At 8.00pm on Wednesday, July 2, the 9Network presents a riveting TV special: Trump vs. Musk, an in-depth examination of the dramatic and volatile relationship between the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, and the enigmatic tech titan, Elon Musk.
This compelling documentary chronicles the unexpected alliance and spectacular fallout between two of the world’s most influential and unconventional figures. From the early days of their bromance and shared ideology to the bitter public feuds now dominating headlines, Trump vs. Musk explores the forces at play in this high-stakes power struggle. Witness how a partnership seen by many as a modern-day oligarchy quickly fractured under the weight of conflicting agendas, ego clashes and differing visions for America’s future.
Hosted by Nine’s US Correspondent Jonathan Kearsley, this special features exclusive insight from key insiders and global observers, including:
Katie Drummond, Global Editorial Director of WIRED
Ryan Mac, The New York Times technology reporter and co-author of Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter
James Fishback, an insider who knows both men, CEO of investment firm Azoria and architect of the DOGE Dividend proposal
Michael Wolff, Trump biographer and The New York Times best-selling author
Through their expert analysis, Trump vs. Musk provides a gripping perspective on how these two supremely powerful men, individually capable of reshaping industries and nations, have navigated a relationship that has sent shockwaves through politics, boardrooms, and the very corridors of the White House.
Don’t miss this exclusive special on Wednesday, July 2, at 8.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now. Reporter: Jonathan Kearsley Producers: Tracey Hannaford and Alex Chance Editors: Josh Webber and Andrew Page
The independent and award-winning journalism in The Age will be made available to students and staff at one of Australia’s most renowned universities, in a new premium subscription licensing deal announced by Nine and Swinburne University of Technology today.
Campus Access allows students and staff at Swinburne to have complete access to a premium digital subscription to the wide range of journalism in The Age from today.
With plans to make the licensing deal available to universities around Australia, Swinburne is the first Victorian university to enter into the arrangement following the University of Sydney partnership announced earlier this year.
The Campus Access partnership will allow students and staff to access a complimentary subscription to The Age with their Swinburne email. With personalised subscription access, students and staff can download the Good Food and news apps, enjoy puzzles, browse Today’s Paper and stay informed with independent coverage of news, politics, business, world, food, travel and culture.
Campus Access is a strategic partnership that fosters collaboration and innovation for The Age and Swinburne. Delivering independent journalism, bespoke events, and direct engagement opportunities, this initiative aims to build a more informed community by enriching learning and stimulating critical thinking.
The initiative is the latest strategic move to engage audiences with quality journalism.
Patrick Elligett, editor of The Age, said: “This is more than a subscription deal. It is an exciting partnership that will set Swinburne’s students on a path to a better informed future with The Age’s brand of rigorous and fearless independent journalism.”
Agos Garola, Director of Corporate Subscriptions & Licensing for Nine Publishing, said: “We are delighted to partner with Swinburne University of Technology, an institution that clearly shares our passion for ensuring its students and staff have access to quality journalism.This collaboration reinforces our commitment to making trusted news accessible to the next generation. We look forward to a strong and growing partnership.”
Professor Pascale Quester, President and Vice-Chancellor of Swinburne University of Technology, said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with The Age to keep our community informed on the news shaping their world and their studies. Information is power, and this partnership will further help our students become job-ready graduates. This is just one way we’re bringing people and technology together to create a better world.”
Matt Macklin, Director of Communications and Media at Swinburne University of Technology, said: “With misinformation more common than ever, it’s crucial that our students and staff have easy access to verified and comprehensive news sources. This partnership empowers the Swinburne community to understand the world around them and gather balanced and expert commentary on the news that impacts them.”
For universities enquiring about Campus Access, please contact Jason Britton from Nine Sales on jason.britton@nine.com.au
For further information, please contact: Adrian Motte Senior Communications Manager amotte@nine.com.au
In a rare and critical gathering, victims of gender-based violence will come face-to-face with key figures in policy, law enforcement and the judiciary on a special hour-long edition of A Current Affair this Wednesday, July 2 at 7.00pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
This powerful forum aims to ignite honest conversations with the shared hope of saving lives.
