OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Jennings exit leaves big gap at TV3Broadcast news veteran has many fans among MediaWorks staff, writes John Drinnan.26 Feb 01:59 AM
EntertainmentWar of emails over doomed TV soapJulie Christie told NZ on Air bosses she would consider resigning from the MediaWorks board over perceived attacks from the funding body on her integrity.13 Feb 04:00 PM
Media and marketing'Sad' end for TV3 brandMediaWorks' imminent canning of its 3 News brand in favour of a new, cross-platform Newshub service has been described as both "bold" and "sad" by industry observers.21 Jan 04:28 AM
OpinionMatt NippertMediaWorks and the $17m miracleThe night before Christmas, not much was stirring except for the curious issue of 17,084,000 MediaWorks shares to its enigmatic owner.06 Jan 07:58 PM
OpinionJohn Drinnan2016: The year of disruptionJohn Drinnan predicts 2016 will be an even bigger year for corporates as they adjust to the new ways in which people consume media.31 Dec 10:20 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanNo soap leaves TV3 in a spinTV boss will have to decide if it is worth making another attempt to get taxpayer funding for NZ version of Home and Away.17 Dec 08:22 PM
EntertainmentPlunket leaving RadioLiveVeteran radio host with fellow broadcaster Mark Sainsbury a potential replacement, according to reports.23 Nov 08:55 AM
EntertainmentDancing with the Stars faces the chopRatings hit Dancing with the Stars could be the next reality TV show on the chopping block.07 Nov 09:26 PM
EntertainmentTV3 taking reality shows off air in 2016There may be less reality television on screens next year, with Mediaworks saying they are "resting" two shows in 2016.31 Oct 06:17 AM
Media and marketingMediaWorks buys supplies from boss' own vineyardFrom the photocopy machine to the after-work drinks, MediaWorks' boss Mark Weldon is a pervasive influence at the broadcaster he has run for a year.30 Oct 04:00 PM
Media and marketingReality bites at Flower StMediaWorks boss Mark Weldon prepared to take good with bad to revitalise 'do-up'.30 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Weldon still in the driver's seatOaktree Capital is still backing MediaWorks chief executive Mark Weldon, amid persistent rumours of change at the top, writes John Drinnan.08 Oct 09:22 PM
Media and marketingMedia rivals join forces in new local ad exchangeNZ's big media players have formed a new advertising exchange.07 Oct 09:30 PM
EntertainmentTV3 bumps 3D, adds 7 Days sports showMediaworks is bumping its Sunday eventing current affairs offer, <i>3D</i>, to late Monday nights and restoring a half-hour of sports to Sunday nights.11 Sep 01:13 AM
Media and marketingBachelor winner defects to TVNZMatilda Rice has quit her sales job at MediaWorks to go work for the opposition.02 Sep 12:30 AM
EntertainmentTV's battle for ratingsData compiled by Nielsen Research reveals some fascinating insights - and worrying trends for our biggest newsmakers.14 Aug 11:50 PM
EntertainmentFuture uncertain for TV3 hostsHilary Barry and Mike McRoberts may no longer be the faces of <i>3 News</i> when a major revamp takes place later this year.12 Aug 05:00 PM
Media and marketingCan Julie Christie save TV3?Mediaworks boss Mark Weldon tells Matt Nippert that despite some grim-looking numbers, the company's strategy is working.07 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentBachelor's success ensures season twoMediaWorks chief executive Mark Weldon says another season of the dating show will be commissioned.07 Aug 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Lathering up for TV3's new soapNZ On Air will decide on Wednesday whether to fund a new 5:30pm soap opera which TV3 hopes will help boost ratings for 3News, writes John Drinnan.16 Jul 09:25 PM
EntertainmentWhy is TV3's new host still at TVNZ?Heather du Plessis-Allan will begin hosting TV3's new current affairs show in six weeks' time but will also remain working for TVNZ for the next four weeks.25 Jun 04:00 AM
OpinionJohn DrinnanTV3 hopes to overturn terrible ratingsThe future of TV3 news and current affairs rests on the success of the new current affairs show called Story, writes John Drinnan.24 Jun 07:49 PM
EntertainmentNew 7pm host: 'We'll keep them honest'Duncan Garner says his new 7pm show with Heather du Plessis-Allan will include fun and laughter - but viewers can rely on them to ask tough questions.24 Jun 07:40 PM
EntertainmentKiwis react to Campbell Live's replacementTV3's new current affairs show hosts have been announced and while some are excited for the new duo, others are less sure.24 Jun 06:50 AM
BDBDMedia and marketingTV broadcasters close 'back door' accessBroadcasters have won the 'global mode' world streaming battle - ISPs say they'll stop offering the service from September.24 Jun 12:15 AM
OpinionJohn DrinnanBack door brazenness killed Global ModeThe brazen actions of Call Plus - promoting its Global Mode method of accessing foreign television, ultimately killed the service, says media writer John Drinnan.24 Jun 12:00 AM
Media and marketingApology allows Tamihere to 'move on'Former RadioLive talkback hoast John Tamihere says he is moving on after a tough 18 months for his family following the settlement of his defamation action against Mediaworks.22 Jun 12:29 AM
EntertainmentStar caught at secret meetingA secret meeting between a top TVNZ reporter and a TV3 boss became awkward when the journalist's boss walked in.19 Jun 05:00 PM
BDBDMedia and marketingOaktree takes full ownership of MediaWorksUS hedge fund Oaktree Capital has completed its takeover of MediaWorks Investments, confirming rumours it had taken 100 per cent ownership of the media company.05 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Gower's paddy party paybackLabour Party folk were stunned when journalist Paddy Gower embarked on a radio tirade, saying the party was "rotten to the core", writes John Drinnan.04 Jun 09:41 PM
EntertainmentCampbell trumps HenryCampbell Live’s final broadcast last night received the show’s highest ratings ever, with more than half a million viewers tuning in.29 May 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Paul Henry show fails ratings testIt has been a spluttering start for the Paul Henry show and alarm bells should be ringing at MediaWorks, writes John Drinnan.28 May 08:58 AM
OpinionMyles Thomas: Bizarre changes a turn-off for TV viewersTV3 management keeps chopping and changing its direction and if I was silly enough to be a TV3 shareholder, I'd be concerned, writes Myles Thomas.28 May 01:16 AM
OpinionJohn DrinnanTough calls coming for TV3's Mark JenningsMedia writer John Drinnan says the last executive survivor at27 May 07:00 AM
