Seven West Media

Seven West Media

https://www.sevenwestmedia.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sevenwestmedia/

Seven West Media is a publicly owned Australian media company founded in 1992. Employing approximately 2970 people, the company's primary business is the production and distribution of broadcast media. Its operations encompass free-to-air and on-demand television channels, along with print and online publishing, including magazines and newspapers.

Revenue

Founded

1992

Headcount

2,965

Headquarters

Australia

Primary Segment

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Ownership

Publicly Owned

News Summary:

Seven West Media launched a new premium digital travel magazine, Roam, on Saturday, September 13, 2025. The magazine, an expansion of the company's digital news brand The Nightly, targets modern explorers seeking unique travel experiences. Separately, chairman Kerry Stokes was ordered to pay $13.5 million in legal costs to Nine Entertainment. This payment covers costs incurred during the defamation trial of Ben Roberts-Smith, whom Stokes financially supported.

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Dec

1st

2025

20:02

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Monitor, Debug and Improve Your Entire Stack

New Relic gives us one platform that we can look at and get a complete picture. It’s absolutely crucial. Scott Favelle Technology Director, Seven West Media With errors inbox, we expect our MTTR to be within 15 minutes.

Nov

30th

2025

18:30

Awards and Recognitions, B2B Tag

Bruce McAvaney Receives World Athletics President’s Award

Bruce McAvaney, a legendary Australian broadcaster, has received the World Athletics President’s Award for his lifelong support and contributions to athletics broadcasting. He has been a prominent figure in Australian sports, covering various events including the AFL Grand Final, Melbourne Cup, and Olympic Games. McAvaney has been recognized for his unique connection with athletics and the public, and his enthusiasm and love for the sport have made him a household name. He has received numerous honors, including the Medal of the Order of Australia and induction into the Australian Football Hall of Fame.

Seven West Media

Nov

30th

2025

18:30

Seven Network reaches 11.36 million Australians nationally

The Seven Network reached 11.36 million Australians nationally, with 7plus having a 38.1% commercial share in streaming. The network's top programs included 7NEWS Monday, The 1% Club, and Better Homes and Gardens. Sunrise and Weekend Sunrise dominated breakfast TV, with 45% more viewers than Today. The Seven Network also had a strong presence in sports, with the WBBL – Brisbane vs Melbourne Stars being the #1 sport program of the week.

Seven West Media

Nov

30th

2025

11:00

Childcare educators rejoice with an extra $200 a week bump in sector’s second pay rise

Childcare educators will be celebrating on Monday when the second stage of a 15 per cent pay rise lands in their pay packets as part of national attempts to stem the sector’s workforce crisis. Katina Curtis is the Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian.

Broome Advertiser

Nov

29th

2025

18:30

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

Seven Network Dominates Australian Television Ratings in 2025

The Seven Network has been named Australia's most-watched television network for the 2025 ratings survey year, with 7plus cementing its position as the fastest-growing BVOD platform. The network grew its average audience by 1.6% and was the most-watched network in 24 of the 40 rating survey weeks. 7plus saw a 42.3% year-on-year growth, with over 17.4 million Australians watching the network each month, including 4.8 million streaming on 7plus. The network's key entertainment shows, such as My Kitchen Rules and Australian Idol, also saw significant audience growth.

Seven West Media

Nov

27th

2025

03:06

Southern Cross Media’s Merger Approved, With Divestments

Australia’s media regulator, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), has given the go-ahead for Southern Cross Media’s takeover of Seven West Media. The approval is contingent upon the companies selling 17 radio stations to comply with media diversity regulations.

Finance News Network

Nov

27th

2025

00:54

SCA must shed broadcast licences to get Seven merger over the line

The Australian Communications and Media Authority has given “prior approval” for the proposed merger between Seven West Media and Southern Cross Austereo — on the proviso that SCA divests a number of its broadcast licences. ACMA notes that “when completed, the transaction will result in temporary breaches of the media diversity rules” in sections 61AG and 61AH of the Code.

Nov

26th

2025

19:01

Seven and Southern Cross merger secures ACMA approval

The news: Seven West Media and Southern Cross Austereo have secured approval from the Australian media regulator for their agreed merger, paving the way for the deal to be finalised pending a shareholder vote. The context: The announcement marks the final regulatory approval required before shareholders in Seven West Media vote on the deal on 22 December.

Nov

25th

2025

18:30

Seven West Media : 7NEWS is Australia’s #1 news in 2025

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 Audience grows across broadcast, digital and social platforms Total TV audience up 3% year-on-year, 7plus up 70% 7NEWS expands regional presence The Seven Network's 7NEWS has re-enforced its position as Australia's most-watched news, with the 6.00pm bulletin ranking as the #1 news program nationally for the 20 th year in a row and recording strong audience growth across broadcast, streaming and digital.

MarketScreener India

Nov

25th

2025

18:30

7NEWS Reaffirms Position as Australia's Most-Watched News

7NEWS has maintained its position as Australia's most-watched news, with the 6.00pm bulletin ranking as the #1 news program nationally for the 20th year in a row. The network has recorded strong audience growth across broadcast, streaming, and digital, with a 3% increase in total TV audience year-on-year and a 70% surge in 7plus viewership. 7NEWS has also expanded its regional presence, with new updates launched in Broken Hill and Spencer Gulf.

Seven West Media

Nov

24th

2025

01:29

Nine and SCA sales and mergers progressing towards a conclusion

Today, Monday November 24, Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) are holding their AGM live and via webcast where there will be the outcome of several voting matter for shareholders. The current SCA board has recommended that they vote for: 1.

Nov

23rd

2025

23:55

Financial Results, B2B Tag

SXL: Strong results, digital growth, and merger plans drive board-backed resolutions to victory

The AGM highlighted strong financial results, digital growth, and a fully franked dividend, with the board emphasizing the strategic benefits of the proposed merger with Seven West Media. Shareholder proposals to remove directors and amend the constitution were defeated, and all board-supported resolutions passed with strong majorities.

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Seven West Media currently holds 2 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including multi-sport and athletics.

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