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David Walliams accused of sexual misconduct in ITV News and Guardian investigation
Two women say they were 15 when they met him. Walliams denies any wrongdoing as the BBC pulls Little Britain off iPlayer.
By Natasha Lee – 3 hours ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- Smallzy recalls ‘uncomfortable’ Russell Brand kiss
- News Corp Australia doubles down on AI with two hires
- Anna Hannaford named managing director of Forbes Australia
- Popular in-app game ad pulled over domestic abuse depiction
- Qantas outsources 850 roles to Accenture in AI overhaul
- Australians don’t fall in love with platforms. They fall in love with shows.
- Jesinta Franklin fronts new Home Beautiful series
Latest Media

Smallzy recalls ‘uncomfortable’ Russell Brand kiss
The KIIS host replays his 2012 ARIAs audio after Brand’s sentencing, admitting he still doesn’t know how to react to it.
by Natasha Lee – 42 minutes ago

Australians don’t fall in love with platforms. They fall in love with shows.
Love Island Australia proves it: the real value lives between the episodes, and brands like Subway are cashing in on it.
by Tina Andrew – 3 hours ago

Jesinta Franklin fronts new Home Beautiful series
A Gold Coast hinterland build leads Are Media’s video expansion as two magazine brands open their own Amazon shopfronts.
by Staff Writer – 1 hour ago

I raised my kid on David Walliams - I've made a huge mistake
"Computer says no. If I had my time again, perhaps I would stick to Mork and Mindy."
by Nama Winston – Nov 9, 2026
Industry Movers

Anna Hannaford named managing director of Forbes Australia
Founder Michael Lane moves to a non-executive role, as the Chief Operating Officer, since launch, takes over the business.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago

News Corp Australia doubles down on AI with two hires
Two new directors will oversee how the publisher tests emerging tech and runs the platforms behind its digital products.
by Natasha Lee – 2 hours ago

Seven taps Weekend Sunrise EP Holly Fallon to lead LiSTNR news and factual
She will oversee The Briefing, Secrets We Keep, and Big Small Talk and report to Sam Cavanagh, starting 20 January 2027.
by Staff Writer – Nov 9, 2026

Tapt Media appoints Wade Kingsley as Head of Campaign Strategy
The media veteran shifts from consultant to full-timer, bringing his Nova, SCA, and Dentsu experience to the 2GB stable
by Natasha Lee – Nov 9, 2026
AI & Tech

Popular in-app game ad pulled over domestic abuse depiction
The Panel found a man’s treatment of a struggling mother amounted to domestic and psychological abuse under the ad code.
by Natasha Lee – 58 minutes ago

Qantas outsources 850 roles to Accenture in AI overhaul
Most of the work will be delivered from India, with the first changes due by mid-2027 as the airline doubles down on AI.
by Natasha Lee – 2 hours ago

Adobe named Disney’s official AI innovation partner in multi-year deal
Disney is putting AI inside the castle, trained on its own IP, while ESPN digs into its archive. Here’s what Adobe gets.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 9, 2026

GTA didn’t build a game. It built a franchise. Most marketing plans don’t know the difference.
Snap’s Ryan Ferguson on what Rockstar’s GTA VI teaches brands about loyalty, reinvention and the real pull of Kai Cenat.
by Ryan Ferguson – Nov 9, 2026
Newsfeed

FOURTHE partners with Daniel Morcombe Foundation for AI literacy in schools
“Children encounter AI-generated media every day, often without realising it. To build their discernment, we need to show them real examples in a safe setting."
by Staff Writer – 16 minutes ago

Aussie filmmaker has movie cancelled reportedly because of Sam Bradford pod
"This is why I got my film back in the end, because I didn't do anything against my agreement."
by Nama Winston – 29 minutes ago

Smallzy recalls ‘uncomfortable’ Russell Brand kiss
The KIIS host replays his 2012 ARIAs audio after Brand’s sentencing, admitting he still doesn’t know how to react to it.
by Natasha Lee – 42 minutes ago

Amplify signs first AiMCO Awards and Summit naming deal
The creator agency will take naming rights, stage talent and a keynote slot as the industry event moves to a bigger venue.
by Staff Writer – 54 minutes ago

Popular in-app game ad pulled over domestic abuse depiction
The Panel found a man’s treatment of a struggling mother amounted to domestic and psychological abuse under the ad code.
by Natasha Lee – 58 minutes ago

Omnicom Media names Asier Carazo Chief Strategy Officer
The Atomic 212° strategy boss takes up a new group-level role across OMD, PHD, UM, Initiative, and more in January 2027.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago

Anna Hannaford named managing director of Forbes Australia
Founder Michael Lane moves to a non-executive role, as the Chief Operating Officer, since launch, takes over the business.
by Natasha Lee – 1 hour ago
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Kayo's Summer of the Century: "An unprecedented level of first-class cricket all the way until March.”
“We continue to see with the innovation that we bring, we've been able to bring in a number of new smaller brands as well as the big ones, which is exciting.”
by Nama Winston – 1 hour ago

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