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Sky News AU
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
‘It's more of a mercy killing than an axing': Channel 10 preparing to announce new current affairs program to replace The Project
TV industry insiders have made grave predictions about the future of Ten's flagship current affairs program The Project amid reports the show will end in the coming months. Produced by Rove McManus' Roving Enterprises, the weeknight current affairs show first hit Aussie screens in 2009 and has been a mainstay of the network's primetime line up. According to TV insider Peter Ford, The Project 'won't last' until the end of 2025. "I don't think The Project will see the year out," Ford told 3AW Breakfast on Friday. "Quite frankly at the moment, it's more of a mercy killing than an axing." The series' original panel consisted of Carrie Bickmore, Charlie Pickering and Dave Hughes but its most well-known line up was arguably Bickmore, Peter Helliar, Waleed Aly and Hamish McDonald. It was this era that saw The Project and its hosts pick up a trophy case of Logie wins, including Gold Logies for Bickmore in 2015 and Aly in 2016. Bickmore and Helliar left the Melbourne-based show in 2022 amid reported budget cuts and declining viewership at the free-to-air broadcaster. The struggling program currently features a rotating line up of regular presenters including Aly, Sarah Harris, Sam Taunton and Georgie Tunny from Sunday to Friday. Meanwhile, industry website TV Blackbox is reporting a new show is being shaped to only air four nights a week — Monday to Thursday — to replace The Project by August. The new show will reportedly run for just 30 minutes as opposed to The Project's current one-hour timeslot. It is understood Ten will be broadcasting the new show from Sydney to save on costs and already broadcasts The Project from Sydney on Sundays. The update comes days after it was revealed Ten has wooed several prominent journalists away from rival Seven with generous salary bumps. Among the shiny new names at Ten are ex-Spotlight producer and Sunday Night reporter Denham Hitchcock and former Seven correspondent Amelia Brace. has reached out to Channel 10 for comment.
Hamilton Spectator
21-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Feds should penalize companies that move production outside of Canada: Unifor
The federal government has an even more powerful trade-war weapon than counter-tariffs at its disposal and should begin using it immediately, says Canada's biggest private sector union. In a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney being sent Tuesday and provided to the Star, Unifor national president Lana Payne urges Carney and his government to use the Foreign Extraterritorial Measures Act to penalize companies that shift production out of Canada to avoid tariffs imposed by U.S. president Donald Trump . The act gives the attorney general — in conjunction with the foreign affairs minister — the power to issue orders barring companies and individuals from complying with foreign laws and policies which have the potential to 'adversely affect Canadian interests in relation to international trade or commerce.' The act allows a maximum penalty of $1.5 million for companies, and $150,000 plus five years in prison for individuals. While counter-tariffs have been a necessary and effective measure to fight the trade war, said Payne, the urgency is growing as companies shift production and shed jobs. 'As tariffs persist, and threats of layoff and plant closures mount, further aggressive and defensive action must be taken to solidify Canada's industrial economy,' Payne wrote in her letter to Carney. 'I urge your government to take immediate and decisive action using the Foreign Extraterritorial Measures Act (FEMA), to prevent corporations operating in Canada, from offshoring jobs in response to foreign trade policies — particularly those originating from the United States.' Unifor is also calling for stronger penalties, including asset seizures for companies that violate orders issued under FEMA, as well as compliance with FEMA orders, to be a condition for any company seeking relief from Canada's own retaliatory tariffs. 'We need to stop rewarding companies that gut our communities and undermine our economy,' said Payne. 'This is about protecting good Canadian jobs and defending our sovereignty.' In a legal brief prepared for Unifor, international trade lawyer Craig Logie said FEMA could be even more effective with a few legislative tweaks, including explicitly making U.S. instructions to 'off-shore' jobs from Canada an unenforceable measure. Logie also suggested raising the maximum fines, as well as giving courts the ability to order the seizure and sale of property of companies or individuals who disobey an order under FEMA. Logie noted that the Act can also apply to everything from official court rulings and government legislation, to 'intimations of policy and other communications issued foreign state or foreign tribunal.' 'This is very broad language,' Logie wrote in his analysis. The 1985 Act has been invoked twice before, both times involving American trade and economic policies. In 2014, the Conservative government of Stephen Harper used it to fight Buy American provisions in an Alaskan-operated ferry terminal being refurbished in Prince Rupert, B.C. In 1992, Brian Mulroney's Progressive Conservative government invoked the Act to make it illegal for Canadian companies and individuals to comply with the U.S. trade embargo on Cuba. Still, using it to punish companies for trying to avoid tariffs would be novel ground, said John Boscariol, head of the international trade law group at McCarthy Tetrault. 'FEMA has never been used in the way they're proposing,' said Boscariol. 'They might have a hard time convincing the government to use it like this.'
