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Media Roundup: SMH editorial calls News Corp campaign 'a disgrace', Disney profit forecast, SCA TV sale fears, Ugly Phil – giant-killer
Debate over YouTube kids ban, Infowars new owner on parody plans, Media and the courts, Chris Lilley career change, Incoming and outgoing ABC radio stars.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 14, 2024
Variety Australia Entertainment 50, 2024
The Variety Mediaweek 50 highlights the talented individuals and industry organisations who, in 2024, played a crucial role in producing successful content in Australia.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 14, 2024
Seven Upfront reveals AFL masterplan: Footy seven days a week on raft of new shows
Kane Cornes and Abbey Holmes onstage, no mention yet of Caro or Hutchy changing channels.
by James Manning – Nov 14, 2024
Media Roundup: Albo at war with tech, Another 9News exec exits, Guardian quits X as Musk labels it 'vile propaganda', AFL's new TV nights
Countdown again rocks ABC studios, Fox News host to work in White House, As Trump wins - MSNBC losers, Game on at ABC Radio Melbourne.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 13, 2024
Foxtel’s monster Black Friday sale sees popular bundles slashed: 40% off for 12-month contract
Best deal: Sport + Drama + Entertainment including cricket in 4K Ultra HD as India arrive for test series.
by James Manning – Nov 13, 2024
Media Roundup: MKR backlash, Portelli denies rigging The Block, Ben Fordham targeted in Only Fans scam, Delany woos Dusty for Fox Footy
Twitter alternative Bluesky growing post Elon's Trump win, Clementine Ford faces defamation action, Sam McClure quits weekday 3AW show, Eddie's Footy Classified moving to Tuesday, BBC highest-paid host quits iconic sports show.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 12, 2024
Media Roundup: Historic News Corp front pages, $15m offer for SCA TV assets, The Block show-offs buying homes they won't live in, TV talent changes
Nine board buying shares, Will Albo ban YouTube for kids? Good Food launch, New SAFM brekky review, Tim Watson quits Seven, James Hird returns to Nine.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 11, 2024
News Corp Q1 FY25 revenues pushed higher by REA, Harper Collins and Wall Street Journal
Robert Thomson: ‘Election has highlighted the importance of trusted journalism in a media maelstrom.’
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 11, 2024
SA Press Club Awards: 2024 winners list dominated by News Corp and 9News
Winners also from ABC, Seven, 10 Network and Fiveaa.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 11, 2024
Media Roundup: No Foxtel buyer...yet, Social media banned for kids...why not gambling too? Annette Sharp's new media home
Choice price watch examined, 9News boss lawyers up, Sharyn Ghidella at 10, How Trump mastered new media, Block regular spends $15m, Fox Footy new signing, Ray Hadley career highs.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 10, 2024
The Block auctions at Phillip Island create more reality TV millionaires: Maddy & Charlotte take home $1.65m
Combined winnings of $5.43m as Adrian Portelli buys all five properties, then says that is his last appearance at a Block auction.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 10, 2024
TV's ratings giant: How co-creator David Barbour makes The Block auctions sparkle
The post-production guru on making the Sunday night deadline, no pressure! ‘There’s a lot of expectation around the auctions episodes.’
by James Manning – Nov 9, 2024
Sue Brenchley and Sam Hall depart Fetch TV
Dominic Arena: 'Sue and Sam have been strong leaders on the front line of Fetch, and I thank them both for their contributions and dedication to Fetch TV over many years.'
by Alisha Buaya – Nov 8, 2024
Sky News a big winner as viewers clamour to watch Donald Trump retake the White House
Tracking Donald Trump’s election day victory gives Sky News highest share ever, with Tom Connell first to call Republican win.
by James Manning – Nov 8, 2024
Media Roundup: Inside Nine and Seven AGMs, Ray Hadley exit and likely 2GB morning replacement, Another 9News departure
Countdown 50: Ted Emery on wild times with Molly, Radio's farewell Thursday – Adelaide's Rush Hour trio sign off, ABC Classic losing manager of Classic and Jazz Kate McGuffie.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 7, 2024
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