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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 Spark conference brings together over 500 team members across product, engineering, data, cyber security, and group IT to celebrate achievements and share strategic updates.

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 Morning Herald, guiding a modern newsroom through this high-stakes marathon requires a perfect blend of meticulous planning, deep team trust, and an unexpected trip back in time.

Bringing creativity, data, and storytelling together to build high-performing commercial campaigns is no small feat. Yet, for George Hulley, Client Strategy Lead at Powered, Nine’s internal creative agency, this intersection is precisely where the magic happens.

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 the national conversation.

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 down with Rebekah to discuss her seven year career evolution, holding the keys to platforms that shape the national conversation, and how Nine supports women breaking boundaries in tech.

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 AI Masterclass to redefine the media landscape.

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 the recent Quill Award winner to discuss her heritage, the importance of representation, and how her "difference is her superpower."

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 professional DNA since the early days of the "dot com" boom.

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 UK correspondent for nine.com.au, Karishma Sarkari.

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 cross-team collaboration and innovation.

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 both parents, allowing families to equally share the vital early months of a child's life. This commitment is not just about a policy document; it’s about actively nurturing a culture where family balance and shared responsibility are the norm, not the exception.

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, now soaring to new levels of innovative coverage. We sat down with Shaun Wellfare, Senior Production Camera Operator and one of Nine’s senior drone pilots, to understand how this technology is enhancing the art of live sports coverage.