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Nine Entertainment has locked in exclusive free-to-air and streaming rights for NRL and NRLW matches from 2028 to 2034, reinforcing its dominance in Australian sports broadcasting and promising continued audience growth.

Nine Entertainment’s acquisition of QMS Media and sale of Nine Radio mark a strategic pivot, with strong Q3 digital and subscription revenue growth cushioning a cautious Q4 advertising environment.

Sports Entertainment Group (SEG) has upgraded its FY26 Underlying EBITDA guidance to a range of $15.5 million to $16.5 million, reflecting broad-based growth and operational efficiencies across its media and events businesses.

iCandy Interactive has announced plans for Lemon Sky Studios to pursue a US IPO on the NYSE American, targeting a US$15 million capital raise, while highlighting strategic pivots in AI and blockchain markets.

Vinyl Group has announced the acquisition of Val Morgan Digital for $10.5 million, significantly expanding its digital media assets and audience reach. This move positions Vinyl as a leading player in Australia’s Adaptive Media landscape with promising financial prospects.

NZME Limited has reported a significant turnaround in 2025, posting a statutory net profit after tax of NZD 13.1 million and a 15% increase in operating EBITDA, underpinned by strong digital revenue growth across its divisions.

Sports Entertainment Group reports a robust first half FY26 with nearly doubling EBITDA and declares special dividends following asset sales.

Sports Entertainment Group Limited reported a robust half-year ending December 2025, with revenues climbing 28% and underlying EBITDA soaring 78%, driven by strong media and complementary services growth. The company also finalised its Perth Wildcats divestment, boosting cash reserves.

Coast Entertainment Holdings Limited reported a robust 30.2% increase in revenue to $62.165 million for the half year ended December 2025, alongside a modest 1.4% rise in net profit. The company also completed a significant 10% on-market share buy-back.

Vinyl Group Ltd has reported a striking 190% revenue increase in FY25, driven by strategic acquisitions and organic growth, and is targeting its first profitable quarter by December 2025 with AI-powered publishing expansion.

Sports Entertainment Group Limited (SEG) reports a robust start to FY26 with a 63% jump in underlying EBITDA and advances its strategic exit from Perth Wildcats.

GTN Limited reported a modest 2% revenue decline and a sharper 26% drop in adjusted EBITDA for FY25, while maintaining strong cash flow and delivering solid shareholder returns.