Hosted by Ally Langdon, the program will feature an unprecedented lineup of guests, including:
Tanya Plibersek, Federal Social Services Minister, who will discuss the Albanese Government’s initiatives to support victims and share her own experiences within the system.
Sue and Lloyd Clarke, who tragically lost their daughter Hannah and her three children to an horrific act of violence. Their story is also told in the 9Podcast Hannah’s Story.
Lee Little, joined by her son Bronson and daughter-in-law Lauren, whose daughter Alicia was a victim of an horrific act of violence at the hands of her partner, leaving behind four children.
Acting NSW Police CommissionerPeter Thurtell, who will speak about the constant battle police face to keep domestic violence offenders behind bars.
David Helipern, a former Magistrate who will candidly discuss instances where he granted bail to domestic violence offenders who later committed murder.
Pip Rae, a former police officer and victim of domestic violence, offering her unique perspective.
Phillip Ripper, CEO of No To Violence, representing a leading organisation in the fight against family violence.
This special broadcast will delve into the complexities of domestic violence, bringing together personal stories of loss and survival with the perspectives of those at the forefront of the issue. It’s a crucial discussion that seeks to shed light on systemic challenges and foster solutions to combat gender-based violence in Australia.
Tune in to A Current Affair at 7.00pm Monday to Saturday on Channel 9 and 9Now.
For further information, please contact: Terry Stuart Senior Communications Manager tstuart@nine.com.au
Nine today announced it has executed a transaction with Optus Sport and the Premier League to secure the exclusive Australian rights to the Premier League and Emirates FA Cup – two of the world’s most prestigious football competitions. All matches will stream live and on-demand on Stan Sport starting from the 2025/26 season, with the Premier League also for the first time now available in 4K, delivering fans a viewing experience unlike anything previously seen in Australia. As part of the expanded deal, Japan’s J.League and America’s National Women’s Soccer League will also be available on Stan Sport, further strengthening its global football offering.
The multi-season agreement also includes the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025™ which commences on 3 July, and further strengthens Nine’s premium sport portfolio across streaming, digital and free-to-air platforms.
“This marks a step change in Nine’s digital growth strategy” said Matt Stanton, Chief Executive Officer of Nine. “The Premier League is the most-watched football league on the planet, and alongside the Emirates FA Cup, this acquisition reinforces Nine’s position as the home of sport in Australia. We are proud to deliver these iconic competitions to Australian audiences through Stan Sport.
The full power of Nine will be activated to bring new attention and energy to the Premier League and Emirates FA Cup. With more than 20 million Australians engaging with Nine’s platforms every month, we have an unrivalled ability to generate excitement at scale, drive audience growth and deliver meaningful commercial outcomes for our partners.
I want to acknowledge Stephen Rue and the team at Optus for their collaboration, and thank Dan Taylor and the Stan team for their excellent work in leading this acquisition.”
Optus is working in close partnership with Nine to support the transition and ensure continuity for football fans as they migrate from Optus Sport to Stan.
Stephen Rue, Chief Executive Officer of Optus, said: “One of our key priorities was to find a home for Optus Sport content which would take the game forward and enable all Optus Sport subscribers to continue to receive uninterrupted access to all their favourite football actions.
Optus Sport customers and the game of football will be in great hands at Stan, and we know the game will receive the broadcasting priority it deserves from an organisation whose speciality is delivering quality sports programming to its customers.”
Amanda Laing, Managing Director, Streaming and Broadcast at Nine, said: “With this deal, Stan Sport takes its next big leap – delivering the Premier League and Emirates FA Cup alongside UEFA Champions League, Grand Slam tennis and our deep rugby slate, in one of the most powerful sport offerings in the country.
It’s a line-up built for the next era of sport reaching Australians across every screen, and now elevating the viewing experience with Premier League available in 4K for the first time in Australia.
Momentum is building. With the British & Irish Lions Tour, Wimbledon and the Winter Olympics on the horizon, this acquisition adds firepower to an already blockbuster calendar.”
