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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.
ABC confirms Sally Sara replacing Patricia Karvelas on Radio National Breakfast
Radio

ABC confirms Sally Sara replacing Patricia Karvelas on Radio National Breakfast

Breakfast team will include political correspondent Melissa Clarke, business correspondent Peter Ryan and news presenter Luke Siddham Dundon.

by James ManningNov 1, 2024

Metro newspaper editor Bevan Shields still believes in an election editorial stance
News Brands

Metro newspaper editor Bevan Shields still believes in an election editorial stance

‘If you’re doing editorials every day of the week, it’s implausible to sit out the biggest news event in decades.’

by James ManningNov 1, 2024

USA Election: Sky News’ Annelise Nielsen on working the Washington beat and talking to voters
News Brands

USA Election: Sky News’ Annelise Nielsen on working the Washington beat and talking to voters

‘We really prioritise hearing from real Americans and talking about what's influencing people.’

by James ManningNov 1, 2024

From Alan Jones to Merivale: The SMH’s Bevan Shields and Kate McClymont on major investigations
Publishing

From Alan Jones to Merivale: The SMH’s Bevan Shields and Kate McClymont on major investigations

Nine Publishing newspapers drive subscriptions with menu of major investigations: ‘If people decide to be silly and sue, it can be an expensive business.’

by James ManningNov 1, 2024

Rules Don’t Apply: The Battle for Creativity: AI vs. Humanity with Futurist Brian David Johnson
Audio

Rules Don’t Apply: The Battle for Creativity: AI vs. Humanity with Futurist Brian David Johnson

‘Let's not turn people into machines. Let's actually value humanity.’

by James ManningOct 31, 2024

USA Election: ABC’s Carrington Clarke on Trump, Harris and the campaign trail
News Brands

USA Election: ABC’s Carrington Clarke on Trump, Harris and the campaign trail

North American US correspondent tells Mediaweek there is still no better understanding of who is going to triumph after USA votes.

by James ManningOct 31, 2024

Getting deals done: ABC head of programming Roberta Allan at MIPCOM TV marketplace
Television

Getting deals done: ABC head of programming Roberta Allan at MIPCOM TV marketplace

‘We acquire content across a wide slate – drama, comedy, factual, documentary, lifestyle, entertainment, arts, music, science, children’s, family and movies.’

by James ManningOct 30, 2024

Black Friday & Cyber Monday: How News meets demand for biggest shopping event of the year
Publishing

Black Friday & Cyber Monday: How News meets demand for biggest shopping event of the year

News has launched an integrated, multi-platform campaign, leveraging both its digital and print assets.

by James ManningOct 29, 2024

Radio ratings overhaul: CRA moves survey dates for 2025 – eight surveys, seven results!
Audio

Radio ratings overhaul: CRA moves survey dates for 2025 – eight surveys, seven results!

CRA chief executive Lizzie Young tells Mediaweek the change allows for capture of audience data during the crucial holiday season.

by James ManningOct 29, 2024

Nine loses key executive as AFL announces new executive GM customer and commercial
Sports

Nine loses key executive as AFL announces new executive GM customer and commercial

New role at  the AFL sees Rebecca Haagsma arrive to replace Kylie Rogers.

by James ManningOct 28, 2024

How Jackie O just might lead the way for ambitious KIIS FM K&J national rollout
Radio

How Jackie O just might lead the way for ambitious KIIS FM K&J national rollout

Jackie’s autobiography and podcast, new exec producer and refreshed program might move the needle.

by James ManningOct 28, 2024

AFL commentator trade season continues: Fox Footy secures Seven analyst
Sports

AFL commentator trade season continues: Fox Footy secures Seven analyst

Shaun Burgoyne is the first of new wave of talent expected to be signed for Fox Footy.

by James ManningOct 28, 2024

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