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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.
SCA cranks up the volume in regional breakfast: 8 new shows & announcers revealed
Radio

SCA cranks up the volume in regional breakfast: 8 new shows & announcers revealed

SCA’s Dave Cameron confirms regional strategy, Maz Compton returns in new Central Coast show

by James ManningNov 3, 2023

Screen Australia Drama Report: Record 213 theatrical and TV titles produced in 2022-23
Television

Screen Australia Drama Report: Record 213 theatrical and TV titles produced in 2022-23

Cost of drama climbs as much adult drama moves to on demand streaming platforms

by James ManningNov 1, 2023

Sky News Australia is second-fastest growing news publisher on YouTube globally
Television

Sky News Australia is second-fastest growing news publisher on YouTube globally

Content from Sky News Australia hosts including Paul Murray and Sharri Markson drives growth

by James ManningOct 31, 2023

Motio hires Cartology’s Tom Zavecz as national sales director
Outdoor

Motio hires Cartology’s Tom Zavecz as national sales director

Motio operates digital display networks across Australia in 1,000 venues

by James ManningOct 30, 2023

SCA shakes up Melbourne radio with ‘important changes’ at Triple M
Radio

SCA shakes up Melbourne radio with ‘important changes’ at Triple M

As staff exit, new roles for some and listeners get more of Dangerous Dave and Rosie

by James ManningOct 30, 2023

SCA’s big Friday: While board ponders value, execs get pay cut, CEO’s dilemma
Radio

SCA’s big Friday: While board ponders value, execs get pay cut, CEO’s dilemma

As SCA looks to cut $10m in costs can it continue to be ‘Proudly National, Fiercely Local’?

by James ManningOct 30, 2023

Axed radio stars Bianca Dye and Ben Hannant farewell fans as SCA shutters Sea FM show
Radio

Axed radio stars Bianca Dye and Ben Hannant farewell fans as SCA shutters Sea FM show

Bianca Dye: ‘I’ve been doing radio for 30 years now and this is definitely not the end’

by James ManningOct 29, 2023

TV Ratings October 26, 2023: Matildas and Celebrity Gogglebox score for 10
TV Ratings

TV Ratings October 26, 2023: Matildas and Celebrity Gogglebox score for 10

10 was the #1 network and channel under 50, 25 to 54 and 16 to 39

by James ManningOct 27, 2023

Kaboom: Foxtel Media Upfront announcements destined to shake-up TV sector
Television

Kaboom: Foxtel Media Upfront announcements destined to shake-up TV sector

Foxtel starting own industry org, beginning a ratings panel, launching Hubbl for 92% of Australians

by James ManningOct 26, 2023

First look: Foxtel Media prepares Cockatoo Island for 2024 Upfront
Television

First look: Foxtel Media prepares Cockatoo Island for 2024 Upfront

Oxford Street theatre to Allianz Stadium to former the convict gaol and shipyard in Sydney Harbour

by James ManningOct 25, 2023

Axed: SCA shakes up breakfast shows in Gold Coast, Gosford, Newcastle, Townsville
Radio

Axed: SCA shakes up breakfast shows in Gold Coast, Gosford, Newcastle, Townsville

As ARN lurks in shadows, SCA proceeds with plans to axe regional Hit Network stars

by James ManningOct 24, 2023

TV Ratings October 22, 2023: Backyard Blitz a winner for The Block and Nine
TV Ratings

TV Ratings October 22, 2023: Backyard Blitz a winner for The Block and Nine

The 1% Club returns for Seven, FBI crowd stick late into the night on 10

by James ManningOct 23, 2023

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