This rights deal reinforces Nine’s strategic focus on delivering the world’s greatest sport, entertainment and news through the most powerful cross-platform ecosystem in Australian media. From NRL and State of Origin, to The Olympic Games, the Australian Open, and now the Premier League – Nine offers a scale and depth in sport coverage that is unmatched in the local market.
Coverage starts from 3 July with the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025™. Action kicks off on August 11 when Liverpool takes on Crystal Palace in the FA Community Shield at Wembley, live and exclusive on Stan Sport. The 2025/26 Premier League season then launches on 16 August, with select matches available to stream in 4K. Communications to Optus Sport customers will commence today to support a seamless transition to Stan Sport, which will also include the J.League and National Women’s Soccer League as part of its expanding international football portfolio.
For further information, please contact: Kathryn Browne Head of Communications, Stan kathryn.browne@stan.com.au
James Boyce Director, Regulatory, Public Affairs and Communications, Nine james.boyce@nine.com.au
Prepare for more unforgettable rescues and heart stopping stories when Paramedics, the gripping factual series that takes you inside the high-stakes world of Australian ambulance crews, returns for another extraordinary season on Tuesday, July 8, at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
This season of Paramedics will again offer viewers unprecedented and unguarded insights into the lives of emergency service heroes as they fight daily to save lives and care for people during their worst moments.
From high-pressure emergencies to moments of compassion and laughter, you’ll see the incredible dedication, skill and resilience required to be on the emergency frontline. Each episode showcases the challenges and triumphs faced by these remarkable men and women as well as the unwavering bonds they share.
In the season premiere, a rider is bucked off her horse and left stranded in remote bushland, unable to move and far from help. Her survival hinges on a daring helicopter rescue. Meanwhile, veteran paramedic Bill responds to a school teacher having a massive heart attack and fights the clock in an effort to keep her alive.
Watch as paramedics Laura and Aaron care for a woman with a high-risk pregnancy as she goes into labour. In a touching first for the series, cameras follow the woman beyond the ambulance and into the delivery room, not to save a life but to welcome one.
Ben and his new paramedic partner, Mim, face a confronting scene: a grandfather with devastating burns after a boiling water accident. At the same time, Lisa returns to work from maternity leave, tending to a sick infant with a dangerously racing heart.
Don’t miss the powerful new season of Paramedics, narrated once again by acclaimed actor and philanthropist Samuel Johnson OAM. Paramedics is a WTFN production for the 9Network.
For further information, please contact: Aimee Ball 9Network Publicity aimee.ball@nine.com.au
Cross-platform commercial offering unveiled for brands to connect with viewers during adrenaline filled Olympics
With less than eight months to go until the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 on February 6, Nine today reveals its integrated commercial offering across its Total TV, Total Publishing and Total Audio assets.
Off the back of Nine’s record-breaking coverage of Paris 2024 – which reached 19.5 million Australians and earned the company a prestigious IOC Golden Rings award for world’s best coverage – Milano Cortina 2026 is the second Olympic Games Nine will deliver during a runway of world class storytelling up to Brisbane 2032.
With the Winter Olympics set to be spread across various picturesque locations in Northern Italy, the 9Network coverage will feature Experts who are part of one of Australia’s most exclusive sporting club – Australian Winter Olympic Gold medallists, including Torah Bright, Lydia Lassila and Steven Bradbury.
Olympic mogul skier Britt Cox, snowboarder Steph Prem and alpine skier Jono Brauer will also provide their expertise through the Games, with the commentary line-up also including David Culbert (snowboard/alpine skiing), Sami Kennedy Sim (alpine skiing), Mitch Tomlinson (halfpipe, big air & slopestyle), and Matt Hill (downhill/slalom). The 9Network’s hosting team and full commentary lineup will be announced in the coming months.
Nine will be based in the thick of the action in the alpine village of Livigno, which will be a winter sporting wonderland of moguls, snowboard courses and aerial ski jumps. There will also be a state-of-the-art set in Nine’s North Sydney studio that will again showcase cutting edge augmented reality technology that was used for Paris 2024, allowing brands integration and a world class viewer experience.
