Host announced for this year's Mediaweek 100 event

Mediaweek is delighted to announce that Belinda Russell will host this year’s Mediaweek 100 - the annual celebration of the most influential figures shaping Australia’s media industry.

A familiar face to TV audiences across the country, Russell is one of Australian television’s most trusted and dynamic presenters.

Known for her energy, warmth and sharp interviewing style, she has built a career across news, lifestyle and entertainment, connecting with viewers (who also love her regular dance videos).

She is now a weather presenter for Sydney's flagship 6pm news bulletin. She also regularly presents Nine News Now and occasionally joins Weekend Today.

This is the second time Russell has hosted the Mediaweek 100, now in its fourth year. This year, the event takes plan on Friday, 24 October 2025 at Crown Sydney.

More than just a roll-call of names, this year's list will capture the diverse mix of executives, innovators, and disruptors whose decisions and influence have defined the industry over the past 12 months.

You can buy individual tickets, a half table or a full table for the three course lunch at the impressive Pearl Ballroom at the Crown Sydney.

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This year, the Mediaweek 100 has a new format, as the 100 leaders are celebrated across five themed categories.

These are the Power 20, Growth 20, Innovation 20, Influence 20, and Impact 20, are each ranked from 20 to 1. 

The Media Agency 50 has also evolved. Shaped with input from an independent advisory board, it celebrates the leaders and teams in Australia’s media agencies.

With refreshed criteria focused on innovation, impact and culture - rather than just scale - this list highlights those truly setting benchmarks for excellence.

For event enquiries, including questions around tickets, contact Head of Editorial Operations, Sarah Chapman.