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Disney puts ABC News under TV networks business head Debra OConnell
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Disney puts ABC News under TV networks business head Debra OConnell

LA Times  

Walt Disney Co. is putting all of its traditional TV assets — its news division, entertainment networks and TV station group — under a single executive. Debra OConnell has been elevated to the new role of president, News Group and Networks, Disney Entertainment. A 27-year-veteran of Disney, OConnell was already overseeing ABC Owned Television Stations and the business side of …

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Why would Disney want to sell ABC?
1 year, 3 months ago

Why would Disney want to sell ABC?

LA Times  

Walt Disney Co. Chief Executive Bob Iger poses with Mickey Mouse at “Mickey’s 90th Spectacular” in 2018 at the Shrine Auditorium. An episode set in Disneyland or Disney World was a given for every family-centered ABC sitcom, from “Roseanne” to “black-ish.” ABC has long been part of the entertainment behemoth’s DNA, which is why it came as a shock when …

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Amid a cost-of-living crisis, meet the people turning to side hustles to make ends meet
1 year, 7 months ago

Amid a cost-of-living crisis, meet the people turning to side hustles to make ends meet

ABC  

Makeup is Alia Mohamed's passion — but it's also become her lifeline. Key points: Almost one million Australians have more than one job For some people this has uncovered a hidden passion But some experts are worried about the risk of burn out Unable to get by on the salary she earns as a support worker, she's created a side …

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Wyangala Dam's expansion, one of NSW's most expensive water security projects, on shaky ground
3 years, 5 months ago

Wyangala Dam's expansion, one of NSW's most expensive water security projects, on shaky ground

ABC  

The New South Wales government is being accused of backing away from one of the state's most expensive water security projects. Key points: A NSW government department reveals other options are being considered to improve water security Some claim the government is backing away from expanding Wyangala Dam Its business case is already pushed back until 2022 At the height …

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NSW Government's $1 billion 'band-aid solution' for drought-proofing rural areas slammed
4 years, 3 months ago

NSW Government's $1 billion 'band-aid solution' for drought-proofing rural areas slammed

ABC  

The New South Wales Government has been asked to explain why more than $1 billion of taxpayers' money was being spent on two dams without finalised business cases. Key points: Wyangala dam near Cowra is being expanded by 650 billion litres, and a new Dungowan Dam will be built near Tamworth The $1 billion in funding was announced in 2019 …

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Australia's manufacturing pivot in a post-coronavirus world as COVID-19 creates 'new era' for the economy
4 years, 8 months ago

Australia's manufacturing pivot in a post-coronavirus world as COVID-19 creates 'new era' for the economy

ABC  

Almost 30 years ago, Sydney-based business Almec created parts for the gaming industry. Though playing down any moves towards more protectionist policies, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has talked up promoting Australia's "economic sovereignty" in a post COVID-19 world. The manufacturing sector expert and former advisor to the Federal Government said the manufacturing industry had been "withering on the vine, for …

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Parcels destined for nearby suburbs take mysterious interstate route, leaving business owners bemused
5 years, 2 months ago

Parcels destined for nearby suburbs take mysterious interstate route, leaving business owners bemused

ABC  

Parcels needing to go to nearby suburbs are going on odd routes around the country despite a new $240-million automated distribution centre recently opening near Brisbane. Key points: Parcels needing to be delivered within Queensland are going via NSW and Victoria Some businesses have seen parcels take more than two weeks to be delivered to nearby suburbs A new automated …

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