EntertainmentDrama king hits back at funding commentsThe future of New Zealand's local television drama industry has found an advocate in TV star Shane Cortese.11 Jul 08:32 PM
Media and marketingFour's fate at stake amid TV shufflingThe future of the MediaWorks network Four is at stake as the cash-strapped company tries to renegotiate programming deals with Hollywood studios.10 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Gods back to ring out eraThe third series of Almighty Johnsons - which was revived at late notice - will be launching during a pivotal time for TV3 owner MediaWorks.04 Jul 05:30 PM
BDBDMedia and marketingTelecom unveils Coliseum soccer dealTelecom is hoping to drive customers on to faster broadband services with a deal to offer discounted online access to the English Premier League football.04 Jul 04:45 AM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Key comments in spotlightThe National Party's relationship with big entertainment firms is back in the limelight, with John Key talking down the prospects of recovering MediaWorks' $22 million tax debt.27 Jun 09:30 PM
Media and marketingBritomart man part of online soccer coupThe developer behind the makeover of Auckland's Britomart has thrown his financial weight behind Coliseum, the new media group that last week grabbed the rights to English Premier League soccer coverage.26 Jun 05:30 PM
BDBDBanking and financeMediaWorks narrows loss to $90mMediaWorks NZ, the broadcaster whose lenders look likely to seize control, narrowed its annual loss in 2012 after massive writedowns a year earlier.24 Jun 02:30 AM
Media and marketingSky apologise for ABs interruptionSky Sport has apologised for an ad which played midway through the first half of last night's rugby test between the All Blacks and France.22 Jun 11:55 PM
OpinionBrian GaynorBrian Gaynor: MediaWorks delivers lessons on leverageHas the latest receivership been solely driven by MediaWorks' desire to avoid paying $22 million to the IRD?21 Jun 05:30 PM
Media and marketingBroadband the X factor for internet TVViewers wanting internet-based broadcasting can choose from a multitude of devices but their viewing experience will be dictated by their internet connection.20 Jun 05:30 PM
Media and marketingSoccer deal may end monopolyThe loss of English Premier League soccer to online broadcaster Coliseum Sports Media may signal the end of Sky's virtual monopoly of quality sports content.19 Jun 05:30 PM
Media and marketingSports TV heads online for Kiwi fansColiseum Sports Media is set to deliver to New Zealanders all 380 games of the English football premier league via a pay-per-view online platform.19 Jun 03:18 AM
Media and marketingMediaWorks tax dispute warningLabour will be watching the government "like a hawk" over MediaWorks tax dispute because of past treatment for the media company which owns TV3 and RadioLive.19 Jun 01:15 AM
Media and marketingSheppard plans 25 witnesses in defamation caseShareholders' Association founder Bruce Sheppard plans to call 25 witnesses defending the defamation case brought against him by Hanover Finance's Mark Hotchin and Eric Watson.18 Jun 11:40 PM
Media and marketingFast handover tipped for MediaWorksKordaMentha, the receivers for MediaWorks, could hand over control to a new firm by the end of next month, according to insiders.18 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionFran O'SullivanFran O'Sullivan: Stay tuned for rebirth of NZ mediaFran O'Sullivan asks: "Is the MediaWorks receivership simply the first move in a long-running play that will ultimately return more media assets into NZ ownership?"18 Jun 05:30 PM
Media and marketingSky TV loses Premier footballSky TV has lost the rights to broadcast English Premier League football in New Zealand next season.18 Jun 07:08 AM
Media and marketingExposure to MediaWorks limited: KeyPrime Minister John Key says he does not believe the Government will be overly affected by MediaWorks going into receivership, despite disputes about its tax liabilities.17 Jun 05:30 PM
Banking and financeIRD likely to lose in MediaWorks dealNew owners for MediaWorks have been trying to renegotiate a Fox TV deal that provides top shows like <i>Homeland, Family Guy</i> and <i>Bones</i>.17 Jun 05:30 PM
Banking and financeTaxpayers may cover MediaWorks billTaxpayers may wind up covering for MediaWorks again with a restructuring deal that could free them from a potential $22 million obligation to the IRD.17 Jun 01:55 AM
Banking and financeMediaworks: 'It's business as usual'New Zealand television audiences should not be worried about losing popular shows like X Factor and The GC, say the receivers of MediaWorks.17 Jun 12:30 AM
WorldMurdoch's divorce to make headlinesThe divorce of Rupert Murdoch from his third wife Wendi Deng Murdoch has prompted speculation of the world's largest media empire becoming engulfed in a bitter inheritance battle, and of the reason for the marriage breakdown.14 Jun 05:30 PM
Media and marketingPublisher axes staff as distribution shifts to OzJobs will be lost in New Zealand at book publishers HarperCollins and Pearson after the companies yesterday announced intentions to close some operations.12 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Computer mags face chopFairfax Media is set to scrap Computerworld, NZ PC World and Reseller News magazines next week, writes John Drinnan. "They have been marginal for some time," said Fairfax Magazines general manager Lynley Belton.06 Jun 09:30 PM
AthleticsPistorius judge cries 'trial by media'Oscar Pistorius' court hearing was adjourned until August 19 after a brief appearance last night in which the magistrate railed against media coverage of his case.04 Jun 05:30 PM
OpinionBob Jones: Too many people have sense of entitlementBob Jones asks: "How have we descended to this situation where so many citizens feel no moral qualms in living off their fellow citizens' toil?"03 Jun 05:30 PM
Media and marketingMedia agency owner charged with fraudThe former director and owner of an Auckland media agency is facing 23 deception and dishonesty charges laid by the Serious Fraud Office.29 May 01:00 AM
