Five Of Australia’s Most-Booked Male Speakers Say No To All-Male Panels

B&T's vote for Australia's greatest-ever ad is much like the recent referendum sans the mudslinging and Kamahl.

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Two Australian-born technology providers have joined forces to bring more power and choice to marketers in Australia and New Zealand with mobile messaging that is more local, cost-effective, and integrated. It’s a partnership that sees two Australian software companies come together to deliver a world-class mobile-first solution for marketers building data-driven, personalised, omnichannel campaigns. While […]

PubMatic, Inc. has announced the appointment of Luke Smith as senior director of CTV and online video, APAC. Smith will start his role in the new year, working closely with the APAC and global leadership teams to define and execute the strategy for CTV, OTT, and online video across the region. Smith joins PubMatic from […]

Snap Inc., the technology company that brings the world Snapchat, has announced a host of new appointments to its local team. Lead image: L to R – Dina Bailey, Bethany Rao-Davies, Sarah Ding, Rob Fitzpatrick, Tony, Daniel King, Elise Keeling The new hires include Dina Bailey, ANZ Agency Lead; Daniel King, Senior Client Partner; and […]

Respected broadcaster Michael McLaren (lead image) has been confirmed as the new host of 2GB Afternoons, commencing in January 2024. A long-time listener favourite, McLaren started his radio career at 2GB in 2006 as a program producer. His on-air career kicked off in 2011, first hosting 2GB’s Weekend Overnight program before taking on Australia Overnights […]

Reddit has received a playful brand refresh with a new, more lifelike rendering of its Snoo mascot and two sharper typefaces. It’s the first time the platform has had a lick of paint since 2017, when it first launched its mobile app. The biggest change comes to the platform’s typefaces with Reddit Display and Reddit […]

Amidst shimmering tinsel and dazzling LED Christmas trees, World Square unwraps its gift to Sydney tomorrow, 1st December, when a giant interactive present and advent calendar installation comes to life and becomes an iconic centrepiece of the Square and the entire city. The heart of Sydney’s entertainment, dining and shopping district, World Square is gifting […]

Zitcha and Broadsign have teamed up to integrate the Broadsign out-of-home (OOH) advertising platform with Zitcha’s retail media platform. The collaboration empowers retailers to maximise and monetise in-store digital display networks and enables advertising partners to easily view and book available in-store inventory and review campaign performance alongside the retailer’s other media channels. With the […]

Australia’s National Drag Racing Championship (NDRC) has launched its latest media campaign aimed at engaging fans and building excitement ahead of the summer championship series, via Murmur-Group. The campaign is the first to market since Murmur was appointed to the business earlier this year. Spread across OOH, Radio, Programmatic, Youtube, Meta and BVOD, the campaign […]

Today, 7-Eleven has announced a one-of-a-kind collaboration with the popular Sydney-based anti-resort wear label Double Rainbouu. Dropping tomorrow, December 1, just in time for summer, this limited-edition capsule will infuse the fashion brand’s rebellious spirit with a distinctly iconic 7-Eleven flavour. The unisex collection features five must-have styles comprising two signature Hawaiian shirts, a peaked cap, a bucket hat […]

Free passes to Cannes in Cairns you say? That’s right, calling all editors, producers and journalists — apply for your accreditation now! Cannes in Cairns brings the greatest creative and marketing minds together from across APAC, making it a must-attend event for any and all business, advertising and marketing journalists from Perth to Phuket, from […]

The In-House Agency Council (IHAC) has partnered with Kantar to publish its ‘2023 In-House Agency Landscape Report’, APAC’s only research report focussed on the state of the in-house agency model. The new research follows on from the IHAC’s first study released in August 2021 and aims to provide a current take on the country’s in-housing […]

The Outdoor Media Association (OMA) has announced the winners of the Quarter Three Creative Collection competition for 2023. OMA members submitted 31 entries, including campaigns by JCDecaux, oOh!media, QMS, Scentre Group Brandspace, Cartology, TorchMedia, goa and Val Morgan Outdoor (VMO). Guest judges: Abigail Holmes, Head of Client Strategy & Campaign Solutions, JCDecaux Christine Le Maitre, […]

