Netflix has opened a new office on the traditional land of the Gadigal people in Chippendale, Sydney cementing what it called “a bright future” for the next decade of Australian stories. Netflix Co-CEO Greg Peters welcomed a room full of Australian creatives, policymakers, media and industry peers to the new hub that will serve as […]
The Seven Network has renewed its long standing output deal with ITV Studios until 2029. This multi-year agreement will see Seven extend its first look agreement for all ITV scripted and non-scripted finished content from around the world to run across Seven’s suite of channels and platforms in Australia. Among the new scripted titles that […]
Amagi, a specialist in cloud-based SaaS technology for broadcast and connected TV (CTV), has announced its collaboration with Samsung TV Plus and news publisher LeadStory to launch a personalised FAST channel, built on a patent-pending technology from Amagi. The new offering, Your News Channel by LeadStory; was initially launched in Australia and New Zealand. It […]
Qvest, a specialist in media-focused consulting- and technology services and Nine Networks, Australia’s largest media company, have expanded their collaboration and successfully upgraded the Channel 9 station in Melbourne. In addition to the news, sports and post-production environment, the playout infrastructure was also completely renewed. The sender network now benefits from aligned workflows, increased security […]
With a variety of local streaming services owning exclusive sports rights and several international streamers investing in the genre, Australian SVoD spending on sports is uncharacteristically high. A report from Ampere Analysis explores why the country’s broadcasting landscape is unique. Key report facts: In 2023, Australia-based SVoDs dedicated 21 per cent of their overall content […]
Bluey’s Brisbane, a new digital series, has launched ahead of the opening of the Bluey’s World Brisbane immersive experience. Produced by BBC Studios and Ludo Studio, in association with Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA) and Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ), Bluey’s Brisbane is a comedic travelogue that brings Bluey’s world to life – for real life – by showcasing the best of Brisbane. Hosted by […]
Paramount Australia and Football Australia have announced a multi-year and multi-platform agreement to broadcast an extended package of CommBank Matildas and Subway Socceroos’ games on Network 10 and Paramount+ in Australia, through to 2028. Under the agreement, Network 10 and Paramount+ will become the exclusive home to all Australian Women’s Senior National Team matches for […]
Prime Video has announced that Australian Original The Office will premiere on the platform on October 18th. The comedy series is the thirteenth version of the global hit franchise and has the first-ever female lead in the iconic role – comedian and actor Felicity Ward (Time Bandits, Wakefield, The Inbetweeners 2) – who plays Hannah […]
News Corp is considering selling Foxtel, its Australian cable TV and streaming unit, after receiving an approach. A potential deal, reported by Reuters, would end its involvement in a high-overhead asset that has struggled to adapt to the streaming era. News Corp confirmed it was considering the deal in a trading update in which the […]
Extreme E, the electric off-road racing series, has announced a new broadcast partnership with Australian public broadcaster, SBS. This collaboration will bring Extreme E’s races to a wide Australian audience through both free-to-air and digital platforms. Extreme E X Prix in 2024 will be available to Australian viewers on SBS, one of the country’s primary […]