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News•Feb 25, 2026
Stan Acquires Buzzy George Kay Thriller Series GONE for Australia
Australian streaming service Stan has acquired the exclusive rights to the six‑part psychological thriller *Gone* for the Australian market. The series, created by George Kay – known for *Hijack* and *Lupin* – follows elite headmaster Michael Polly, played by David Morrissey, as his wife disappears and a high‑stakes investigation unfolds. *Gone* has already secured strong pre‑sales worldwide, including deals with Sky New Zealand, BritBox in North America, and NRK in Norway. The acquisition positions Stan to bolster its premium drama slate with a globally‑buzzed title.
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News•Feb 24, 2026
NETFLIX, PRIME VIDEO, DISNEY+ Hold Firm in Australia’s Streaming Race
JustWatch’s Q4 2025 data shows Australia’s streaming hierarchy remains largely unchanged, with Netflix holding the top spot at 22 percent engagement, followed closely by Prime Video at 20 percent and Disney+ at 19 percent. Local platform Stan posted a notable...
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News•Feb 24, 2026
James Bracey and Danika Mason Lead NRL Kick Off Live and Free From Las Vegas
The 2026 NRL season will launch from Las Vegas, with Channel 9 and 9Now broadcasting the opening round free‑to‑air on March 1. Hosts James Bracey and Danika Mason will front the Vegas Countdown, joined by a star‑studded analysis panel that includes Phil Gould, Paul Gallen...
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News•Feb 24, 2026
LITTLE LUNCH Back with New Grade 5 Crew
Little Lunch returns with a fresh instalment titled Little Lunch: New Class, introducing six new Year 5 students while veteran teacher Mrs Gonsha, played by Heidi Arena, reprises her role. The series is a co‑production between ABC, BBC and the Australian Children’s...
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News•Feb 24, 2026
Emma Lawrence Makes History on TRIPLE M
Triple M announced its 2026 NRL broadcast lineup, appointing Emma Lawrence as the first female play‑by‑play caller in league history. Lawrence, a Triple M veteran since 2017, joins a team that includes former player Luke Keary and returning legend Ryan...
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News•Feb 23, 2026
ABC Orders Tasma Walton’s WA Crime Drama Pilli Sisters PI to Series
ABC has ordered a six‑part crime drama titled Pilli Sisters PI, created and written by actress‑author Tasma Walton. The series follows Indigenous sisters running a private investigation firm in Fremantle, Western Australia, and will be filmed across the state. Production...
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News•Feb 22, 2026
Hunter Page-Lochard, Kat Stewart Lead New ABC Crime Drama Fortitude Valley
ABC announced a six‑part crime thriller titled Fortitude Valley, set in Brisbane’s neon‑lit nightlife precinct. The series stars AACTA‑winning First Nations actor Hunter Page‑Lochard and veteran Kat Stewart, with production kicking off in April and a 2027 broadcast on ABC TV...
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News•Feb 22, 2026
Seven Recruits COREY PARKER to Host Weekly NRL Agenda Show
Seven Network announced the launch of "The Agenda Setters: Rugby League," a weekly NRL analysis program hosted by former Brisbane Broncos captain Corey Parker. The panel features premiership halfback Luke Keary, State of Origin forward Aaron Woods, veteran journalist David...
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News•Feb 22, 2026
Michael Rowland Announces Sudden Exit From ABC After Four Decades
Veteran journalist Michael Rowland announced his departure from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation this week, ending a 39‑year career that began as a radio news cadet in 1987. He is best known for co‑hosting News Breakfast for 15 years and most...
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News•Feb 22, 2026
Louise Milligan Leads FOUR CORNERS Surgeon Scandal
Four Corners aired "Scarred", exposing a Melbourne gynaecologist accused of performing unnecessary laparoscopic surgeries on women in their twenties. Pathology reports often found little or no endometriosis, yet organs and tissue were removed, compromising fertility and causing chronic pain. The...
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News•Feb 22, 2026
AUSTRALIAN IDOL Top 30 Face Toughest Test Yet
Australian Idol has finalized its Top 30 roster, setting the stage for the competition's most rigorous round yet. Judges Marcia Hines, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark warned that success will hinge on adaptability, rapid learning and crowd command, not just...
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News•Feb 22, 2026
Pensioner Takes on NAB in AUSTRALIAN STORY Tonight
Victorian pensioner Ian Williams lost $1,338 to an online banking scam and sued National Australia Bank (NAB) for a symbolic $379 million in damages. His case, featured on ABC’s Australian Story, highlighted the bank’s initial refusal to refund or apologise. Although...
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News•Feb 21, 2026
Friday VOZ Ratings | WINTER OLYMPICS Draws Us All in over Lifestyle Content
Friday 20 February 2026 TV ratings show the Winter Olympics commanding the top‑30 slots across both overnight and consolidated measurements. Lifestyle‑focused programmes fell behind sports content in both broadcast and BVOD audiences. OzTAM introduced new metrics that count a minute of broadcast...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
SKY NEWS AUSTRALIA to Rebrand as NEWS24
Sky News Australia will rebrand as News24 later in 2026, coinciding with its 30th anniversary and a shift toward a digital‑first, globally‑focused news operation. The new name drops the geographic tag to broaden appeal and mirrors News Corp’s worldwide branding....
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News•Feb 20, 2026
DANIKA MASON’S ‘Drunk’ Cross – What Really Happened Behind the Scenes
Channel Nine sports reporter Danika Mason appeared flustered during a live cross on the Today show, prompting viral speculation that she was drunk on‑air. The brief stumble was captured and widely shared across social media within hours. Mason returned the...
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News•Feb 19, 2026
Writers Guild Honours Invisible Boys, Colin From Accounts at 58th AWGIEs
The 58th Australian Writers’ Guild (AWG) AWGIE Awards celebrated top screenwriting across film, TV and digital platforms in Sydney. Stan’s drama "Invisible Boys" captured Television Series, while Netflix‑backed "Apple Cider Vinegar" won Limited Series, underscoring the rise of Australian streaming...
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News•Feb 19, 2026
G FLIP Delivers Reimagined Tournament Anthem Ahead of ASIAN CUP Kick-Off
Australian ARIA‑winner G Flip has reimagined the classic rock anthem “All Fired Up” as the official soundtrack for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026. The revamped track will play throughout the tournament, which will be streamed live and exclusively on Paramount+,...
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News•Feb 19, 2026
IMPERFECT WOMEN Trailer Drops with A-List Cast
Apple TV released the first trailer for "Imperfect Women," an eight‑episode psychological thriller. The series stars and is executive produced by Kerry Washington and Elisabeth Moss, alongside Kate Mara and a large ensemble cast. Based on Araminta Hall’s novel, the...
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News•Feb 19, 2026
Dana White Opens up in THIS IS UFC Special
Paramount+ is debuting a new documentary series titled "This Is UFC" on Saturday, 21 February. The three‑part special offers unprecedented access to UFC president Dana White as he recounts the promotion’s evolution from a fringe spectacle to a global sports...
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News•Feb 19, 2026
Tom Hawkins Replaces Nathan Buckley as FOX FOOTY Reveals 2026 Lineup
Fox Footy and Kayo Sports unveiled their 2026 AFL broadcast lineup, keeping most shows unchanged but swapping Tom Hawkins for Nathan Buckley on Friday Night Footy. Buckley steps aside due to his coaching duties at Geelong, while Hawkins joins Garry...
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