politicians, News Corp executives, editors and journalists, plus senior business figures from around Australia.

by James ManningJul 28, 2024

Fiona Dear says 9News looking to extend longest winning streak in a decade
Television

Fiona Dear says 9News looking to extend longest winning streak in a decade

The 9News chief is not about to tackle Seven’s Anthony de Ceglie for "taking risks".

by James ManningJul 28, 2024

Paris 2024 Olympics TV ratings: Opening Ceremony and Day 1
TV Ratings

Paris 2024 Olympics TV ratings: Opening Ceremony and Day 1

River dance plus athlete’s flotilla, plus a Gold rush at the pool, make Nine’s investment shine.

by James ManningJul 28, 2024

Olympics on TV: How paying for Paris 2024 on Stan will be better than watching free on Nine
News

Olympics on TV: How paying for Paris 2024 on Stan will be better than watching free on Nine

Stan’s biggest Olympic Games selling points are that it is ad free and offers 4K – are they worth a Stan Sport subscription?

by James ManningJul 26, 2024

The Australian holds birthday event as Lachlan Murdoch welcomes Anthony Albanese and guests
News Brands

The Australian holds birthday event as Lachlan Murdoch welcomes Anthony Albanese and guests

The birthday event comes as the world reads about the secret court case impacting the future of News Corp and Fox.

by James ManningJul 26, 2024

2024 ACRA Awards finalists unveiled: Kyle and Jackie O, Ben Fordham lead nominations
Audio

2024 ACRA Awards finalists unveiled: Kyle and Jackie O, Ben Fordham lead nominations

Plus the shows that were snubbed (or maybe just didn’t enter?) and all 361 finalists listed.

by James ManningJul 25, 2024

BBC reveals falling revenues mean further 500 job cuts, but Bluey a bright spot
Television

BBC reveals falling revenues mean further 500 job cuts, but Bluey a bright spot

Annual report reveals stars on the biggest salaries with football host still #1.

by James ManningJul 24, 2024

ABC report that newsagency sector in decline fails to investigate closures, claims retailer
Publishing

ABC report that newsagency sector in decline fails to investigate closures, claims retailer

Falling demand for printed newspapers and magazines not the reason newsagents should be closing.

by James ManningJul 23, 2024

Nine overhauls The AFR: Michael Stutchbury steps down, James Chessell taking over
Publishing

Nine overhauls The AFR: Michael Stutchbury steps down, James Chessell taking over

James Chessell returns to Nine Publishing just six months after quitting, Stutchbury to write for AFR.

by James ManningJul 22, 2024

It's Joever! Media ready for coverage as Joe Biden steps down early Monday morning
News Brands

It's Joever! Media ready for coverage as Joe Biden steps down early Monday morning

Some pundits warm to the idea of Kamala Harris as new candidate, but can she win?

by James ManningJul 22, 2024

Netflix Q2 2024 results: Ad tier drives subscriber growth + partnerships yes, bundling no
Television

Netflix Q2 2024 results: Ad tier drives subscriber growth + partnerships yes, bundling no

Can Joe Rogan live next month helps push subscriptions closer to 300m?

by James ManningJul 19, 2024

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