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Today's Media Snapshot
- Sydney Sweeney has been used in an election ad with a twist
- Omnicom’s job cuts near end as IPG integration wraps up
- New report shows linear TV is losing the battle of the box to streaming
- Ben Roberts-Smith's online clothing brand explodes with orders
- KIIS Melbourne’s Ash London takes the panel: 'I’m being set up to win'
- Australia Post CEO Paul Graham to retire
- 'You Can See Everything' director Lance Oppenheim accused of stealing public defender films
Latest Media
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Sydney Sweeney has been used in an election ad with a twist
Another day, another clickbait Sydney Sweeney ad - this time, she's being arrested.
by Nama Winston – 8 hours ago
Ben Roberts-Smith's online clothing brand explodes with orders
“I was fighting for Australians then … now they’re fighting for me.”
by Nama Winston – 9 hours ago
KIIS Melbourne’s Ash London takes the panel: 'I’m being set up to win'
The fourth option in New Zealand, now running KIIS Melbourne breakfast from the panel. Ash London says it is all timing.
by Natasha Lee – 12 hours ago
'You Can See Everything' director Lance Oppenheim accused of stealing public defender films
The Primetime director is having a monster month at the box office. One Louisiana investigator wants to talk about 2018.
by Natasha Lee – 10 hours ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
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Omnicom’s job cuts near end as IPG integration wraps up
With the IPG integration substantially complete, the group is on course for a 15,000-role reduction and US$900m savings.
by Staff Writer – 8 hours ago
Beyond’27: why News Australia chose intimacy over scale
Five category sessions, one Holt Street HQ, zero ballrooms. Monika Toth on why News Australia chose intimacy over scale.
by Natasha Lee – 8 hours ago
Boomtown unveils 11-strong 2027 Insiders council
Zenith and OMD supply two members each as the regional collective reports double the applications for its second intake.
by Staff Writer – 9 hours ago
Julie Matthews launches independent creative studio DOSE
Former OMD creative leader is targeting brands and agencies with a flexible model built around senior creative expertise
by Staff Writer – 10 hours ago
Industry Movers
Australia Post CEO Paul Graham to retire
The postal operator has begun its search for a successor as it pursues reforms across its parcels and letters businesses.
by Natasha Lee – 9 hours ago
PHD names Ali Jones Sydney managing director
Pia Coyle takes on a national investment role as PHD reshapes its leadership following ANZ retention and Officeworks win.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 21, 2026
Disney names Carol Choi Asia Pacific President as Luke Kang retires after 16 years
Carol Choi will take over as president of The Walt Disney Company’s Asia Pacific operations, following Luke Kang’s decision to retire after 16 years.
by Lauren McNamara – Oct 20, 2026
Uber Advertising names Angus Keene head of ANZ
Angus Keene: "Uber’s mobility and delivery platforms offers an authentic connection to real-world moments that is intrinsically unique to Uber."
by Alisha Buaya – Oct 19, 2026
AI & Tech
Australia to sue Meta over child safety concerns
"We are aware of this claim and we will defend ourselves vigorously."
by Nama Winston – Oct 22, 2026
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Only 1 in 5 young Aussies say using their mobile to call is their main use
The findings also help explain the growing appeal of foldable smartphones.
by Staff Writer – Oct 23, 2026
AgenticAdvertising.org launches Australian chapter as News Australia tips AI agents for half of ad spend
Founding member Paul Oyama says the new chapter will give local publishers a voice as AI agents start transacting media.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 21, 2026
OpenAI says fake journalists planted Iran war op-eds
Seven writers filed roughly 100 articles across about a dozen outlets. None of them exists.
by Natasha Lee – Oct 19, 2026
Newsfeed
RACV’s ‘As It Should Be’ campaign showcases member moments that matter most
"Saying the quiet thing out loud can be a revolutionary act."
by Staff Writer – 5 hours ago
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BIG W reveals next phase of ‘How good’s Christmas?’ campaign celebrating real mums
Real mums handed the mic as BIG W celebrates the moment they can take that well-earned exhale.
by Staff Writer – 5 hours ago
Channel 7's Katie Brown to quit Sunrise for sports
Brown is currently working on Seven's coverage of the Rugby League World Cup.
by Nama Winston – 7 hours ago
Omnicom’s job cuts near end as IPG integration wraps up
With the IPG integration substantially complete, the group is on course for a 15,000-role reduction and US$900m savings.
by Staff Writer – 8 hours ago
Sydney Sweeney has been used in an election ad with a twist
Another day, another clickbait Sydney Sweeney ad - this time, she's being arrested.
by Nama Winston – 8 hours ago
New report shows linear TV is losing the battle of the box to streaming
Two-thirds of Australians now prefer streaming to watching TV, and the VFC’s first report says ad dollars should follow suit.
by Natasha Lee – 8 hours ago
Beyond’27: why News Australia chose intimacy over scale
Five category sessions, one Holt Street HQ, zero ballrooms. Monika Toth on why News Australia chose intimacy over scale.
by Natasha Lee – 8 hours ago
‘We’ve found her’: Trump aide touts Nicki Minaj for press secretary
OMG, you guys, it's happening. It's really happening.
by Natasha Lee – 9 hours ago
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