Leila McKinnon


Nine’s This Afternoon experiment could founder

The Nine Network’s plan for its new 4.30pm program isn’t a foregone conclusion.

Crikey Says: Crikey Says

Radio has been full of it. Nominations for the lofty and coveted office of Australian Governor General, that is. Who do you think will get it?

Tips and rumours

Is FIFA holding serious discussions with Australian soccer reps to hold the 2010 World Cup? South Africa’s electricity supply is not up to scratch, and is not expected to be fixed in time for kick-off.
John Howard’s former chief of staff Tony Nutt is shaping up as a credible candidate for Bill Heffernan’s Senate spot.
Eddie McGuire […]

Last night’s TV ratings

A fairly good night for summer with eight programs with a million or more viewers, reports Glenn Dyer.

Corey Delaney, Party Liaison: “get me to do it for you”

Bindi and Shane got a Penthouse cover and a fight with Ray Martin, Corey, with just the aid of a bare torso and a set of monosyllabic grunts, has a career in the making, writes Sophie Black.

Nine still the boys’ club

The Nine Network is a serial offender when it comes to upsetting female employees, and don’t think the appointment of David Gyngell as CEO will change things, writes Glenn Dyer.

Media briefs and TV ratings

David Gyngell facing the wife test. … Last night’s TV ratings.