Perth Now
05-05-2025
- General
- Perth Now
Beach dog ban proposal sparks outrage
Pet owners and their local council are in a stand off as a controversial proposal to ban off-leash dogs at a popular beach has lead to outrage in the community. Tensions have now boiled over, and grown men have been reduced to tears over the proposal. 'At one of the events we hosted … two men and at least three women that day were in tears at the thought of changes being made to Stumers Creek of leash beach,' committee co-founder Bree Logie told NewsWire. 'I have to tell you this broke my heart as it's not often you see a grown man cry.' Ms Logie co-founded The Save Stumers Creek Off Leash Dog Beach Committee, which has been created to oppose the Sunshine Coast council's Draft Dog Exercise Area Regional Plan. The Sunshine Coast council has proposed to ban off-leash dogs off a 1km stretch of beach. Lachie Millard Credit: News Corp Australia 'Stumers Creek, Coolum Beach has been a popular off-leash dog beach for over thirty years,' Ms Logie told NewsWire. 'Most locals take great pride in having our dogs off leash, while respecting the environment, the turtles during breeding season and also each other.' Ms Logie has been a local to the area for over two decades, and purchased her home at Coolum Beach specifically to be able to be able to enjoy the off-leash beach with her pack of rescue dogs. Ms Logie (left) said she has seen grown men brought to tears over the council's proposal. Supplied Credit: Supplied 'Coolum Beach is unique in that Stumers Creek has many people who frequent the beach who do not own dogs, however they enjoy the interaction with the off leash dogs that visit the beach daily,' she said. Among these regulars Rob Debnam, who goes to the beach specifically to enjoy time with the off-leash dogs after his beloved furry friend, Socks, passed away. 'We have one gentleman who travels 40 minutes per day for his mental health,' Ms Logie said. 'His dog died two years ago and he religiously returns to the beach several times a week to sit and chat to the locals and interact with the dogs.' Councillor Taylor Bunnag, Rob Debnam, and Jaclyn Kelly pictured at a committee event. Supplied Credit: Supplied The committee believes that dogs are not causing substantial damage to the environment of the beach. But the council has said it has a responsibility to consider the 'environmental toll' animals take on beaches in the LGA. A spokesperson told Yahoo News Australia community feedback was currently being reviewed. 'This plan is about shaping a future network of dog exercise areas across the entire Sunshine Coast — whether that's parks, beaches or recreation reserves — that meet the needs of dog owners while respecting our region's environmental and community values,' the spokesperson said. 'The community feedback will help ensure we strike the right balance between creating safe recreational spaces for dog owners and non-dog owners alike, while maintaining the natural beauty of our region.' NewsWire has contacted the council for comment. More than 6000 signatories have joined the committees petition against the proposed changes. Supplied Credit: Supplied Ms Logie (far left) co-founded the committee with Jaclyn Kelly (far right) to oppose council's proposal. Supplied Credit: Supplied Council's current proposed plan would change the one kilometre stretch of sandy coastline which makes Stumers Creek in Coolum Beach a leashed area, as council aims to protect the natural environment. This comes as part of a broader policy plan which would create more dog parks, but less off-leash stretches of beach. Many locals have been infuriated over the decision, taking to Facebook to assert that their pets are more well behaved than children, cause minimal environmental disturbance, and need the area to relax and enjoy freely. The proposal has led to outrage among the community, as locals demand that their furry counterparts should be able to relax freely along the coastline. Lachie Millard Credit: News Corp Australia This comes amid a broader move of Australian councils moving away from off-leash beaches due to increasing concerns about wildlife protection, erosion, and non-dog beachgoers' comfort. This trend has sparked controversy within communities, with dog owners and local communities voicing their concerns. Among these, are the Shoalhaven City Council which approved a proposal to permanently reduce the off-leash area at Narrawallee Beach and City of Greater Geelong which implemented a permanent ban on dogs at Ocean Grove Beach after a two-year trial. The council will come to their final resolution within the next few months. NewsWire reached out to the Sunshine Coast Council for comment, but did not receive a comment by the time of publishing.
