Sky News Australia will relaunch as News24 from Monday 27 July 2026, marking the next phase for the News Corp Australia-owned network.
The rebrand will see its broadcast channels, streaming products and digital assets move under the News24 name, supported by a new website, app and expanded international coverage.
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The network said News24 reflects its shift from a traditional Australian linear television channel into a multi-platform news business with a growing global audience.
Paul Whittaker, Chief Executive Officer of Sky News Australia, said the change marks “a new era of news” for the business.
“Since we launched thirty years ago as Australia’s first 24-hour news channel, we have grown to become a trusted and central part of Australian journalism,” Whittaker said.
“Today’s announcements further solidify our commitment and investment in delivering premium news coverage and incisive commentary that informs on the vital issues shaping our nation and the world.”
Paul Whittaker
News24 channels and platforms
From 27 July, Foxtel and BINGE will remain the premium destinations for News24-produced channels, including News24, News24 World, News24 Weather and FOX SPORTS News.
News24 will air on Foxtel Channel 600, while News24 Weather will continue on Channel 601 as a 24/7 weather service. News24 World will launch on Channel 603 with a focus on global political news, press conferences and live events.
FOX SPORTS News will continue on Foxtel Channel 500, produced by News24 on behalf of the Foxtel Group.
News24 Regional will carry selected programs on Channel 56 in dedicated regional markets across New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. The News24 Now FAST channel will be available on compatible Samsung and LG Smart TVs.
News24 Radio, an audio stream of the channel, will be available on DAB+ in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, as well as through the News24 Australia app, Nova Player and Smooth Player apps.
New website and app
The network will also launch News24.com.au and the News24 Australia app on 27 July.
Through a streaming subscription, users will be able to access opinion programs, political coverage, breaking news, sport, weather, business insights and documentaries across four dedicated channels.
London bureau to open
News24 will expand its international reporting network with a new London bureau, opening in November from the News UK building at London Bridge.
Staś Butler, currently Asia Correspondent in Taipei, has been appointed Senior Europe Correspondent and will begin in the role in November.
The London bureau will add to the network’s existing international presence in Washington D.C., Taiwan and Wellington.
In Australia, News24’s bureau network includes Canberra’s Parliament House, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Perth, Adelaide, Darwin and Hobart, alongside its new broadcast centre and studios at News Corp Australia’s Sydney headquarters.
Programming from launch
The News24 schedule will retain many of the network’s established programs and presenters.
Weekday programming includes First Edition with Peter Stefanovic, AM Agenda with Laura Jayes, NewsDay with Kieran Gilbert, Afternoon Agenda with Tom Connell and Ashleigh Gillon, and Business Now with Ross Greenwood.
Opinion programming will include The Kenny Report, Credlin, The Bolt Report, Sharri, Paul Murray Live, The Late Debate and The Rita Panahi Show.
Weekend programming will include Weekend First Edition, Weekend NewsDay, Sunday Agenda, Outsiders, Business Weekend, The Jaimee Rogers Show and The Macpherson Angle.
The network will also continue producing YouTube-first programs, including Power Hour, Danica Goes Global and The James Bolt Show.
Sky News Australia began broadcasting on 19 February 1996 as Australia’s first 24-hour news channel. It is operated by Australian News Channel Pty Ltd, which is owned by News Corp Australia.
Top image: The News24 on-air team