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GamesHub launches as a sister publication to ArtsHub
Vertical Networks Group has launched GamesHub, a video game news, reviews, and features website dedicated to creating approachable games coverage for anyone. More
Bush Journal newsprint publication launches
Bush Journal, a 40-page quarterly news print publication, has been launched to share stories and photography from regional areas. More
Her Way women’s sport online magazine launches
Her Way, a new online magazine about women’s sport, has been launched by an 11-year-old girl from Sydney. More
M&A
Australian publisher M&A activity
Third time lucky: Prime Creative Media acquires Trader Industry group of titles from Are Media
2 July 2021
“A lot of the brands we have purchased over the journey have been taking a digital-first approach. But we believe that the cut through on print is more valuable than ever. With this latest acquisition, our aim is to reinvigorate these brands by positioning digital as an add-on to the print assets. Part of a genuine multi-platform offering,” Prime Creative Media CEO John Murphy talks to TMSN about his plans for his 11 newly-acquired B2B media brands. More
Prime Creative Media acquires Australian Resources and Investment magazine
30 March 2021
Prime Creative Media has acquired the Australian Resources and Investment print and digital assets from Executive Media. More
Aviation Trader acquired by Sandhills Pacific
29 March 2021
Sandhills Pacific has acquired Aviation Trader, a monthly print publication and website for buying and selling new and used aircraft in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. More
Advant Group to broaden its offering with the acquisition of ClientComm
22 March 2021
When digital marketing provider Advant Group was looking to grow its business, it found the perfect solution to expand its subscriber base and skillset via the acquisition of Clientcomm. Advant Group Director Clare Murphy explains why the two companies are such a good fit, and how the process transpired. More
Prime Creative Media acquires Great Southern Press publications
3 March 2021
Prime Creative Media will acquire The Australian Pipeliner and Trenchless Australasia publications, as well as the No-Dig Down Under event, from Great Southern Press as of 31 March 2021. More
The Grace Tales acquired by Allbright
1 March 2021
The Grace Tales, a digital lifestyle publication for mothers, has been acquired by AllBright, a global careers network for women. More
Powertorque and Delivery magazines sold to B2B publishing house
30 October 2020
Motoring Matters Magazine Group has sold its Powertorque and Delivery magazines and associated digital and social assets to Prime Creative Media. More
NZ digital publisher acquired by US print magazine
27 October 2020
Custom motorcycle digital publisher Bike EXIF has been acquired by US-based Iron & Air Media, publishers of Iron & Air magazine. More
Hyper-local
Regional publishers
Bush Journal newsprint publication launches
6 October 2021
AAP welcomes three directors
1 September 2021
Gold Coast Panache magazine returns
11 August 2021
B2C
Special interest publishers
GamesHub launches as a sister publication to ArtsHub
6 October 2021
Vertical Networks Group has launched GamesHub, a video game news, reviews, and features website dedicated to creating approachable games coverage for anyone. More
Her Way women’s sport online magazine launches
5 October 2021
Her Way, a new online magazine about women’s sport, has been launched by an 11-year-old girl from Sydney. More
Tim Simpson joins Trade a Boat as Editor-at-Large as Emprise completes editorial team restructure
23 September 2021
Experienced fishing and nautical journalist Tim Simpson has been appointed as Editor-at-Large of the Trade a Boat brand. More
Momentum Media expands wealth portfolio
22 September 2021
Momentum Media has bolstered its wealth portfolio, unveiling an expanded content team and adding a consumer brand that delivers Australians essential information to prepare for a successful financial future. More
Man of Many launches Mental Health Hub to support Aussies in lockdown
17 September 2021
Australian men’s lifestyle publication Man of Many has launched The Mental Health Hub, an inclusive initiative that provides extensive resources and insights aimed at curbing the country’s burgeoning mental health concerns. More
Vacations & Travel magazine back in print
14 September 2021
Volume 115 of Vacations & Travel, Australia’s longest-running travel magazine, has hit shelves, returning as a print magazine distributed in newsagencies, Qantas lounges and select hotel chains. More
New monthly magazine The Podcast Reader launches
6 September 2021
The Podcast Reader, a new monthly magazine about podcasts, has launched. More
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23 March 2021
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24 February 2021
Trade
B2B publishers
Aspermont appoints Ian Hart as Chief Content and Strategy Officer
Listed B2B media group Aspermont has created the new group executive position of Chief Content and Strategy Officer to manage the expansion of group content on a global basis. More
Financial Standard launches weekly wealth management podcast
Financial Standard has expanded its media offering to the financial services industry with a weekly podcast for financial advisers, investment managers and superannuation professionals. More
Momentum Media expands wealth portfolio
Momentum Media has bolstered its wealth portfolio, unveiling an expanded content team and adding a consumer brand that delivers Australians essential information to prepare for a successful financial future. More
Momentum Media launches new digital platform Cyber Security Connect
Momentum Media has launched a new digital platform, Cyber Security Connect, to report on the latest developments in this innovative sector. More
Country Press Australia can collectively bargain with Google and Facebook
The ACCC has authorised Country Press Australia and its members to collectively negotiate with Google and Facebook about payments for their news content published on the platforms. More
The targeted media brands nominated for the 2021 Mumbrella Publish Awards
Mumbrella has announced the Mumbrella Publish Awards 2021 shortlist, with a number of targeted media brands nominated across a range of categories. More
Australia’s Police Journal awarded Gold 2021 Tabbie Award
The Police Association of South Australia has taken out a gold award at the 2021 Tabbie Awards, with a number of other Australian and New Zealand B2B and association publications also recognised for excellence. More
Cannabiz hires Hannah Adler in new editorial role
Australia’s legal cannabis B2B media platform Cannabiz has strengthened its writing team with the hire of Hannah Adler in the newly created role of editorial coordinator. More
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