Media & marketing
America’s ABC takes stars off-air after romance revealed
Anchors T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach had been pulled from the network’s daytime talk show just days after their romantic relationship became public and turned into a tabloid sensation.
- by John Koblin and Michael M. Grynbaum
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First came the giant advertising screens - now it’s plus-sized payphones
New Telstra payphones are coming to inner Sydney streets, with Wi-Fi and USB chargers, but they’ll be much bigger.
- by Michael Koziol
Government to scrutinise media laws as NZ forces Google, Meta to bargain
The New Zealand government will attempt to force Google and Meta into commercial negotiations after a landmark report into Australia’s media code was released.
- by Zoe Samios and Jessica Yun
Senator pursues details of ABC’s top exec salaries despite failure
Henderson has already tabled two motions in the Senate - both were rejected by Labor, the Greens and Senator David Pocock.
- by Zoe Samios
Cruella, no sport and dentist aspirations: A glimpse inside the world of Abbie Chatfield
Abbie Chatfield reveals her guilty streaming pleasure, her favourite film and her dislike of sport.
- by Zoe Samios
TikTok, YouTube could be targeted under Australia’s media code
The federal government is considering whether it should use landmark laws to force tech platforms such as YouTube and TikTok to negotiate with news outlets.
- by Zoe Samios and Nick Bonyhady
Gay Alcorn to step down as editor of The Age
Michael Bachelard will run the masthead until a permanent replacement is found.
- by Zoe Samios
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Publishing
Ex-staff take on embattled news start-up over unpaid wages
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission is also examining the company’s conduct.
- by Zoe Samios
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Streaming
Nine and Foxtel prepare for battle as HBO bosses fly to town
Meetings in Sydney this week will influence where Australians can watch hit shows such as House of the Dragon and Succession in the future.
- by Zoe Samios and Nick Bonyhady
Snapchat a step ahead on privacy as data rules tighten
Just as Facebook’s owner Meta is cutting its spending on news and media, Snap wants to bolster its partnerships to fuel its TikTok-like Spotlight section.
- by Zoe Samios
From milko to MP: The hobbies and habits of Ed Husic
Federal Industry and Science Minister Ed Husic reveals his love of Tim Tams and the best piece of advice he ever received (which came from his mum).
- by Lisa Visentin