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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.
Melbourne Press Club reveals winners of 29th Quill Awards
Publishing

Melbourne Press Club reveals winners of 29th Quill Awards

John Ferguson’s scoop about the tragic consequences of a mushroom lunch in regional Victoria wins Gold Quill.

by James ManningMar 16, 2024

The Nightly team gets full support from James Warburton and Seven West Media team
News Brands

The Nightly team gets full support from James Warburton and Seven West Media team

Editor-in-chief Anthony De Ceglie and team speak at Sydney launch event.

by James ManningMar 15, 2024

Melbourne Radio Ratings 2024 Survey 1: Ross, Russ and Christian again in charge, KIIS tumbles
Radio

Melbourne Radio Ratings 2024 Survey 1: Ross, Russ and Christian again in charge, KIIS tumbles

Gold and Fox flip spots in FM rankings, Triple M climbs above Smooth, KIIS and Nova.

by James ManningMar 14, 2024

ABC head of audio content Ben Latimer ready for GfK report card on programming changes
Audio

ABC head of audio content Ben Latimer ready for GfK report card on programming changes

ABC radio under scrutiny, local radio breakfast changes, arrival of Fitzy, Listen app and copyright fees.

by James ManningMar 13, 2024

Aussie content blitz: Showcase event details 25 new and returning Stan Originals
Television

Aussie content blitz: Showcase event details 25 new and returning Stan Originals

New Stan Originals commissioned from Matchbox Pictures, Jungle Entertainment, Lingo Pictures, Easy Tiger and more.

by James ManningMar 12, 2024

Every Cloud producers Deborah Cox and Fiona Eagger to receive SPA Lifetime Achievement Award
Television

Every Cloud producers Deborah Cox and Fiona Eagger to receive SPA Lifetime Achievement Award

Cox and Eagger made drama series for ABC, SBS, Seven Network, Nine Network, Stan, and Acorn TV.

by James ManningMar 12, 2024

Format giant Banijay chooses Australian unscripted format to develop after global search
Television

Format giant Banijay chooses Australian unscripted format to develop after global search

Freelancer Amber Kane will now develop Double Act after winning pitch in London

by James ManningMar 11, 2024

Hubbl: Insider’s guide to new streaming management device. Plus fact checking claims
Television

Hubbl: Insider’s guide to new streaming management device. Plus fact checking claims

What can the new streaming device do for you? What will you get for your $99?

by James ManningMar 10, 2024

Mind the (gender) gap! Podcast celebrates extraordinary women moving populations worldwide
Industry Podcasts

Mind the (gender) gap! Podcast celebrates extraordinary women moving populations worldwide

Women Who Move Nations: NEC sponsoring new episodes on future of travel on trains, buses, ferries, and trams.

by James ManningMar 8, 2024

Jase and Lauren Day 1 at Nova: First review – Lots of chat about KIIS sacking
Radio

Jase and Lauren Day 1 at Nova: First review – Lots of chat about KIIS sacking

“The real sting was we were being replaced by a show from Sydney. Melbourne deserves better."

by James ManningMar 8, 2024

Triple M takeover: SCA finally says 'no' to ARN/Anchorage and open to revised proposal
Radio

Triple M takeover: SCA finally says 'no' to ARN/Anchorage and open to revised proposal

SCA alerts other potential bidders for Triple M, Hit and regional TV there could be a deal to be done.

by James ManningMar 7, 2024

As BBC takes control of BritBox International, will the service soon be added to Hubbl?
Television

As BBC takes control of BritBox International, will the service soon be added to Hubbl?

BritBox remains one of two Mediaweek Top 10 streaming services not yet on Hubbl

by James ManningMar 6, 2024

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