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Radio legend Peter 'Boz' Bosly dies aged 85
"There's not many people in this industry who are universally loved – but Peter Bosly was exactly that."
By Staff Writer – 14 hours ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- I raised my kid on David Walliams - I've made a huge mistake
- Kim Kardashian's Skims has skimmed on its Advent calendar, forced to offer refunds
- Adobe named Disney’s official AI innovation partner in multi-year deal
- Isn't it time we had an ugly James Bond? You know, for diversity
- Vinyl Group ranks 27th in AFR Fast 100 on 94.6% revenue growth
- Skydance to bundle Paramount+ and HBO Max in 2027
- ACCC puts Black Friday countdown timers on notice
Latest Media
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 – 17 hours ago
Russell Brand jailed for 10 and a half years for rape and sexual assault
The former BBC Radio 2 host must serve two-thirds of his term in custody and stay on the sex offenders register for life.
by Natasha Lee – 19 hours ago
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Vinyl Group ranks 27th in AFR Fast 100 on 94.6% revenue growth
Revenue climbed from $4.97m to $18.82m in two years, landing the ASX microcap second among listed companies on the list.
by Natasha Lee – 18 hours ago
Isn't it time we had an ugly James Bond? You know, for diversity
Hollywood will give a character actor a volcano and a private army. Why is a dinner jacket still such a big ask for 007?
by Natasha Lee – 19 hours ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
McCain renews Big Brother deal as Friday Night Games returns
The snack brand is back in the house for a second year, with circus games, two rival teams, and a shiny trophy at stake.
by Staff Writer – Nov 9, 2026
Nova and BrandSpace put radio and retail media to work for BYD this Christmas
The campaign spans Nova FM, Westfield screens, and a live Fitzy, Wippa & Kate street party with up to $50,000 in prizes.
by Staff Writer – 18 hours ago
YoPRO and the Australian Open extend partnership
YoPRO will continue to fuel performance, recovery and progress as Official Partner of the Australian Open, building on a successful debut at AO26.
by Staff Writer – Nov 8, 2026
Publicis vs WPP: Industry rolls its eyes at handshake spat
The online jury has spoken, and neither holding company won. Staff just want raises and some sleep.
by Natasha Lee – Nov 8, 2026
Industry Movers
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 – 17 hours ago
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
Troy Bramston resigns from The Australian after 15 years
“I'm looking for new career opportunities while I can continue to write books.”
by Nama Winston – Nov 8, 2026
Atomic 212° goes on a hiring spree after its record growth year
Three new roles and a Sydney GM on maternity cover follow a 27% rise that made it RECMA’s fastest-growing agency of 2025
by Staff Writer – Nov 4, 2026
AI & Tech
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 – 16 hours ago
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 – 19 hours ago
Lots of companies are building Digital Twins. Almost none are marking them.
Parallel’s Rob Hall says synthetic audiences are flooding media plans, yet few vendors publish proof they mirror people.
by Rob Hall – 18 hours ago
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Two Australian firms to launch class action against Meta
“Atreyu did not stand a chance against algorithms that could follow him home," says mum of teen who took his life.
by Nama Winston – Nov 3, 2026
Newsfeed
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acta flips the script for talent sourcing with Australia’s first complete directory
"It saves time, it saves money, ethically supports talent and it widens who can be reached. And it does all of that without costing the talent a thing.”
by Staff Writer – 13 hours ago
NSW opens $80m master media tender to independent agencies
Australian-owned indies can bid alone or as a consortium for the estimated $80m account, with the tender closing 27 Nov.
by Staff Writer – 14 hours ago
Radio legend Peter 'Boz' Bosly dies aged 85
"There's not many people in this industry who are universally loved – but Peter Bosly was exactly that."
by Staff Writer – 14 hours ago
Kim Kardashian's Skims has skimmed on its Advent calendar, forced to offer refunds
The $150 calendar is apparently so bad, some have accused Kardashian of a marketing stunt.
by Nama Winston – 15 hours ago
Seven names Natasha Coxhead TV and streaming finance lead
The former Paramount executive will oversee investment and cost initiatives across Seven’s broadcast and streaming arms.
by Natasha Lee – 15 hours ago
The Trade Desk makes three ANZ and APAC leadership moves
Ellyse Kostoglou takes charge of ANZ business development as Stephanie Famolaro steps into a broader Asia Pacific remit.
by Staff Writer – 16 hours ago
'Dream layoff?': The unexpected carnage from the Canva job losses
“Have we lost our collective mind? Canva is laying off 22% of its staff."
by Nama Winston – 16 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 – 16 hours ago
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