JOLT, Australia’s third-party verified, sustainable digital-out-of-home and electric vehicle charging network, today announced the launch of a first-to-market product that enables brands to further engage with high-value audiences with its new in-app advertising solution. The first of its kind in Australia’s media industry, this solution provides an unparalleled one-to-one connection with customers, whilst charging their […]

Customer insights platform, Ideally, has expanded its regional footprint as part of its ambitious growth strategy, announcing the appointment of Simon Gawn to lead Australian operations. Ideally appoints Gawn on the back of exponential growth since launching in August this year, already boasting a strong and established Australian-based client roster. Gawn’s immediate remit is to capitalise on Ideally’s significant growth opportunities in Australia, a market five times larger than New Zealand.

Aussie coastal lifestyle brand SurfStitch has announced a bold repositioning with a new brand identity and campaign, “Ready for Everywhere”. Reflecting the brand’s commitment to inspiring people to embrace their lifestyle, whatever it may be, the strategic shift reflects a commitment to facilitating style that adapts to the life its customers lead across a broad […]

Man of Many has Announced Key Hires Amidst a Year of Extraordinary Achievement Lead image: Naman Singh & Alex Martinez Man of Many, recently crowned B&T media platform of the year, Australia’s premier men’s lifestyle digital publication. Announces the addition of two crucial members to its team – Naman Singh as SEO Content Specialist and […]

Australian property site realestate.com.au has announced the extension of its partnership with the Sydney Swans for two further seasons. Lead image: Tom Harley, Owen Wilson and Tom McCartin realestate.com.au has partnered with the Swans since 2016 and has called the back of the club’s iconic guernsey home since becoming a major partner in 2020. This […]

Dessert Masters finale reportedly leaves viewers wanting more. Weight Watchers also keeping a keen eye on things.

Leading independent media agency, Avenue C, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Paula Lopes as Digital Director. Paula, a seasoned professional with over 17 years experience in the media industry, joins Avenue C from her role as Chief Operations Manager of KINESSO (merger of Reprise, Matterkind, and Kinesso specialities).

Dave 'Rabbit' Rabbetts departs Star 104.5 breakfast. Has asked everyone call him Dave for a little bit.

Yoghurt brand in strife over green claims. Meanwhile Mars Bars still getting away with "helps you work, rest & play".

Digital continuing to be advertising's star performer. Although that's not intended as a slur to the humble catalogue.

One of the biggest stories of 2023 looking like it's heading into 2024. Has the legs to even make 2025.

oOh!media brought together more than 260 of its sales, operations, commercial, marketing, finance and leadership teams last week for its national annual revenue and growth conference. Held over two days at the picturesque Rydges Resort in Hunter Valley, the event ‘Fusing people and performance’ focussed on how to build a high-performance mindset and how it […]

Eddie McGuire set to become even more annoying after his game show hosting gig comes to an end.

It's 2023's biggest news stories counted down! And whoever wrote it clearly didn't miss out out Taylor Swift tickets.

It's a win for the free-to-air networks this morning. However, it's not stopped the incessant squabbling between them.

Want stray dogs to follow you home after a night out? This chicken-inspired scent could be just the ticket.

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Have you ever met a Jimmy you didn't like? Confirm it here with the eminently likeable Jimmy Hyett's B&T TV debut.

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Rocket serves up the lettuce, nabbing Ex-Ogilvy and DDB creative, Samantha Dodson.

Free TV has welcomed the federal government’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that all Australians can access their local free television services on connected TVs through the introduction of legislation to implement a prominence framework in coming days. Free TV CEO Bridget Fair (lead image) said: “Right now, Australian viewers are being steered in the direction […]

Radio host 'Wippa' has published an erotic novel! Presumably with many of the protagonists whipping it out.

In exciting news for turkeys & our piggy friends, Burger King attempting to flog burgers as alternative Christmas fare.

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Study finds brands should invest in CX after any data breach. Either that or sack your IT department.