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Australians want local content but struggle to find it, new report finds
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Australians want local content but struggle to find it, new report finds

Screen Australia warns that discoverability is now as important as production itself.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 18, 2026

BBC Studios launches Creator Lab Australia
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BBC Studios launches Creator Lab Australia

The new program will give Australian YouTube creators access to established IP, mentoring and development opportunities.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 18, 2026

Mushroom Music extends publishing deal with Rob Amoruso
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Mushroom Music extends publishing deal with Rob Amoruso

The renewed agreement continues the publisher's relationship with the Melbourne songwriter behind major Australian hits.

by Staff Writer – Aug 17, 2026

Zareh named Gourmet Traveller Restaurant of the Year
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Zareh named Gourmet Traveller Restaurant of the Year

The annual awards also honoured the country's top chefs, new talent and dining destinations as the title marks 60 years.

by Staff Writer – Aug 17, 2026

Spider-Man: Brand New Day tops $69m at local box office
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day tops $69m at local box office

The film now ranks as the eighth-biggest movie ever released globally and is the highest-grossing film since Barbie in 2023.

by Staff Writer – Aug 17, 2026

Raygun tapped to MC $100-a-ticket Sydney fundraiser
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Raygun tapped to MC $100-a-ticket Sydney fundraiser

She'll be "bringing her trademark humour" to the fashion fundraiser on Sydney's north shore.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 17, 2026

Guardian Australia managing director Rebecca Costello to depart
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Guardian Australia managing director Rebecca Costello to depart

Costello exits on 18 September after nearly three years, as Guardian Australia flags succession news ahead.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 17, 2026

Actress Hayden Panettiere dies aged 36
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Actress Hayden Panettiere dies aged 36

The Heroes and Nashville star has died aged 36, with her representative confirming the news as her family asks privacy.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 17, 2026

Sophie Nathan appointed executive producer of Life Uncut
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Sophie Nathan appointed executive producer of Life Uncut

A former CADA breakfast host and digital manager steps in, backing Brittany Hockley and Laura Byrne's LiSTNR-era growth.

by Staff Writer – Aug 16, 2026

ABC beats commercial rivals in 2026 Logies haul
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ABC beats commercial rivals in 2026 Logies haul

ABC emerged as the biggest network winner at the 2026 Logies, collecting eight awards and comfortably beating its rivals.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 16, 2026

Bluey fans see red over movie’s 3D makeover
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Bluey fans see red over movie’s 3D makeover

Bluey’s first movie teaser has landed, but its glossy new look is drawing heat from fans protective of the show's style.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 16, 2026

Tapt Media appoints Kristy Mansfield to lead 6PR Perth
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Tapt Media appoints Kristy Mansfield to lead 6PR Perth

The former Perth sales director will oversee 6PR's audience, revenue and community strategy as Tapt backs local growth.

by Staff Writer – Aug 13, 2026

Labor shifts News Bargaining Initiative after media backlash
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Labor shifts News Bargaining Initiative after media backlash

The government has boosted potential publisher payments after warnings its revised scheme could cost journalism jobs.

by Tom Gosby – Aug 12, 2026

The motherhood juggle bites: Karoline Leavitt quits White House role
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The motherhood juggle bites: Karoline Leavitt quits White House role

Leavitt says the motherhood juggle had simply become too much.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 12, 2026

‘The whole world could laugh at me’: Raygun’s fear before Paris Olympics revealed
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‘The whole world could laugh at me’: Raygun’s fear before Paris Olympics revealed

Rachel Gunn reveals she feared the world would laugh at her before the Olympics, as Netflix previews the fallout that followed.

by Natasha Lee – Aug 12, 2026

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