Nine Entertainment Starts Job Cuts in Streaming and Broadcast Division
Nine Entertainment has initiated job reductions in its Streaming and Broadcast division, impacting around 50 positions. Senior on-air and production personnel are among those affected as part of a broader cost-saving strategy.
Details of Redundancies
The first wave of layoffs includes key staff across multiple markets, signaling a significant restructure within the network's streaming and broadcast operations.
Notable Departures
- Jonathan Uptin, a veteran 9News Queensland sports reporter, will leave after his contract was not renewed. Uptin has been a familiar face in Queensland television and has worked in several Nine markets.
- In Adelaide, Channel 9 newsreader Kate Collins was dismissed shortly after hosting the station’s annual Christmas Pageant coverage. Her dismissal reportedly left her “heartbroken” and surprised by the decision.
Community and Industry Reaction
“I reckon the biggest story in Adelaide right now is the way poor old Kate Collins has been treated by Channel 9,” said FIVEAA's David Penberthy on air. “I mean treated by Channel 9 nationally. It’s a classic example of the head office in Sydney treating us like you-know-what and as a result there’s one fewer South Aussie on our TV screens.”
Penberthy criticised the manner in which the cut was handled but recognized the commercial challenges facing television in 2025.
Summary
Nine Entertainment’s restructuring reflects the increasing financial pressures on traditional and streaming media, leading to significant job cuts among experienced staff.
Author’s summary: Nine Entertainment’s widespread job cuts highlight the tough financial climate in broadcasting, sparking backlash over decisions impacting respected local talent.