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Sports Entertainment Group has completed its NZ$130 million acquisition of MediaWorks, creating a trans-Tasman audio group with more than 5 million listeners. The combined business starts with pro forma net leverage of 1.84 times and a management target of approximately 1.2 times within two years.

Nine Entertainment has extended its Australian Premier League streaming and broadcast rights through the 2033-34 season, securing a major audience driver for Stan Sport. The deal carries an expected rights-fee increase of about 3% a year, while Nine says changes to legacy Optus discounts and other initiatives should offset higher costs.

Sky Network Television Limited posted a robust FY26 with 9% revenue growth, a 45% dividend increase, and secured major sports rights through 2034, underpinned by the integration of Sky Free.

Sports Entertainment Group (ASX:SEG) posted a 39% revenue jump and 73% underlying EBITDA growth in FY26, offset by a 93% net profit decline due to tax and one-off impacts. The company is poised for growth with key acquisitions including MediaWorks NZ and the GIANTS Netball license.

Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited posted a $511 million statutory net profit for FY26, driven by significant portfolio restructuring and growth in digital and outdoor advertising, while advancing AI licensing partnerships.

Brisbane Broncos Limited reported a 33% jump in half-year profit before tax to $11.57 million, fuelled by higher crowds, membership, and merchandise sales despite a slight dip in ARLC funding.

Brisbane Broncos expect a 33% increase in half-year net profit before tax to $11.57 million, driven by higher crowd attendance and merchandise sales despite reduced ARLC funding and rising costs.

Briscoe Group reports a third consecutive quarter of sales growth with second quarter revenue edging up 0.25% to $193.4 million, while online sales and sporting goods categories drive resilience despite headwinds in homewares.

Sky New Zealand has secured exclusive broadcast rights for the NRL in New Zealand through to 2034, extending its long-running partnership with the Australian Rugby League Commission and promising comprehensive coverage across multiple platforms.

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.

Sports Entertainment Group (ASX: SEG) has upgraded its FY26 underlying EBITDA forecast to $18 million, surpassing prior guidance, while refinancing senior debt to enhance financial flexibility.

Brisbane Broncos capped a landmark 2025 season with both NRL and NRLW premiership victories, driving a 20.5% revenue surge and a 36% profit increase. The club rewarded shareholders with increased dividends amid record crowds and expanded community programs.