The Australian has released a second season of the investigative podcast Bronwyn, created by award-winning journalist Hedley Thomas. This season delves into the mysterious disappearance of Bronwyn Winfield, a devoted mother who vanished in 1993 from a surf town in New South Wales, a News Corp press release stated.. Season two introduces new evidence and dramatic twists in the 31-year-old case, with Thomas guiding listeners through the investigation to uncover what happened to Bronwyn. editor-in-chief Michelle Gunn stated, “Bronwyn has captivated audiences globally, achieving 3.9 million downloads this week. In this new season, Hedley and our team of award-winning journalists will explore every angle with world-class reporting and storytelling.” Hedley Thomas, the podcast host, emphasized that each episode uncovers more layers of the alleged murder mystery, revealing new evidence and interviewing previously silent witnesses. He remains hopeful that this season will significantl

SBS has appointed Nakul Legha as head of scripted to oversee its commissioned scripted content, a press release from the organisation stated.. Nakul joined SBS in January as commissioning editor, contributing to the production of original programs, including the new romantic drama Four Years Later. In his new role, Nakul will manage SBS’s flagship scripted series and innovative short-form content, including Digital Originals and initiatives like Originate Features, which promote diverse voices. Nakul brings extensive experience in the creative, commercial, and legal aspects of TV and film. He expressed his excitement about building on SBS’s legacy of unique Australian stories, stating, “I’m thrilled to deliver shows that delight and resonate with audiences.” John Godfrey, SBS’s Head of Commissioning, praised Nakul's talents and passion for Australian storytelling, expressing enthusiasm for the evolution of the scripted slate under his leadership. Before joining SBS, N

Smart Company’s The Pitch competition continues to grow, attracting hundreds of aspiring start-ups who want to follow in the footsteps of past winners that have gone on to raise millions in capital. The Pitch November will close next week (October 18) and offers $10,000 in prizes from sponsor Dell Technologies.  Editor-in-Chief Simon Crerar says the company’s The Pitch competition allows early-stage startups to present their ideas, and get feedback from investors and VCs. “[The Pitch] is a pipeline and an opportunity for early-stage startups to pitch to a room of peers and potential investors and entrepreneurs”, Crerar says. The competition has run three to four times a year since the beginning of last year and sees 200 to 250 startups present a three-page slide deck. Companies must be Australian, less than two years old and be generating less than $100,000 in revenue. And despite being a relatively recent initiative, Crerar said The Pitch had already helped winning sta

Warner Bros. Discovery has planned to deliver over 3000 hours of fresh content in India across its linear channels and discovery+.   The company plans to enhance programming across discovery+ and its linear channels, including Discovery, Animal Planet and TLC, focussing on a diverse mix of local original and global titles in India, according to BestMediaInfo.   The revamped D Tamil channel will showcase global entertainment content, including Hollywood blockbuster movies and series in Tamil.   Sai Abishek, head of factual & lifestyle cluster at Warner Bros. Discovery, South Asia, stated, “As the category leaders in the non-fiction content genre, our focus on enhancing viewer engagement and expanding our content offering is paramount. The newly announced India originals and our strategic programming across both linear and streaming platforms are a testament to our commitment to creating cross-platform experiences.”   

Ratan Naval Tata, the former Tata Group chairman who transformed a legacy Indian business house into a global salt-to-software conglomerate and became the face of the resurgent Indian economy in the new millennium, died in a Mumbai hospital late on Wednesday. With tributes pouring in from across the country and the rest of the world, all major publications highlighted Ratan's stint at the helm of the respected group for 20-odd years in ensuring the Tata brand was stamped on global icons such as Jaguar and Tetley as well as his philanthropic work. Tata was a decorated and respected businessman who won the country’s second-highest civilian honour, the Padma Vibhushan in 2008 and the third-highest honour, the Padma Bhushan in 2000. Known for his soft-spoken demeanour and humility in public events, his public persona was larger-than-life, and far beyond what a captain of the industry could imagine to command, reported the Hindustan Times bureau in a tribute aptly titled "India In

ABC general counsel Ingrid Silver has announced her departure after more than three years in the role, according to an ABC press release.  Silver, who joined in September 2021, brought over 25 years of expertise in digital media, broadcasting, and regulatory law. ABC managing director David Anderson praised her leadership and contributions during a challenging period, thanking her for her service. The ABC will soon begin the search for her successor.  

Erin Doyle, an experienced freelance writer and editor, has taken on a new role as a part-time overnight editor for Us Weekly, working from Sydney during Australian daytime hours. “This opportunity allows me to dive into my passion for celebrity and entertainment news,” she shared on LinkedIn. Alongside her Us Weekly duties, Erin will continue contributing to News Corp’s e-commerce and shopping team, creating content for Taste and The Checkout, where she covers kitchenware and product reviews. With a rich editorial background that includes leading digital shopping content at Are Media and working across multiple lifestyle and entertainment platforms, Erin is set to bring her expertise to her new role and ongoing freelance projects.