PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderAudacious advertising raid: Independent agency poaches six stars from top creative firmThe move targets one of NZ's best creative agencies ahead of several Government tenders.19 Oct 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Excited': NZME names senior Warehouse leader as new chief financial officerJo Hempstead will join NZME in January, replacing David Mackrell.19 Oct 07:48 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider6pm swansong: Simon Dallow set to step down from TVNZ newsreading role; Amazing Race in NZ - with All Black powerNorth & South magazine's battle; Opinion: BSA goes rogue - a deliberate strategy? 17 Oct 05:02 AM
WellingtonPolly eyes Parliament? High-profile former broadcaster hints at bid for political office The ex-radio host said she wouldn't run for a right-wing party.17 Oct 01:23 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderBSA v The Platform: 'They should all be sacked' - businessman says he will help fund legal actionBSA 'has made a serious error of judgment' in claiming jurisdiction over online platform.15 Oct 05:32 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'We're going to war': Broadcasting watchdog claims authority over The Platform; Sean Plunket hits outWinston Peters says BSA position 'outrageous'; BSA says it's aware of ramifications.15 Oct 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderBan lifted: TV ads can now be screened on Sunday mornings, Christmas DayThe Government celebrates support for media industry – will $6m a year make a difference?14 Oct 09:11 AM
LifestyleI talk to celebrities about their mental health. This is what I’ve learntAngie Grey's conversations with stars aim to break stigma.10 Oct 07:59 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'They need to get faster': RNZ Morning Report co-host steps down - who's in line for flagship?A strong list of candidates gives new RNZ audio boss the chance to stamp a new direction.10 Oct 07:19 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderRevealed: Surge in complaints upheld by TVNZ, CEO's bonus for cost targets; Pizza, cannabis don't mix – ad watchdogJodi O'Donnell leads TVNZ back to profit; Top screen industry CEO resigns, sounds warning.10 Oct 12:32 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderMāori broadcasting shake-up: The Hui loses public funding, Te Karere set to face cutsThe Hui misses out on $1m from Te Māngai Pāho; Te Karere funding is also set to be cut.08 Oct 09:14 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderRugby betting complaint: Sky TV changes Israel Dagg promo; Cartoonist invests in The PlatformSurprise move: Is TVNZ closer to sale?; Top ad executive leaving OMD for new venture.03 Oct 09:59 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderOff air: RNZ cuts shows, roles and youth brand as part of slashed budget'Tahi has not reached target audience to extent that would justify continuing to fund it.'01 Oct 01:49 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderBank on it: Top Kiwi marketer on a scary way to lure new customers - and talking the CFO's languageWestpac CMO: 'We definitely need to be seen as a growth engine and not a cost line.'30 Sep 04:02 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderTVNZ turbulence: Chair departing early in surprise move; Outspoken ex-NZME investor turns to SkyThe Traitors Oz show to be filmed in NZ; TVNZ apologises for daytime screening of ad.25 Sep 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderAd battle: Is Briscoes Lady on move? Tom Phillips injunction: Ex-TV journo v media; Unauthorised Ardern book coverThe rise of top lawyer Linda Clark; New F1 TV rights deal; Unauthorised Ardern book cover.19 Sep 10:18 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderRNZ shake-up: Top commercial media boss appointed to public broadcaster's boardThe appointment comes as the Government seeks a boost in RNZ audiences and trust levels.18 Sep 05:53 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderThe NY Times employs more journalists than NZ. 'News deserts' emerging in some small towns, cities, regions - thinktankDiscussion paper pinpoints some areas most at risk: 'We stand ... in encroaching sand.'17 Sep 09:49 PM
BusinessMoney Talks: 'Are hair transplants tax deductible?' Sam Wallace on the cost of staying in the spotlightThe Coast FM presenter says his attitude to money is similar to his attitude to fitness.17 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderBusinessman Jim Grenon lifts investment in media firm NZMEGrenon's investment follows similar acquisitions from fellow board members.15 Sep 07:28 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Cloth-eared clowns' - Sam Neill v RNZ; Sky TV wins Olympics; Tom Phillips doco registered for public rebateRegional media firm saved by business identity; Big battle looms to be ANZ's ad agency. 12 Sep 09:55 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'They've saved the day for us': Regional media firm, 20 jobs rescued by local identityFirm owed more than $600,000 and most creditors will miss out - but jobs have been saved.12 Sep 09:55 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderMediaWorks to be split into two companies - will radio arm be sold off?MediaWorks' outdoor advertising arm QMS to be a standalone firm, reporting to Australia.09 Sep 10:47 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Kill it immediately': Tom Phillips doco fears - reality TV legend given exclusive police accessPolice respond to media call to scrap doco; Julie Christie: 'It's really important to me.'09 Sep 09:03 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay couple marry during halftime at rugby matchThe pair won a radio contest to wed on the 22m line at McLean Park.07 Sep 01:59 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderNZ on Air-Film Commission merger plan scrapped; 'My phone blew up': Scammers target McRobertsRNZ plans to ditch youth brand; Sunday TV ad ban latest; A new Spinoff editor.05 Sep 08:40 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'A great ride': Rich-lister exits The Platform; Sean Plunket takes 100% ownershipPlunket expresses 'gratitude to the Wright family for what they have done for journalism'.04 Sep 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Saint Sinead' loses love: Angry Stuff journalists target CEO; RNZ boss on Morning Report's locationNZME has 'a bit to prove', says leading analyst, following publisher's half-year results.28 Aug 09:03 PM
CompaniesNZME announces 12% boost in operating earnings, posts $400,000 net lossThe company also revealed the Herald's new editorial advisory board.25 Aug 09:16 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Hurtful', 'distressing': RNZ staff fume over scathing review; Sky inks new rugby dealHugh Grant praises NZ journo's work; Stripe saga - boss' ex-home for sale.22 Aug 04:23 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Do those who manage rugby want to see a crowd?OPINION: Decision-makers did do what they thought right at that time during Covid.17 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderSavage review: Who can save RNZ ratings and CEO's legacy? Air NZ safety video up in the (AI) airInside the scathing RNZ review; Battle lines drawn at Stuff as journos eye strike action.14 Aug 07:15 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Some people shouldn’t be on air': RNZ review urges new talent, reveals 'blame-shifting, low ambition'Independent report calls for urgent action to halt - and rebuild - falling ratings.14 Aug 02:13 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Widespread burnout': Many people have opinions of the media; here's how journalists and industry workers are feelingA new survey of journalists reveals 'emotional exhaustion' amid 'sobering' results.12 Aug 09:09 PM