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TV's ratings giant: How co-creator David Barbour makes The Block auctions sparkle
The post-production guru on making the Sunday night deadline, no pressure! ‘There’s a lot of expectation around the auctions episodes.’
by James Manning – Nov 9, 2024

Sue Brenchley and Sam Hall depart Fetch TV
Dominic Arena: 'Sue and Sam have been strong leaders on the front line of Fetch, and I thank them both for their contributions and dedication to Fetch TV over many years.'
by Alisha Buaya – Nov 8, 2024

Sky News a big winner as viewers clamour to watch Donald Trump retake the White House
Tracking Donald Trump’s election day victory gives Sky News highest share ever, with Tom Connell first to call Republican win.
by James Manning – Nov 8, 2024

Media Roundup: Inside Nine and Seven AGMs, Ray Hadley exit and likely 2GB morning replacement, Another 9News departure
Countdown 50: Ted Emery on wild times with Molly, Radio's farewell Thursday – Adelaide's Rush Hour trio sign off, ABC Classic losing manager of Classic and Jazz Kate McGuffie.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 7, 2024

Media Roundup: Trump returns to White House, Nine's cultural reset, News Corp shares, Bruce Lehrmann appeal
Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan pick a Hemsworth for Prime Video's Deadloch 2, The real reason Guy Sebastian quit The Voice.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 6, 2024

Nine's Melbourne Cup 2024 coverage: How did it rate compared to previous years?
Across the entire day, Nine’s broadcast of the Melbourne Cup achieved a National Total TV Reach of 3.7 million.
by Jasper Baumann – Nov 6, 2024

Fox Corp media profits: Revenue up 11% off the back of US election campaigns ads
Lachlan Murdoch: FY 2025 ‘off to a solid start across our portfolio with strong audience growth at Fox News, record political advertising.’
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 6, 2024

BuzzFeed Australia has launched a FAST channel via 10 Play
Julia Willing: 'We’re excited to work with partners to launch new shows and bring to life episodes and segments of existing tentpoles.'
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 6, 2024

Meet the creators of Territory, the epic Netflix hit drama rustling up viewers worldwide
Will there be a second series of Territory? ‘There's a few questions that remain unanswered. We've got answers.’
by James Manning – Nov 6, 2024

Media Roundup: Mike Sneesby heading to US, WIN revenue flat but profit halves, ABC says sorry, Kyle and Jackie O find Canberra audience
Lachlan Murdoch reports record political ad spend at Fox News, Return of the legal procedural, Forgetting to change channels on Cup Day.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 5, 2024

Media Roundup: US election editorials, De Ceglie to shake up late night TV with Eddie? Remembering Quincy Jones, Calling the Cup
Fictional president endorses Kamala Harris, Jackie O's real estate journey, TV viewing time slumps, NRL star tackles trolls, New York Times new sub high – 11m.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 5, 2024

The Block All Stars return for final week of Australia’s biggest TV show
The ultimate sponsorship deal: The Blockheads and the All Stars team up to construct a Disney+ Clubhouse.
by James Manning – Nov 4, 2024

Hamish and Andy aren’t finished yet with Hubbl as they front new Kayo/Netflix bundle deal
‘This new bundle has never been done before in Australia and we’re proud to be changing the game.'
by James Manning – Nov 4, 2024

SBS Upfront 2025: Jane Palfreyman sends messages loud and clear to commercial partners
Keeping it simple: ‘We want to make sure our clients and partners are really clear on the offer.’
by James Manning – Nov 4, 2024

Media Roundup: Nine under the microscope ahead of AGM, SCA TV sale, The Block auction threat, Ali Clarke's brave battle
Media mogul Elon Musk, Netflix's War Machine filming in Victoria, Sydney Housewives battle, Inside Matty Johns' world with no email or computers.
by Mediaweek Admin – Nov 3, 2024

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