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Beyond reality: Hayu NZ flips the script with entertainment expansion
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Beyond reality: Hayu NZ flips the script with entertainment expansion

NBCUniversal's Hayu NZ expands beyond reality TV into general entertainment.

by Duane Hatherly – May 13, 2026

Netflix’s Australian content push pays off with A$45m Boy Swallows Universe boost
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Netflix’s Australian content push pays off with A$45m Boy Swallows Universe boost

CEO Ted Sarandos said the platform now produces shows and movies in more than 50 countries.

by Vihan Mathur – May 13, 2026

How Nine and Magnite push programmatic boundaries
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How Nine and Magnite push programmatic boundaries

Nine and Magnite unpack programmatic transparency, live streaming, and the power of direct publisher partnerships.

by Duane Hatherly – May 12, 2026

Fox League hits the road for NRL Magic Round
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Fox League hits the road for NRL Magic Round

The campaign features players from all 16 NRL clubs creating the 'ultimate footy road trip'

by Vihan Mathur – May 11, 2026

The Inspired Unemployed pull back the curtain on ARRIVAL launch
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The Inspired Unemployed pull back the curtain on ARRIVAL launch

Turns out “just two blokes with a notebook idea” now comes with docuseries, global travel partnerships and sold-out Everest trips.

by Mediaweek – May 11, 2026

Disney by D'Amaro: Earnings, AI, parks & 88% streaming boom
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Disney by D'Amaro: Earnings, AI, parks & 88% streaming boom

During his first Disney earnings call, CEO Josh D'Amaro leveraged a streaming profit boom to outline his AI future.

by Duane Hatherly – May 8, 2026

Stan Sport combines football’s biggest trophy chase under one roof
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Stan Sport combines football’s biggest trophy chase under one roof

Alternative headline for people who call football 'soccer': Stan Sport combines soccer's biggest trophy chases under one roof.

by Vihan Mathur – May 5, 2026

Nova goes Bush Deep with its first video-led series
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Nova goes Bush Deep with its first video-led series

The show will be hosted by comedian Nikki Osborne's alter ego Bushie.

by Vihan Mathur – May 5, 2026

7plus surges to #1 as FAST channels reshape free TV viewing
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7plus surges to #1 as FAST channels reshape free TV viewing

It's all thanks to a blend nostalgia, live viewing and free streaming for audiences.

by Natasha Lee – May 5, 2026

Disney+ sets date for ad-supported tier launch in AUNZ
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Disney+ sets date for ad-supported tier launch in AUNZ

It comes as Disney looks to widen choice for viewers and advertisers.

by Mediaweek – Apr 20, 2026

Netflix stumbles as co-founder Reed Hastings hits the eject button
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Netflix stumbles as co-founder Reed Hastings hits the eject button

In the shadow of a failed merger, Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings exits the board as Q1 earnings miss expectations.

by Duane Hatherly – Apr 17, 2026

David Ellison's nightmare: A-list coalition unites to kill the AU$156B Warner merger
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David Ellison's nightmare: A-list coalition unites to kill the AU$156B Warner merger

A coalition of 1,000 Hollywood stars has launched a revolt to kill the AU$156B Paramount and Warner Bros. mega-merger.

by Duane Hatherly – Apr 14, 2026

Netflix unveils Playground as alternative to ad-supported kids apps
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Netflix unveils Playground as alternative to ad-supported kids apps

The app offers a library of games and interactive experiences built around children’s franchises.

by Natasha Lee – Apr 7, 2026

Disney+ lines up ad tier for Australia and New Zealand as streaming wars shift to scale
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Disney+ lines up ad tier for Australia and New Zealand as streaming wars shift to scale

The new Standard with Ads plan will sit alongside existing Standard and Premium tiers, offering a lower price point.

by Natasha Lee – Mar 30, 2026

Foxtel Business scores exclusive beIN SPORTS deal bringing football and tennis back
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Foxtel Business scores exclusive beIN SPORTS deal bringing football and tennis back

The deal sees Foxtel Business become the exclusive distributor of beIN SPORTS’ three linear channels in pubs and clubs.

by Vihan Mathur – Mar 27, 2026

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