The 16 day event will feature more than 50 Australian athletes – including freestyle skier Jakara Anthony, snowboard halfpipe Scotty James and women’s aerials Laura Peel and Danielle Scott – with what is expected to be Australia’s best ever Winter Olympics medal prospects. The team will be led by Australia’s chef de mission Alisa Camplin.
For advertisers, the Winter Olympics represent a powerful brand moment with proven ROI. Leveraging the power of Nine’s unrivalled scale and ability to engage Australians across a diverse suite of TV, audio and publishing assets, with our data-driven knowledge of these fans, Nine’s coverage of Milano Cortina 2026 will offer brands and advertisers a deeper, more meaningful connection with our audiences.
The white knuckle thrills and spills of the Winter Olympics provides adrenaline fueled action that attracts a young, engaged audience. Nine’s integrated content ecosystem is designed to reach emotionally primed, hard-to-reach audiences, with 83% of 18–39-year-olds expected to tune in*.
Commercial packages will span cross-platform opportunities, from sponsorships of daily segments and medal tallies to immersive creative activations and branded content. Data-driven insights and custom campaigns via Powered will allow brands to cut through with maximum resonance and precision. Past Olympic partners saw significant gains after Paris 2024 – up to +70% uplift in brand quality perception and +47% increase in enquiries.*
Nine will provide an unrivalled 24/7 connected content ecosystem spanning all facets of Nine’s suite of assets. It will broadcast more than 2600 hours of Winter Olympics across the 9Network, 9Now and Stan Sport, alongside comprehensive coverage through Nine’s audio assets. Nine’s publishing assets, spanning its mastheads and digital sites nine.com.au, WWOS.com.au and Pedestrian.TV, will ensure viewers can extend their Games experience.
Nine’s Paralympic Winter Games coverage will run from March 6 – 15 across the 9Network, 9Now and Stan Sport, as well as utilising Nine’s audio and publishing assets. Milano Cortina 2026 will mark the 50th anniversary since the first Paralympic Winter Games in 1976. Up to 665 Para-athletes from 50 countries are set to compete at the Paralympics, contesting 79 medal events across six sports, with viewers guided through the action by Paralympian Ellie Cole.
Nine’s Chief Executive Officer, Matt Stanton, said: “The Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina will be a celebration of courage, national pride, and human achievement. Nine’s coverage of Paris 2024 set a new benchmark for how Olympic and Paralympic Games are delivered to viewers, and Milano Cortina 2026 will build on our success. Whether fans are streaming on their phone, watching on their main screen, catching results on radio or reading about the big moments across our publishing assets, Australians can unite behind our athletes as they compete on the biggest stage.”
Nine’s Chief Sales Officer, Matt James, said: “There is no other event quite like the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Combining unbelievable athletic talent with whatever Mother Nature can throw at them, winter sport events are truly captivating, edge-of-the-seat viewing. For brands, this provides a marketing platform to reach a highly-engaged, enthusiastic younger audience at an unrivalled scale. As we go to market, advertisers will be given the chance to be a part of Nine’s coverage across TV, streaming, audio, digital and publishing offering rich branding moments across every touchpoint.”
Source: OzTAM VOZ up to 12/08/2024 (up to 2am research date end), OzTAM VPM up to 12/08/2024 (up to 2am research date end), OzTAM VOZ up to 08/09/2024 & OzTAM VPM up to 08/09/2024. Consumer pulse Feb 2025, PMAX fandom survey Nov 2024. Gemba Paris Olympics Brand Uplift 2025.
For further information, please contact: Adrian Motte Senior Communications Manager – Trade & Publishing amotte@nine.com.au
Go behind the scenes and behold the magic of Corteo by Cirque du Soleil: From Stage to Arena, where passion, grace and wonder intertwine, this Saturday at 4.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
Corteo by Cirque du Soleil is performed in arenas, instead of the classic big top tent, going even bigger. With the stage placed on the arena floor, this format divides the arena and allows the audience to face each other. This unique configuration fosters an unprecedented intimacy, drawing audiences closer to the performance for an unforgettable experience. It’s Cirque du Soleil like you’ve never seen it.
