Optus Sells Insurance Business to Likewize Corp
Optus has entered into an agreement to sell 100% of the shares in Optus Insurance Services Pty Limited to Likewize Corp.
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Nine Secures Rugby League Rights Extension
Rugby league coverage will remain on Nine, with a five-year deal which secures the broadcast rights to the game from 2023 to 2027.
Seven Network Ends 2021 as Ratings Winner
Hard on the heels of its victory in the 2021 television ratings survey year, the Seven Network has taken the top spot in television for the calendar year.
Kassia Byrnes Joins news.com.au as Youth Editor
Kassia Byrnes has joined news.com.au as youth editor, it has been confirmed by editor-in-chief Lisa Muxworthy.
Radio Ad Revenue Continue to Grow in Australia
Commercial radio ad revenue recorded positive growth in the month of November with revenue up 14.2% compared to November 2020, according to data released by industry body Commercial Radio Australia.
Andy Park Named ABC RN Drive Presenter
Broadcaster and journalist Andy Park has been announced as the new host of ABC's RN Drive, getting listeners home each weekday with a fresh and in-depth perspective on national and international stories.
ABC Radio Announces 2021 Presenter Changes
ABC Radio has announced its 2021 presenter line ups, which remain relatively stable for all networks, with no changes for ABC Radio Sydney and ABC Radio Melbourne.
Lisa Muxworthy Appointed Editor-in-chief of news.com.au
Lisa Muxworthy has been appointed as the editor-in-chief of news.com.au, it as been announced by News Corp Australia.
Talk Radio Top in Sydney and Melbourne
The final radio ratings of 2020 have showcased the strong and powerful position of Talk Radio, in a year which has highlighted the close and trusted relationship the medium has with millions of listeners across Australia.