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Entertainment Group launches the ‘Gathering for Good’ initiative
CEO Heidi Halson tackles donor fatigue and a cost of living crisis with celebration and collaboration.
by Duane Hatherly – Feb 20, 2026
CMO Spotlight: Hisense’s Michelle Wee on redefining value
The Hisense marketing lead champions the power of sports sponsorships, and why brand is performance.
by Mediaweek – Feb 20, 2026
WBD to Ellison: empty the piggy bank, you have seven days
WBD rejects Ellison’s sweetened bid... but sets a seven-day deadline for a final offer, as Netflix is put on ice.
by Duane Hatherly – Feb 18, 2026
End of an era: NBCU to close Matchbox Pictures after 18 years
Universal International Studios shutters Matchbox Pictures marking a major shift in Australian production.
by Duane Hatherly – Feb 17, 2026
500 jobs in limbo as Barbeques Galore enters administration
It comes following what the retailer described as ongoing cash flow pressure.
by Mediaweek – Feb 13, 2026
Netflix slashes product team roles amid leadership reshuffle
The changes come following a top technology appointment.
by Mediaweek – Feb 13, 2026
Ellison’s newest Paramount play for WBD: cash sweeteners
After the 'Project Eagle' leak, Ellison ups the ante with a break-up fee and governance promises to kill the Netflix bid.
by Duane Hatherly – Feb 11, 2026
Bob Iger finally lets it go: Josh D’Amaro named Disney CEO
The House of Mouse has a new heir. D’Amaro takes the throne and Iger exits in March.
by Duane Hatherly – Feb 4, 2026
Nine shifts NBN to WIN as regional affiliate
The move comes amid an unfolding transformation at Nine that has already seen the sale of its national radio network.
by Mediaweek – Jan 30, 2026
The business of experience: Lyndey Milan’s new Greek odyssey
The culinary icon is combining business strategy and personal legacy.
by Duane Hatherly – Jan 27, 2026
Cash is king: Netflix coughs up to crush Paramount’s WBD bid
Netflix and WBD have switched their merger to an all-cash deal, effectively neutering Paramount's hostile bid.
by Duane Hatherly – Jan 21, 2026
Ads enter the chat as OpenAI squares up Google’s Gemini
From now on, every prompt may be used as a commercialised pathway.
by Vihan Mathur – Jan 19, 2026
Sydney producer goes global with ‘Narco Mennonites’
Sherry Fynbo’s Aussie prodco, Last Word Entertainment is behind a powerful new cartel docu-series.
by Duane Hatherly – Jan 15, 2026
Paramount sues WBD: “Show us the math or see you in court”
The suit demands the board prove why the Netflix merger beats a $30-per-share cash payout.
by Duane Hatherly – Jan 13, 2026
WBD to Paramount: Read our lips, it’s still a no
Warner Bros. Discovery has formally rejected Paramount Skydance’s hostile bid... again.
by Duane Hatherly – Jan 8, 2026
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