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Games bosses put positive spin on emblem blooper

Games bosses put positive spin on emblem blooper

A state minister and a marketing guru have talked up an accidental leak of the official Olympic emblem, suggesting all publicity is good publicity.

'Do it ourselves': ultimatum for Labor on gambling laws

'Do it ourselves': ultimatum for Labor on gambling laws

'Do it ourselves': ultimatum for Labor on gambling laws

'Do it ourselves': ultimatum for Labor on gambling laws

A red line has been drawn on a key sticking point in negotiations over Labor's contentious gambling reforms as the Greens flag their preparedness to do a deal.

Harvey Norman fined $35m for 'seriously misleading' ads

Harvey Norman fined $35m for 'seriously misleading' ads

Harvey Norman fined $35m for 'seriously misleading' ads

Harvey Norman fined $35m for 'seriously misleading' ads

A finance giant and a major retailer beamed thousands of unlawful, misleading ads into Australians' loungerooms, causing "financially unquantifiable" harm.

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'Misery and loss': long-awaited gambling ad ban panned

'Misery and loss': long-awaited gambling ad ban panned

The opposition and the crossbenchers are pressuring Labor to strengthen gambling ad changes, and some government MPs want to go further as well.

Political shift 'moving mountains' as One Nation rises

Political shift 'moving mountains' as One Nation rises

A debate between populism and practicality has replaced the traditional contest of left versus right, a Labor minister says

Hanson's four-word advice as 'sexist' premier ad panned

Hanson's four-word advice as 'sexist' premier ad panned

A "Ditch the Witch" campaign aimed at a female premier has been dubbed sexist by the prime minister, but another prominent figure was less sympathetic.

Critics pay out on PM for 'cowardly' gambling reforms

Critics pay out on PM for 'cowardly' gambling reforms

The Albanese government has drawn scorn from political rivals after tabling its response to the Murphy report on gambling reform in the shadow of the budget.

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Consumer watchdog chomps down on Black Friday swindlers

Consumer watchdog chomps down on Black Friday swindlers

Consumer watchdog chomps down on Black Friday swindlers

Consumer watchdog chomps down on Black Friday swindlers

Phony countdowns and puffed-up sale offerings across Black Friday have put about two dozen retailers in the consumer watchdog's crosshairs.

More cost relief on table as Aussies asked to save fuel

More cost relief on table as Aussies asked to save fuel

More cost relief on table as Aussies asked to save fuel

More cost relief on table as Aussies asked to save fuel

The impacts of the energy crisis will likely continue even if a Middle East ceasefire holds, the government warns as it prepares to roll out an ad campaign.

Punt on gambling reforms fails to hit support jackpot

Punt on gambling reforms fails to hit support jackpot

Punt on gambling reforms fails to hit support jackpot

Punt on gambling reforms fails to hit support jackpot

Restrictions on gambling ads have drawn pointed criticism from harm reduction advocates, who say there are too many loopholes that will still hurt Australians.

Shopping for a new car? Life360 will have your back

Shopping for a new car? Life360 will have your back

Shopping for a new car? Life360 will have your back

Shopping for a new car? Life360 will have your back

Family location-sharing app owner Life360 says a recent $181 million acquisition will bring it closer to its goal of targeting users where they are with ads.

Tech companies pushed to pay for Australian news

Tech companies pushed to pay for Australian news

Tech companies pushed to pay for Australian news

Tech companies pushed to pay for Australian news

Social media and search engines must pay for local news or face other financial charges in a government bid to fund Australian journalism.

KIIS radio owner expects double-digit revenue decline

KIIS radio owner expects double-digit revenue decline

KIIS radio owner expects double-digit revenue decline

KIIS radio owner expects double-digit revenue decline

Economic uncertainty and cautious client sentiment are weighing on advertising spending across Australia, according to ARN Media.

Media giant wants compo if gambling ads are punted

Media giant wants compo if gambling ads are punted

Media giant wants compo if gambling ads are punted

Media giant wants compo if gambling ads are punted

Nine Entertainment wants compensation from the government if a national ban is slapped on gambling ads and says regulations must extend to tech companies.

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Trump to hit Canada with 10pct extra import tax over ad

A furious Donald Trump says he will slap an extra 10 per cent tax on imports from Canada because an anti-tariff TV ad wasn't pulled from the air fast enough.

Sweeney jeans ad frenzy boosts teen clothing retailer

An internet meltdown over an ad campaign featuring actor Sydney Sweeney has translated into new customers for an American clothing brand.

Star-studded push to lure tourists to Australia

Global celebrities have been signed up to help bring travellers to Australian shores as part of a tourism push infused with a "strong dose of humour".

Upper house pushing Labor on 'secret' gambling ads plan

The government is under pressure over its plans for gambling advertising as an independent senator pushes for the release of documents.

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Greenwashing lawsuit to test 'overstated' gas claims

Claims about the future of renewable gas will be tested in Federal Court after the competition regulator launched its biggest greenwashing lawsuit to date.

Little reaction to nuclear policy on MPs' social media

Liberals and Nationals candidates running in seats where nuclear plants could be set up under a coalition government so far haven't been playing up the plan.

'Rust-proof' utes under spotlight amid false ad claims

More than 5000 complaints about LDV utes and vans being affected by rust were received by the time ads showing them on beaches were pulled, a lawsuit alleges.

Abbie Chatfield cleared of breaching electoral rules

Abbie Chatfield has been cleared of overstepping electoral rules after a review of posts by the social media influencer featuring politician interviews.

Alcohol risk ad blitz aims to stop overseas tragedies

A new campaign targeting young people travelling overseas is aiming to prevent alcohol-related tragedies which killed two Australian teenagers.

Meta uses facial recognition to spot scam celebrity ads

Social media giant Meta is introducing facial recognition tools to the UK and EU that can spot "celeb-bait" scam advertisements.

Slow gambling shift defended after bus, train ad ban

As the push continues for a national ban on gambling advertisements, one state won't let the ads be plastered across its public transport network.

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