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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.
Forbes Australia launches 30 Under 30 list for innovators, trailblazers and entrepreneurs
News

Forbes Australia launches 30 Under 30 list for innovators, trailblazers and entrepreneurs

Anastasia Santoreneos: ‘Our media and entertainment finalists have been busy diversifying their revenue streams.’

by James ManningOct 14, 2024

Radio musical chairs: Richard Glover the latest ABC Sydney presenter to quit his timeslot
Radio

Radio musical chairs: Richard Glover the latest ABC Sydney presenter to quit his timeslot

What’s next for Richard Glover: Writing columns and books, knee surgery and child minding.

by James ManningOct 12, 2024

Grand Designs Australia TV Guide: Season 11 of Fremantle format premieres on ABC
Television

Grand Designs Australia TV Guide: Season 11 of Fremantle format premieres on ABC

Meet host Anthony Burke, Episode Guide to Road Trip with Kevin McCloud and then a new build in Fish Creek.

by James ManningOct 12, 2024

ARC Funds invests $1m in ausbiz spin-off ausbiz Capital: New products for TV platform subscribers
Television

ARC Funds invests $1m in ausbiz spin-off ausbiz Capital: New products for TV platform subscribers

Kylie Merritt and David Koch secure Simon van Es to build side hustle for their ausbiz streaming platform.

by James ManningOct 11, 2024

Harvey Norman returns as commercial partner for Season 2 of Hedley Thomas podcast Bronwyn
Audio

Harvey Norman returns as commercial partner for Season 2 of Hedley Thomas podcast Bronwyn

Another hit series for Thomas, with 3.9 million downloads globally as of this week.

by James ManningOct 11, 2024

Finalists selected from 1,150 entries for the 2024 Walkley Awards for Excellence in Journalism
News Brands

Finalists selected from 1,150 entries for the 2024 Walkley Awards for Excellence in Journalism

Nine, ABC and 7News compete for Investigative Journalism Walkley; Nine, Seven and NT Independent vie for Scoop of the Year

by James ManningOct 11, 2024

Meet Jackie O’s Bestie Gemma O'Neill: Media executive as reluctant podcast star
Radio

Meet Jackie O’s Bestie Gemma O'Neill: Media executive as reluctant podcast star

How the breakfast radio host convinced her best friend, manager and business partner to step into the spotlight.

by James ManningOct 10, 2024

Streamer smashes audience records in September: Community sport platform surges 110%
Television

Streamer smashes audience records in September: Community sport platform surges 110%

Sports on Streamer include Australian Rules football, cricket, netball, hockey, skateboarding, school athletics and baseball.

by James ManningOct 8, 2024

Sharri Markson live from Israel Monday to Thursday on Sky News Australia
Television

Sharri Markson live from Israel Monday to Thursday on Sky News Australia

One year since the Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israel Markson is on the ground reporting on the war.

by James ManningOct 7, 2024

Broad Radio reveals on-air team as regular broadcasting starts via new app and online
Radio

Broad Radio reveals on-air team as regular broadcasting starts via new app and online

Jo Stanley now back on air on daily weekday breakfast show.

by James ManningOct 7, 2024

SCA maintains record-breaking demo win, as radio sector continues to reach 12m+ weekly
Audio

SCA maintains record-breaking demo win, as radio sector continues to reach 12m+ weekly

Dave Cameron: ‘Melbourne market has settled, Fox’s Fifi, Fev & Nick indisputable #1 FM’.

by James ManningOct 4, 2024

Craig Reucassel builds Sydney radio audience for ABC, Sonya and Jules still hot in Adelaide
Radio

Craig Reucassel builds Sydney radio audience for ABC, Sonya and Jules still hot in Adelaide

One-time troublemaker at The Chaser grows share and cume in first year hosting breakfast.

by James ManningOct 4, 2024

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