Hosted by Today Extra’sDavid Campbell, Corteo by Cirque du Soleil: From Stage to Arena takes viewers beyond the spectacle and behind the scenes to discover the rich history of Cirque du Soleil and delve into the profound meaning behind Corteo.
Find out how this extraordinary production invites audiences into a mysterious realm suspended between heaven and earth, filled with joyous fun, heartfelt comedy and spontaneity. With 120 dedicated members from 27 countries speaking 18 different languages, Corteo by Cirque du Soleil has enchanted audiences in 150 cities, with 16 acts and 31 original songs.
Be inspired by Sydney’s ownKristi Buckley, an Aussie performer living her dream in the Corteo production. Watch in awe as she performs aerial acrobatics from a magnificent chandelier, dazzling audiences from above.
Immerse yourself in the magical world of Corteo by Cirque du Soleil: From Stage to Arena this Saturday, June 28, at 4.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
For further information, please contact: Lucy Charles Publicist, Nine Queensland lucy.charles@nine.com.au
Get ready to cheer them on when three Aussie tennis stars trade their racquets for buzzers in a special prime-time Tennis Legends episode of Tipping Point, Tuesday, July 1, at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now.
In this exciting charity edition of Australia’s favourite game show, hosted by Todd Woodbridge, three fan-favourite Australian tennis stars will go head to head for the chance to win the $40,000 jackpot and donate it to their chosen causes.
John Millman, who had a career high of ATP singles ranking World No. 33 and represented Australia in a number of tournaments including the Davis Cup, ATP Cup and at two Summer Olympics, is playing for a cause close to his heart, the Australian Skin Cancer Foundation.
Sam Stosur, world doubles champion and US Open singles victor, will bring her competitive spirit to the Tipping Point machine to support the My Room Children’s Cancer Charity.
And inspirational 15 Grand Slam tournament champion and Australian of the Year, Dylan Alcott, is aiming to win big for his own charity, The Dylan Alcott Foundation.
With high-stakes drops, surprising twists and plenty of laughs, who will ace the Tipping Point machine and serve up a legendary win for their charity?
Don’t miss this special episode filled with feelgood fun and all the competitive chaos you’d expect from these three tennis champions.
For further information, please contact: Lucy Charles Publicist, Nine Queensland lucy.charles@nine.com.au
Following a spectacular return to the LEGO® Masters studio, Season 1 champions Henry and Cade have tonight proved their building prowess once again, winning the prestigious title of LEGO® Masters: Grand Masters of the Galaxy, the grand trophy, and the galactic sum of $100,000.
In tonight’s Grand Finale, the three surviving teams – which also included Australian team, Trent and Alex, and team Sweden, Vidar and Albin – were given creative freedom to construct extraordinary builds of their own choosing in 28 hours, in the hope of being crowned the best of the best globally after a truly international competition where seven countries competed – Canada, China, Finland, Sweden, USA, New Zealand and Australia.
At the end of the build, the winners of LEGO® Masters: Grand Masters of the Galaxy were determined by Brickman’s 100 votes and the votes of 200 members of the public.
Henry and Cade proved their Season 1 win was no fluke with their new “Spartans versus Hydra” build. Their ambitious creation featured the goddess Athena riding a Pegasus, protecting Spartans battling a five-headed Hydra, securing their win despite a last minute mishap.
Trent and Alex, who were paired for the first time this season, decided to build “Dogzilla” busting into the city. Following feedback from Brickman they refined their construction to a playful puppy busting into a LEGO® city and leaving a trail of destruction while trying to play with an unimpressed cranky cat.
Vidar and Albin, the larrikin Swedish best friends, embarked on “A Child’s Imagination” for their final build, which featured a life-sized eight-year-old boy battling a monster emerging from a toy chest.
Henry and Cade said: “We started out as two strangers being paired up on a reality TV show, essentially playing with a children’s toy. We were able to watch the show grow into something more and to be here seven years later and to have won for the second time, this time against the best LEGO® Masters in the world, is an absolute honour.
