Life at Nine

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Welcome to Life at Nine

Welcome to Life at Nine, the home of our people, and the culture that drives Australia's media company. Whether we are shaping national conversations in the newsroom, building cutting-edge digital platforms, crafting high-impact commercial solutions, or broadcasting live moments that bring the nation together, every single person at Nine plays a pivotal role in our success.

Here, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work directly impacts millions of Australians every day.

Step into our latest stories and video series to hear directly from the incredible teams behind our brands and discover what it truly means to shape the future of media with Nine.

Life at Nine stories 

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How I've Made My Mark with Callan Boys, National Editor, Good Food

Episode Four with Callan Boys, National Editor, Good Food. In the vibrant and fast-evolving world of Australian food culture, guiding how a nation dines out takes far more than just...

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Supporting families at Nine

Find out more about how we’re supporting working parents at Nine. Families@Nine is designed to support parents and caregivers at Nine. This initiative includes a range of benefits, and a...

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Parental leave at Nine: a policy that supports every parenting journey

Jarrad reflects on the impact Nine’s updated parental leave policy has had, and how it ensured he was treated the same as every other parent. When Jarrad Parker and his...

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Love, respect, empower: how the Pride Community is empowering others at Nine and beyond

To mark the celebration of Pride month 2025 ‘Love, Respect, Empower’, Nine’s Pride Community co-chairs share their insights on how their ERG’s (Employee Resource Group) initiatives impact and make waves...

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How I've Made My Mark with Fiona Chen, Product Manager

Episode One with Fiona Chen, Product Manager. Ever wondered what four years, working across a summer and winter Olympics and Paralympics, multiple product launches, app rebuilds and launching vertical videos...

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How I've Made My Mark with Shaun Wellfare, Lighting Camera Operator, Streaming and Broadcast

Episode Two with Shaun Wellfare, Lighting Camera Operator, Streaming & Broadcast. Since joining Nine in 2007, Shaun has travelled the world, covering major global events, from the tsunami in Japan,...

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How I've Made My Mark with Julia Tzoukos, Content Partnerships Manager, Sport

Episode Three with Julia Tzoukos, Content Partnerships Manager, Sport. In the fast-paced world of live sports media, capturing audience attention requires far more than traditional ad breaks. It demands creative...

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A day in the life with Rebekah Chow, Engineering Manager

Ever wondered what a day inside Australia's biggest media engine room looks like? Here’s a look behind the scenes at a day in the life at Nine. Whether our teams...

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A day in the life with April Glover, Senior Reporter, nine.com.au

Ever wondered what a day inside Australia's biggest media engine room looks like? Here’s a look behind the scenes at a day in the life at Nine. Whether our teams...

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Moving forward as one: How cross-functional collaboration drives success at Nine

At Nine, “Move Forward as One” is more than just a phrase; it is a core value that fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous innovation. Twice a year, Nine’s...

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More signal, less noise: Leon Tranter on successful delivery management and the power of knowing your customer

In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital media and streaming, delivering seamless user experiences requires more than just technical precision; it requires a relentless focus on the people using the...

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From archives to algorithm: behind the scenes at Nine’s hackathon, ‘Hack into History’

Software Engineer, Marc Lu, and his team won Best Overall Hack. Marc shares his insights on his team’s concept ‘Vertical Vault’ and how Nine’s hackathon is the perfect opportunity for...

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From campaigns to Cannes: Client Solutions Executive Tayla Orr is driving commercial success at Nine

Recently returning from representing Australia at Cannes Lions Festival, Tayla Orr shares her insights on the learnings from the event she’ll be applying to her role, and what it’s like...

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No place like home: celebrating World Photography Day 2026

This year’s World Photography Day theme is ‘Home’. We asked some of our photographers to choose one or more images from their portfolio that signify ‘home’ to them. Indigo Lemay...

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The London edge: how Nine’s reporter Karishma Sarkari gives Australia the inside story

The news never stops, and neither does our global reach. For Nine’s comprehensive digital coverage, bridging the time zones and cultural divides is critical – a job perfectly handled by...

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Leading with insight: Melanie Ingrey on data, digital evolution, and the power of strategic leadership

In the rapidly shifting landscape of Australian media, data is the compass that guides growth. For Melanie Ingrey, Director of Insights at Nine, that compass has been part of her...

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Revolutionising tech at Nine: amplifying human potential with AI

At Nine, we’re more than just a media company – we’re a thriving technology powerhouse. We build incredible software that millions use daily, powering applications like AFR, SMH, The Age,...

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Nine’s parental leave policy: enabling the time that matters most

At Nine, we are redefining what it means to be a working parent. Central to this change is our parental leave policy that offers 18 weeks of paid leave for...

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The power of presence: how Nine’s parental leave policy redefined family bonding for Engineering Manager Cyril George

Cyril reflects on how Nine’s leading parental leave program allowed him the opportunity to redefine family bonding, and use the extended time to travel Australia with his young family.  ...

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Architecting autonomy: Engineering Manager Jyotsna Gajjala on leading Nine’s next-gen AI engineering teams

In the continually evolving landscape of digital media and technology, Nine is pioneering transformative approaches to software engineering. At the forefront of this innovation is Jyotsna Gajjala, an Engineering Manager...

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Drive your career at Nine: how our people are leading the AI revolution

At Nine, we don’t just report on the future; we build it. We are celebrating Careers Week by pulling back the curtain on how our teams are leveraging our bespoke...

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Reaching new heights: Shaun Wellfare on how Nine’s drone program innovates sports broadcasting

As the world of live sports demands ever more spectacular and immersive viewing experiences, Nine is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Leading the charge is our pioneering drone program,...

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Growing your career from the inside: the power of internal mobility at Nine

At Nine, we’re not just a collection of successful media brands – we’re a community where careers thrive. We know that some of our best talent is already walking our...

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From intern to Engineering Manager: how Rebekah Chow carved out a high-impact tech career at Nine

From starting as an engineering intern to leading the teams behind Australia’s largest metro mastheads, Rebekah Chow’s journey is a masterclass in the power of the Nine ecosystem. We sat...

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‘Australia Belongs Here’: Neary Ty on the power of culturally diverse storytelling

From starting as an intern to making history as one of the first Asian women to report for 9News Melbourne, Neary’s journey is one of tenacity. We sat down with...

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NAIDOC Week 2026: 50 years of Deadly: how representation on and off the field shapes the future of Nine

At Nine, a career is rarely defined by just one path. From newsrooms to broadcasting operations, our people are encouraged to lean into their passions, champion meaningful initiatives, and shape...

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Interview tips from our Talent Acquisition team

We want to empower you to bring your best self to the conversation, so we asked our Talent Acquisition team to share their top tips for success, from the importance...

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The action never stops for Kate Solomonson, Sports Sales Executive

Discover how Kate and her close-knit team navigate the ever-changing landscape of major sporting events.   As a Sports Sales Executive at Nine, Kate Solomonson is part of a small,...

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A masterclass in momentum: Peter Brennan on the evolution of media, leading high stakes campaigns and thriving in a fast paced environment

Peter Brennan, Head of Marketing, Communications & TV Programming for Nine Perth has always been a media enthusiast. Long before he joined the Nine ecosystem, Peter was a kid writing...

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Leading with impact: how Sydney Morning Herald Editor Jordan Baker tackles Australia’s most intense media marathon

In the fast-moving landscape of Australian media, few events demand as much strategic agility, intense collaboration, and raw focus as the Federal Budget. For Jordan Baker, Editor of The Sydney...