Southern Cross Media
- Opinion
- Kerry Stokes
Has Kerry Stokes gone missing in action?
The billionaire used to stick by his chief executives through thick and thin. But he seems to have approved of the ouster of former Seven boss Jeff Howard.
- Elizabeth Knight
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Seven CEO dumping was ‘very considered,’ says Southern Cross’s new chair
Southern Cross Media’s new executive chairman reveals why he removed Jeff Howard as CEO of the merged company just hours before its first financial results.
- Kishor Napier-Raman and Calum Jaspan
‘Healthy banter’, legends, larrikins and star wars: Inside this summer’s Ashes commentary
Whether it’s on the screen or in the radio booth, fans have plenty of options to get their Ashes fix this summer. Here’s who you will be listening to.
- Jon Pierik
- Opinion
- Kerry Stokes
Is media baron Kerry Stokes preparing his exit? It looks like a yes
Unlike Lachlan Murdoch, Kerry Stokes’ son doesn’t have ink in his veins and has traditionally demonstrated scant interest in all things media.
- Elizabeth Knight
- Updated
- Mergers & acquisitions
Kerry Stokes to depart Seven after merger with Triple M owner
Seven West Media plans to combine with Australia’s biggest radio company, Southern Cross Media, to create a $415 million TV, radio and publishing group.
- Calum Jaspan
Small bump up for Kyle and Jackie O as Melbourne crowns new ratings winner
While Kiis FM’s star hosts are still struggling, there was a glimmer of good news – and even better news for Kiis stablemate Gold.
- Michael Lallo
- Exclusive
- Radio
Advertisers defect amid Kyle and Jackie O’s disaster move to Melbourne
Just six months into their 10-year, $200 million deal, the radio duo’s failure to launch is costing their parent station millions.
- Calum Jaspan
Lehrmann, the Murdochs, Ita Buttrose and media’s big hits in 2023
The media industry’s year was filled with shock resignations, succession plans and landmark court rulings.
- Calum Jaspan
Former MP Stuart Robert explores a new cause: Saving Aussie retail
The scandal-prone former minister is now CEO of an online shopping portal that accuses foreign competitors of ‘destroying’ Australian retail.
- Kishor Napier-Raman and Liam Mannix
KIIS FM owner launches $330m bid for Southern Cross Media
ARN has teamed up with private equity firm Anchorage to buy the rival radio broadcaster, having taken a 14.9 per cent stake a few months ago.
- Emma Koehn and Calum Jaspan