“We’re super proud of our final build and hope everyone is inspired by what it represents – taking chances in life, seizing the opportunities that are presented to you and sharing the special moments with your loved ones.”
Host Hamish Blake said: “I was stoked to see our original winners return and take out this season. It’s a testament to those guys that not only did we feel like we saw the boys from seven years ago, we were seeing something new again. The only problem they have now is finding somewhere to store the world’s most inconvenient trophy.”
LEGO® Masters Australia: Grandmasters of the Galaxy was produced by Endemol Shine Australia (a Banijay Entertainment Company) for the 9Network. The series is adapted from an original UK format from Tuesday’s Child Productions and The LEGO® Group.
For further information, please contact: Aimee Ball 9Network Publicity aimee.ball@nine.com.au
Nine’s Streaming and Broadcast division has today outlined its strategic direction as a new function, including a new leadership team and ways of working.
The move, unveiled by Nine’s Managing Director Streaming and Broadcast, Amanda Laing, is designed to drive growth and revenue opportunities for Nine and accelerate key initiatives as part of the Nine2028 transformation program. It follows the new Group Operating Model and the creation of the Streaming and Broadcast Division announced in January.
The key changes include the creation of new roles with expanded responsibility for Channel 9, 9Now and Stan for the first time, including:
Executive Director – Entertainment. Michael Healy’s four decades of experience creating successful local content that resonates with Australian audiences will be leveraged across our free and subscription broadcast and streaming products. Michael has an innate sensibility of what Australian audiences want to watch, the talent they love, and the stories that will strike a chord.
Executive Director – Entertainment Content Acquisitions. Led by Cailah Scobie who has extensive experience across free and paid platforms, excellent credentials as a negotiator and deal-maker, and an ability to identify content which will drive advertising and subscription revenues.
Executive Director – News & Current Affairs. Fiona Dear will continue to lead News & Current Affairs and drive this integral division and its storytelling across all brands, as well as the transformation of 9News.
Sport is at the core of Nine’s DNA and the biggest single area of investment across the Nine Group. Wide World of Sports and Stan Sport are the foundation of our world-class reputation in sport production. To realise the full potential of this and drive efficiencies, these production teams will be brought together under the leadership of Brent Williams.
Amanda Laing will lead a strategic program across all other elements of the Nine Group’s sport business to identify further opportunities for efficiencies and growth across advertising and subscription revenues, rights, and partnerships.
Chief Strategy Officer – Streaming and Broadcast. A newly created position to help drive strategic analysis, planning, decisions and execution across our suite of free and paid products. Nine will soon commence recruitment for this position.
Chief Marketing Officer – Streaming and Broadcast. A newly created role to lead a coordinated marketing team of passionate brand specialists working across multiple platforms and channels. Nine will soon commence recruitment for this position.
Nine’s State Managing Directors. In QLD (Kylie Blucher), WA (Clive Bingwa) and SA (Sean O’Brien) will now report to Amanda Laing, to enable the growth of all Streaming and Broadcast businesses in those markets.
Complementing these structural and operational changes, three executives will have accountability for the P+L and strategic goals of Nine Group’s streaming and broadcast products.
Executive Director – Channel 9, 9 multi-channels and 9Now. Hamish Turner will have responsibility for the P+L of these free television and free streaming businesses.
Executive Director – Stan. With Stan a core growth opportunity for Nine, Dan Taylor will be responsible for the P+L of Stan.
Managing Director – Radio. As an important part of the Nine Group, Radio will continue to operate as it does today, delivering revenue and EBITDA contributions to the Nine Group under Tom Malone’s leadership.
Nine Managing Director Streaming and Broadcast, Amanda Laing said: “There is immense opportunity to drive growth for the Nine Group and strong momentum already underway.
“While Nine’s streaming and broadcast brands have enjoyed independent success, our strength lies in the power of the Nine Group and today’s changes are the first step in unlocking that potential.
“We’re lucky enough to have some of the industry’s top talent and I’m excited to leverage their experience across our streaming and broadcast brands.”
These changes are effective 1 July 2025 and all roles will report directly to Amanda Laing.
For further information, please contact: Caitlin Lynch
