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Three thoughts on Nine's 2026 Upfronts
Mediaweek's editor attended the Nine Upfronts and came away from the event with some key thoughts on the presentation.
by Dan Barrett – Oct 16, 2025
Revenue, vertical video, and unified sales across Nine + Stan + HBO Max lead the pitch at Nine's 2026 Upfronts
The pitch to buyers was clear in the room, with Nine bringing TV, streaming, news, and radio together for cross-platform, unified ad buys.
by Dan Barrett – Oct 15, 2025
Stan launches MAFS After The Dinner Party spin-off
Stan expands the Married at First Sight franchise with new Stan Original series MAFS After The Dinner Party, streaming weekly after each dinner party episode on Nine and 9Now.
by Dan Barrett – Oct 15, 2025
Apple very quietly rebrands Apple TV+
No, it will not be rebranded as Apple Max.
by Dan Barrett – Oct 13, 2025
Paramount to shut down MTV music channels in Australia
With the MTV music channels exiting Fetch TV at the end of the month, the iconic Paramount-owned music channels will be closed in Australia.
by Dan Barrett – Oct 13, 2025
Innovation and new experiences to be found in 2025's Summer of Cricket on Fox Sports and streaming on Kayo
Foxtel's Adam Howarth on the Summer of Cricket, delivering every ball of The Ashes, India tour, BBL and WBBL live- with new tech features and talent integrations.
by Dan Barrett – Oct 13, 2025
Australians are paying to stream more now than ever before. And in a shock: we're all pirating less.
A new report has shown a dramatic increase in the amount we are spending to watch subscription streaming TV in Australia as global piracy plummets.
by Dan Barrett – Oct 7, 2025
Moira Hogan exits BritBox Australia amid BBC streaming structural reorganisation
Moira Hogan is departing BritBox International after five years, having played a pivotal role in launching and growing the business in Australia.
by Dan Barrett – Oct 1, 2025
From launch to longevity: Michael Brooks on how HBO Max is turning a 'rocketing start' into lasting growth
'We want to be a top three player. We can get there and we will get there.'
by Frances Sheen – Sep 30, 2025
Amazon Ads brings Netflix inventory and Complete TV to Australia
The announcement was made at its Upfronts for 2025.
by Dan Barrett – Sep 24, 2025
Australians watch 16 billion minutes of broadcast content: VOZ data
Karen Halligan: 'This report showcases not only the strength and continued evolution of television as a platform, but also the depth of data available within our VOZ database.'
by Frances Sheen – Sep 17, 2025
BBC Studios strikes deal with HBO Max for British comedy and drama
The new partnership delivers a slate of British comedy and drama, including the Alan Partridge universe and shows starring Australian talent Sam Campbell and Aaron Chen.
by Dan Barrett – Sep 10, 2025
Prime Video secures Sony and Roadshow films in new multi-year Pay-1 deals
Prime Video will be the exclusive streaming home in Australia for Sony Pictures and Roadshow Films' theatrical slates.
by Dan Barrett – Sep 8, 2025
Prime Video adds HBO Max for Australian subscribers
HBO Max is now available in Australia via Prime Video as an add-on subscription, offering titles from HBO, Warner Bros., DC, and more.
by Dan Barrett – Sep 4, 2025
SBS On Demand adds functionality upgrades, video podcasts, FAST channels, and gives users the option to opt-out of (some) ads
SBS will improve the On Demand experience for viewers ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, along with new FAST channels, and video podcasts.
by Dan Barrett – Sep 3, 2025
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