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Seven delays Big Brother payments amid share price struggles
Seven West Media has delayed payment for major flagship program Big Brother as shares in the television network slumped to fresh record lows ahead of its half-year financial results.
SOURCE: SMH
ANDREW O’KEEFE requests more time off THE CHASE as mental demons strike again
The Seven Network has confirmed filming of the popular quiz show The Chase has again been suspended, with host Andrew O’Keefe requesting more time to deal with emotional issues.
SOURCE: TV Blackbox
HBO signals Australian streaming push as Foxtel, Stan jostle for content
US entertainment giant HBO has officially secured a local trademark for a streaming service in a clear sign the entertainment giant behind Game of Thrones and The Wire is considering setting up a standalone business in Australia.
Source: SMH
OPINION | Bushfire crisis: Why we owe the media an enourmous ‘thank you’
At 9:36am on New Year’s Eve, the streetlights in Tathra, NSW, sprang to life – so dark was it, as the fierce red hue engulfed the skyline, that the automatic sensors had awakened them well after their regular overnight shift had ended.
SOURCE: TV Blackbox
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Miguel Maestre Is Crowned King Of The Jungle
In the I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! Season 6 Grand Finale, celebrity chef Miguel Maestre was crowned King Of The Jungle 2020, winning $100,000 for his chosen charity, R U OK?
SOURCE: TV Blackbox
Q&A forced to relocate due to bushfires
The ABC has been forced to move production of the premiere episode of Q&A due to the ongoing bushfire crisis.
SOURCE: TV Blackbox
Home & Away cuts same-sex kiss
A same-sex kiss between Home & Away‘s Alex (Zoe Ventoura) and Willow (Sarah Roberts) was cut from Australian broadcasting, but screened in New Zealand, which Seven blames on “human error.”
SOURCE: TV Tonight
Local media startup TICKER continues to expand with new streaming apps
Ticker continues its growth as Australia’s leading business, tech and startup network. Over the coming weeks, Ticker will roll out brand new apps so more viewers can experience Ticker content on television and for the first time, on Android.
SOURCE: TV Blackbox
Ben Elton’s plea to Australian TV networks
British comedian Ben Elton opens up about the “feeding frenzy” that led to the failure of his high-profile comedy series on the Nine Network eight years ago.
SOURCE: Stellar
Garden expert Charlie Albone joins cast of Better Homes and Gardens on Seven
Seven has confirmed that landscape design expert, Charlie Albone, is joining the team of presenters on Better Homes and Gardens this year.
SOURCE: TV Blackbox
Australian Open dominates week for Nine
Big TV crowds for the Australian Open has given Nine a huge week in summer ratings.
SOURCE: TV Tonight
DENHAM HITCHCOCK | HELLFIRE: THE BATTLE OF COBARGO
Last week I explained why I believe the media deserves an enormous ‘thank you’ for the important role they played during the bushfire crisis. Their coverage not only kept us up-to-date with vital information as it unfolded – it also gave a voice to the people affected by the crisis, allowing them to feel seen and supported at the worst time of their lives.
This week, the spotlight continues to be shone on the human impact of the devastating bushfire season in the Seven News special Hellfire: The Battle of Cobargo. I spoke with host, Denham Hitchcock.
SOURCE: TV Blackbox
PRESS RELEASE: Nicole Bence appointed Network Digital Sales Director
Kurt Burnette, Seven West Media (ASX: SWM) Chief Revenue Officer, today announced the appointment of Nicole Bence as Network Digital Sales Director, commencing in the role on Monday, 10 February 2020.
Mr Burnette said: “I am delighted to welcome Nicole to the Seven team. Nicole brings with her a wealth of experience from her time transforming the Pacific Magazines commercial team across print, digital and data, to a full 360 audience connection company.
“I’m excited for Nicole to be joining us as we head into a new era of screen convergence, data and innovation. With Tokyo 2020 and the continuing rapid growth of 7plus, 2020 is a key year for our digital sales team, and Nicole is the perfect person to lead it.”
Ms Bence joins Seven from Pacific Magazines, where she was responsible for leading their commercial team through a period of significant business transformation that brought together digital and print teams to drive business results. Prior to her time at Pacific, Ms Bence was Digital Commercial Director for NOVA Entertainment, and led the sales and strategy for kidspot.com.au and taste.com.au at News Corporation’s NewsLifeMedia.
Ms Bence said: “It’s a privilege to be joining Seven at this time. With Tokyo 2020 fast approaching and more than 5 million consumers set to engage with our digital assets, I couldn’t be more excited to help contribute to the next phase of Seven’s digital growth. The team have driven incredible momentum in market and I look forward to harnessing their passion and talent as we continue to realise the full value of our powerful audiences, and deliver meaningful business growth for our clients.”
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