OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: NZME. converges on new siteNew Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME.) is merging its Auckland operations, including the Herald and The Radio Network, to become the anchor tenant in a media centre being built at 151 Victoria....05 Mar 10:09 PM
Media and marketingRadio NZ's 'disappointing' ratingsRadio New Zealand's boss says he's disappointed and surprised at a poor ratings result which shows a 13 per cent fall in listeners to the state owned broadcaster.03 Mar 10:50 PM
Media and marketingVista takes supporting role at the NZFCMurray Holdaway is an unlikely star of the silver screen.01 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Countdown on for NetflixNetflix is expected to launch in the next few days bringing NZ more directly into the corporate world of global pay television.25 Feb 12:25 AM
AirlinesAir NZ deal caught in UK media clashAn Air NZ sponsorship deal has hit headlines in a tit-for-tat row between two of Britain's most influential newspapers over the integrity of their editorial content.24 Feb 01:20 AM
BDBDMedia and marketingRadio helps MediaWorks return to profitMediaWorks Investments has returned to profitability in its first 10 months under a new capital structure, and its radio business was the biggest contributor to earnings.23 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn Drinnan: TV in catch-up to the internetFreeview says the new digital service will provide "vastly improved" navigation. Details will be announced closer to the launch, possibly in July.19 Feb 04:00 PM
Media and marketingPay wall on track: APN chiefAPN News & Media, publisher of the New Zealand Herald, says it is on track to introduce paid content this year, but that its initial public offer plans for NZME. were not conditional on having an internet pay wall in place.12 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: SkyCity deals a mixed messageSkyCity's new advertising campaign takes the warm and cuddly approach in stressing the company's community links, writes John Drinnan. At the same time, it is developing a reputation as an aggressive player with media.12 Feb 04:00 PM
Media and marketingCrown making pay method 'more sinister'Glenda Wynyard is accused of lying to save a business that supported her lifestyle but her lawyer claims prosecutors are trying to turn her paying one creditor into "something more sinister".10 Feb 04:00 PM
Media and marketingNZME. to support Fifa U-20Media company NZME. has been announced as one of four National Supporters of the Fifa U-20 Football World Cup which kicks off in New Zealand in May.09 Feb 04:00 PM
Media and marketingShare content that makes you feel badYou know what the Internet really needs less of? Sober coverage of serious issues.05 Feb 01:00 AM
Media and marketingNZME. launches events businessMedia company NZME. is launching an event management business.02 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Frenemies co-operate on newsThe Prime News deal announced last week has warmed the relationship between Sky TV and MediaWorks at a time when the traditional media sector is being polarised into two camps.29 Jan 04:00 PM
Media and marketingHas The Sun dropped Page 3?Reports claim UK tabloid has quietly stopped publishing pictures of topless models.19 Jan 09:29 PM
Media and marketingManager of bFM stands downManu Taylor has stepped down as station manager at the alternative radio station bFM.14 Jan 04:33 AM
Media and marketingWhere's the Paul Henry show?The new Paul Henry breakfast show may not be on air until after Easter.13 Jan 09:11 PM
Media and marketingStation buy swells APN's radio footholdAPN News & Media has increased its presence in the Australian broadcasting scene through the purchase of Perth radio station 96FM from rival publisher Fairfax Media.22 Dec 04:30 PM
Media and marketingSport is added to Lightbox packageOnline TV service Lightbox and Coliseum Sports Media have signed a 50:50 partnership but at this stage they are not promising lower prices.18 Dec 04:00 PM
Media and marketingThreat cancels 'Interview' film premiereThe New York premiere of 'The Interview' has been cancelled after a hacker group made threats, invoking the 9/11 attacks to deter prospective audiences.17 Dec 04:25 PM
Media and marketingSony on defensive as threats escalateSony is mounting an aggressive defence against the debilitating hack that has pummeled the movie studio.17 Dec 03:30 AM
Media and marketingMediaWorks parts with more executivesMediaWorks is parting ways with two more senior executives as chief executive Mark Weldon gets ready for big changes next year.16 Dec 04:00 PM