The most-mentioned People & Personalities subjects in the Australian media press headlines over the last week:
CHRIS JONES
Southern Cross Media Group has appointed Chris Jones, previously of Seven Network, to the position of Director of Sport across TV, audio, and streaming platforms. This high-profile media transition marks a major leadership hire aimed at directing the organization's overarching sports broadcasting and content strategy.
- Chris Jones appointed to director of sport – TV, audio and streaming at Southern Cross
- Southern Cross Media Group appoints Chris Jones as Director of Sport
- Southern Cross Media Group appoints Chris Jones director sport
- Southern Cross Names Seven’s Chris Jones As Group Head Of Sport
DERRYN HINCH
Media and political figure Derryn Hinch, known as the "Human Headline", has died at the age of 82. Various publications paid tribute to the former broadcaster and senator, highlighting his fierce, passionate, and unapologetic legacy across television, radio, and Australian politics after a long, impactful career.
- ‘That’s life’: Human Headline Derryn Hinch signs off at 82
- Derryn Hinch, broadcaster and former senator, dies aged 82
- Fierce, unapologetic passion': Derryn Hinch dies aged 82
- Human headline' Derryn Hinch has died
- The ‘Human Headline’ Derryn Hinch Passed Away
KAREN GILL
News Xtend has promoted Karen Gill to the position of head of sales and client success. The strategic appointment charges her with leading sales leadership and guiding the company's SMB growth strategy, reflecting a focus on driving business development, client engagement, and commercial expansion.
- News Xtend appoints Karen Gill to head of sales and client success
- News Xtend elevates Karen Gill to head of sales and client success
- News Xtend Promotes Karen Gill To Lead SMB Growth Strategy
- News Xtend promotes Karen Gill to sales leadership
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