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M+C Saatchi and advertising agency MBO halt management buyout
"It was ultimately determined that a transaction could not be concluded on terms acceptable to all stakeholders."
By Nama Winston – 5 hours ago
Today's Media Snapshot
- 'It's suss': Karl Stefanovic vanishes as podcast goes silent
- One Nation filmed ejecting the ABC and The Guardian from press conference
- Uber retail marketing manager exits amid 10% global cuts
- Just 9% of young Aussies have a “very positive” relationship with social media
- Neptune Blanket stung $59,400 over refund and warranty claims
- Can your boss TikTok you after hours?
- South Park uses Emmy win to troll Trump because why wouldn't they?
Latest Media
One Nation filmed ejecting the ABC and The Guardian from press conference
“Thank you for coming, that gentleman will show you out."
by Nama Winston – 10 hours ago
'It's suss': Karl Stefanovic vanishes as podcast goes silent
The independent show has gone quiet after its sponsor walked away, months after the podcast triggered his sudden exit.
by Natasha Lee – 10 hours ago
Xander McGuire lifts the lid on AFL’s media machine
Inside the AFL media machine, McGuire reveals why every word matters and why three mates decided to hit record together.
by Natasha Lee – 10 hours ago
Big Brother finally reveals when it’s back
The reality franchise is moving into its new Brisbane home, with a fresh group of Aussies preparing to enter the house soon.
by Natasha Lee – 11 hours ago
Latest Agency & Marketing
The sports fan has changed. News Australia says marketers haven’t
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by Tom Gosby – 10 hours ago
The Sydney Royal Easter Show has a 7.5-hour audience. Brands must earn it
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Uber retail marketing manager exits amid 10% global cuts
Margot Deltour departs as Uber confirms 3,300 roles cut worldwide, including in Australia.
by Nama Winston – 9 hours ago
Boomtown opens 2027 Insiders applications for emerging agency talent
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Foxtel to get new CEO as Patrick Delany set to move to London
“Two sources, not permitted to speak publicly, confirmed the change, which could be announced as early as this week.”
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Ryan Stokes appointed chair of Southern Cross Media Group
It comes as Southern Cross reshapes board oversight following its merger with Seven West Media Group.
by Natasha Lee – Sep 6, 2026
Uber retail marketing manager exits amid 10% global cuts
Margot Deltour departs as Uber confirms 3,300 roles cut worldwide, including in Australia.
by Nama Winston – 9 hours ago
AI & Tech
Can your boss TikTok you after hours?
An after-hours TikTok dispute offers an early glimpse at where work ends, your phone begins and employment law steps in.
by Natasha Lee – 9 hours ago
Havas launches AI production hub POP Australia
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Clive Dickens' Meliora Creative’s first bets span AI, wagering and a mini-Sphere
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by Natasha Lee – Sep 2, 2026
Newsfeed
M+C Saatchi and advertising agency MBO halt management buyout
"It was ultimately determined that a transaction could not be concluded on terms acceptable to all stakeholders."
by Nama Winston – 5 hours ago
Just 9% of young Aussies have a “very positive” relationship with social media
The rise of doomscrolling has reshaped how Australians spend their time and even how they see themselves.
by Staff Writer – 6 hours ago
Hyperlocal News folds five Melbourne mastheads into The Melburnian
The citywide title combines five community newspapers, with an 80,000-copy monthly print run and consolidated digital platform.
by Tom Gosby – 8 hours ago
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Lynx moulds Dyson Daniels into an absurd fragrance holder
Thinkerbell turns Dyson Daniels’ physique into an extravagant holder for Lynx Fine Fragrance.
by Tom Gosby – 8 hours ago
Neptune Blanket stung $59,400 over refund and warranty claims
The online retailer paid $59,400 after three ACCC infringement notices concerning consumer rights and warranty wording.
by Tom Gosby – 9 hours ago
Uber retail marketing manager exits amid 10% global cuts
Margot Deltour departs as Uber confirms 3,300 roles cut worldwide, including in Australia.
by Nama Winston – 9 hours ago
Can your boss TikTok you after hours?
An after-hours TikTok dispute offers an early glimpse at where work ends, your phone begins and employment law steps in.
by Natasha Lee – 9 hours ago
'It's suss': Karl Stefanovic vanishes as podcast goes silent
The independent show has gone quiet after its sponsor walked away, months after the podcast triggered his sudden exit.
by Natasha Lee – 10 hours ago
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