News.com.au
05-05-2025
- General
- News.com.au
Residents voice outrage over Sunshine Coast Council's controversial proposal to ban off-leash dogs from popular beach
Pet owners and their local council are in a stand off as a controversial proposal to ban off-leash dogs at a popular beach has lead to outrage in the community. Tensions have now boiled over, and grown men have been reduced to tears over the proposal. 'At one of the events we hosted … two men and at least three women that day were in tears at the thought of changes being made to Stumers Creek of leash beach,' committee co-founder Bree Logie told NewsWire. 'I have to tell you this broke my heart as it's not often you see a grown man cry.' Ms Logie co-founded The Save Stumers Creek Off Leash Dog Beach Committee, which has been created to oppose the Sunshine Coast council's Draft Dog Exercise Area Regional Plan. 'Stumers Creek, Coolum Beach has been a popular off-leash dog beach for over thirty years,' Ms Logie told NewsWire. 'Most locals take great pride in having our dogs off leash, while respecting the environment, the turtles during breeding season and also each other.' Ms Logie has been a local to the area for over two decades, and purchased her home at Coolum Beach specifically to be able to be able to enjoy the off-leash beach with her pack of rescue dogs. 'Coolum Beach is unique in that Stumers Creek has many people who frequent the beach who do not own dogs, however they enjoy the interaction with the off leash dogs that visit the beach daily,' she said. Among these regulars Rob Debnam, who goes to the beach specifically to enjoy time with the off-leash dogs after his beloved furry friend, Socks, passed away. 'We have one gentleman who travels 40 minutes per day for his mental health,' Ms Logie said. 'His dog died two years ago and he religiously returns to the beach several times a week to sit and chat to the locals and interact with the dogs.' The committee believes that dogs are not causing substantial damage to the environment of the beach. But the council has said it has a responsibility to consider the 'environmental toll' animals take on beaches in the LGA. A spokesperson told Yahoo News Australia community feedback was currently being reviewed. 'This plan is about shaping a future network of dog exercise areas across the entire Sunshine Coast — whether that's parks, beaches or recreation reserves — that meet the needs of dog owners while respecting our region's environmental and community values,' the spokesperson said. 'The community feedback will help ensure we strike the right balance between creating safe recreational spaces for dog owners and non-dog owners alike, while maintaining the natural beauty of our region.' NewsWire has contacted the council for comment. Council's current proposed plan would change the one kilometre stretch of sandy coastline which makes Stumers Creek in Coolum Beach a leashed area, as council aims to protect the natural environment. This comes as part of a broader policy plan which would create more dog parks, but less off-leash stretches of beach. Many locals have been infuriated over the decision, taking to Facebook to assert that their pets are more well behaved than children, cause minimal environmental disturbance, and need the area to relax and enjoy freely. This comes amid a broader move of Australian councils moving away from off-leash beaches due to increasing concerns about wildlife protection, erosion, and non-dog beachgoers' comfort. This trend has sparked controversy within communities, with dog owners and local communities voicing their concerns. Among these, are the Shoalhaven City Council which approved a proposal to permanently reduce the off-leash area at Narrawallee Beach and City of Greater Geelong which implemented a permanent ban on dogs at Ocean Grove Beach after a two-year trial. The council will come to their final resolution within the next few months.
Associated Press
31-01-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Amazon Influencers Vote Logie.ai as #1 in Latest Survey
New York, NY January 31, 2025 --( In a powerful demonstration of the trust and loyalty within the Amazon influencer community, has been voted the number one platform in the largest poll report conducted in 2024. This prestigious recognition is a part of the 'State of the Amazon Influencer Program Report,' compiled by data authority Claire Shaner, and highlights Logie's steadfast leadership in empowering influencers to achieve remarkable growth. The comprehensive report, which surveyed top Amazon influencers, identified as the most-used and trusted third-party commission website, surpassing its industry peers. This achievement underscores Logie's relentless commitment to providing cutting-edge tools and exceptional support for the influencer community. The survey also breaks down income streams, including on-site content commissions, third-party commission websites, and more, providing valuable insights for established Amazon influencers. 'Analyzing the financial success of high earners among Amazon influencers, it's clear that diversification is key; all respondents maintain at least three income streams. Notably, among the preferred platforms for earning through commissions, stands out as the favored choice. Out of the respondents making $5,000 or more a month, 69% use indicating its significant role in their income strategies. This highlights not only the effectiveness of in helping influencers optimize their earnings but also the growing importance of reliable affiliate platforms in today's digital economy.' - Claire Shaner, Data Coach in the Amazon Influencer ecosystem For the first time, is offering influencers a reverse approach to brand collaborations. This shift enables them to concentrate on their creative work and what they do best without the financial pressure. Influencers no longer need to tirelessly hunt for brand collaborations, often sacrificing their creative integrity in the process. Logie has got their back when it comes to securing rewarding partnerships with brands that resonate with their authentic vision and passion. 'We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition from our influencer community. It reinforces why we do what we do,' said Adam Bourque, COO of 'At Logie, we see AI not as a human replacement, but rather amplifying its impact through intelligent influencer-brand collaborations. Together, we are creating not just success stories, but a vibrant ecosystem where every voice matters. The feedback we receive from our users drives us to enhance our platform continually, ensuring that remains the trusted partner for influencers at all stages of their journey.' With plans to further invest in AI-driven technologies, is poised to take its industry-leading platform to the next level. Recently, completed a successful seed funding round, marking a significant step towards expanding its innovative solutions in the influencer marketing sphere. Fellow startup Levanta also raised $20M in its Series A round, which illustrates the booming investment zest in affiliate marketing technologies. As Logie's AI agents continue to evolve, they're poised to take center stage in 2025, revolutionizing the way influencers connect with brands and driving unprecedented results. Logie Inc. Tanya Breus
