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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.
Summer reading: Nicole Byers farewells readers of The Weekly in Christmas issue
Magazines

Summer reading: Nicole Byers farewells readers of The Weekly in Christmas issue

Byers joins Deborah Thomas and Helen McCabe as the longest-serving recent editors of the Are Media title

by James ManningDec 12, 2023

Fox Cricket reveals depth of talent as it fields an all-star team for summer of 2023-24
Sports

Fox Cricket reveals depth of talent as it fields an all-star team for summer of 2023-24

Season launch comes as Foxtel Group reminds viewers of the depth of its cricket rights

by James ManningDec 11, 2023

Mediaweek’s A to Z of 2023: K is for Kyle and Jackie O – will they create a Melbourne storm?
Radio

Mediaweek’s A to Z of 2023: K is for Kyle and Jackie O – will they create a Melbourne storm?

When, why, how and at what cost? Plus case studies examining track records of other recent radio ‘outsiders’

by James ManningDec 10, 2023

Colleagues of Alan Jones express surprise about allegations after McClymont investigation
Radio

Colleagues of Alan Jones express surprise about allegations after McClymont investigation

Kate McClymont now investigating flood of messages from people who allege Jones either bullied or abused them

by James ManningDec 8, 2023

Mediaweek A to Z of 2023: J is for James Warburton as he announces his departure from Seven
Television

Mediaweek A to Z of 2023: J is for James Warburton as he announces his departure from Seven

Media veteran silent on his next job, but talks about why he’s out next year

by James ManningDec 7, 2023

Former 2GB broadcaster Alan Jones denies multiple allegations of indecent assault
Radio

Former 2GB broadcaster Alan Jones denies multiple allegations of indecent assault

Jones declines opportunity to speak to 2GB's Ben Fordham about The Sydney Morning Herald story

by James ManningDec 6, 2023

SMI October 2023: Outdoor sends a strong message as revenue passes pre-Covid levels
Agencies

SMI October 2023: Outdoor sends a strong message as revenue passes pre-Covid levels

‘Chatter about decline in ad market this year is sadly misplaced,’ says SMI’s Jane Ractliffe

by James ManningDec 3, 2023

Radio break-up day: Summer hosts revealed as FM superstars take leave from Nova, SCA and ARN
Radio

Radio break-up day: Summer hosts revealed as FM superstars take leave from Nova, SCA and ARN

Choose breakfast with Smallzy and then Mel, or Phil, or Harley, Candace & Tom or Jimmy and Nath

by James ManningDec 1, 2023

Farewell 3AW's Neil Mitchell: Exit interview with Melbourne’s King of All Media
Radio

Farewell 3AW's Neil Mitchell: Exit interview with Melbourne’s King of All Media

Departing host talks about the day former management told him to ‘F@#k off' and more amazing tales

by James ManningDec 1, 2023

Photo special: Boardroom lunch to celebrate Peter Hitchener’s 50 years at Nine
Television

Photo special: Boardroom lunch to celebrate Peter Hitchener’s 50 years at Nine

Nine's Director of News & Current Affairs Darren Wick joins colleagues as Hitch moves to weekends

by James ManningNov 30, 2023

Shock radio change: James Valentine quits ABC Sydney breakfast slot after just two years
Radio

Shock radio change: James Valentine quits ABC Sydney breakfast slot after just two years

How Josh Szeps resignation triggered ABC Sydney upheaval: Craig Reucassel gets breakfast gig

by James ManningNov 29, 2023

Government action at last on anti-siphoning and access to FTA TV channels
Television

Government action at last on anti-siphoning and access to FTA TV channels

Free TV and Foxtel group both want more detail, concerns that reforms don’t go far enough

by James ManningNov 29, 2023

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