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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.
Who’s who of Sydney media celebrate life, times and achievement of Graham ‘Shadow’ McNeice
News

Who’s who of Sydney media celebrate life, times and achievement of Graham ‘Shadow’ McNeice

Sports stars and administrators rubbed shoulders with TV stars and media executives.

by James ManningSep 27, 2024

Nova Entertainment’s Hear & Now invites agencies to disconnect and talk
Radio

Nova Entertainment’s Hear & Now invites agencies to disconnect and talk

For six years independent agency execs have talked audio and met talent away from an office environment.

by James ManningSep 27, 2024

Nick Riewoldt joins Seven’s AFL team: St Kilda legend returning home for 2025 season
Television

Nick Riewoldt joins Seven’s AFL team: St Kilda legend returning home for 2025 season

Latest team list for FTA AFL broadcaster: Who’s in and out, plus Grand Final day team list

by James ManningSep 27, 2024

CRA reveals entertainment for ACRA Awards, plus who’s who of radio including Fitzy & Wippa
Radio

CRA reveals entertainment for ACRA Awards, plus who’s who of radio including Fitzy & Wippa

Dean Lewis, Baker Boy, The Screaming Jets, and IVANA Join Forces with radio icons for 2024 ACRA Awards event at Star Sydney.

by James ManningSep 26, 2024

Stan acquires Disney TV series made in Queensland that has been sitting on the shelf
Television

Stan acquires Disney TV series made in Queensland that has been sitting on the shelf

Nautilus cost $300m to make and Stan subscribers will now have a chance to watch the epic tale.

by James ManningSep 26, 2024

TV ratings: Foxtel lit a fuse 12 months ago, OzTAM explosion coming December 31
TV Ratings

TV ratings: Foxtel lit a fuse 12 months ago, OzTAM explosion coming December 31

OzTAM’s Karen Halligan: ‘Unfortunate that Foxtel has decided to leave the primary measurement system.’

by James ManningSep 25, 2024

Here comes Max: 2025 launch as Warner Bros Discovery enters local streaming wars
Television

Here comes Max: 2025 launch as Warner Bros Discovery enters local streaming wars

‘Definitely happening’: Max coming within next nine months, but no detail about exact date or ownership model.

by James ManningSep 25, 2024

Foxtel restructure: Two divisions now have their own CEOs as Wigan and Laing depart
Television

Foxtel restructure: Two divisions now have their own CEOs as Wigan and Laing depart

New titles are Julian Ogrin and Hilary Perchard, new CTO arrives from New York, Leg Wigan’s new US role.

by James ManningSep 25, 2024

Seven’s Gereurd Roberts details how live sports rights are a game changer for 7plus
Television

Seven’s Gereurd Roberts details how live sports rights are a game changer for 7plus

'The message to clients and agencies is we can give you this audience across 52 weeks a year.'

by James ManningSep 25, 2024

The hits keep on coming at Netflix: Just one month until next Aussie blockbuster, Territory
Television

The hits keep on coming at Netflix: Just one month until next Aussie blockbuster, Territory

New trailer for Territory drops as Netflix reveals most-watched shows for first half of 2024

by James ManningSep 24, 2024

'The greatest DJ': Ron E Sparks remembered by radio greats at Sydney memorial event
Radio

'The greatest DJ': Ron E Sparks remembered by radio greats at Sydney memorial event

MC at Ron E Sparks celebration was Richard Wilkins, organisers included Brendan Jones and Ben Fordham.

by James ManningSep 23, 2024

Updated: Caroline Wilson is the latest high profile signing for Seven’s 2025 footy show schedule
Television

Updated: Caroline Wilson is the latest high profile signing for Seven’s 2025 footy show schedule

3AW Rumour File reported Nine has lost two more commentators as Seven hoovers up talent.

by James ManningSep 23, 2024

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