The Hollywood Reporter Australia's launch party was a far cry from the glitzy affair promised on the invite. Instead of A-list celebrities, the event featured a red carpet, a plastic fold-out table, and a serving of sour gummies. The main attraction was Paris Raine, the Managing Director and publisher of the magazine, who was an absolute vision in a ballgown. She was excited to celebrate the launch with everyone, despite the publication's bold but incorrect exclusive about this year's Logies host. Raine also shared a relatable story of being starstruck by the cast of Dance Academy. She teased big Hollywood interviews and unveiled the cover stars for the first edition of the magazine - Josh Heuston and Phoebe Tonkin. While some stars were absent, the event was a great evening and a tough call to put on, especially with the ARIA Hall of Fame party going on down the road. The event was a great start for The Hollywood Reporter Australia, and we're rooting for them to nail it.
Karl Stefanovic, Australian radio's newest voice, arrived at the Australian Radio Network HQ with a special message to his mate Kyle Sandilands, who no longer graces the airwaves. Stefanovic's Long Weekend radio show, co-hosted with Eddie McGuire, debuted on Friday afternoon, with fans and industry professionals gathering to watch the last hour of the broadcast live. Stefanovic discussed the flurry of radio headlines lately, courtesy of his mate with matching initials, Kyle Sandilands. He expressed his support for Kyle, believing he's a great talent and hoping he'll return to radio soon. Stefanovic's three-hour-long radio show followed his three-plus hour stint on the Today Show, and he seemed rather energetic for someone who'd been awake since 3 am. He attributed his energy to the fact that he's not digging ditches and enjoys what he does. Stefanovic's radio show marks a new chapter in his career, and he's looking forward to growing the brand and helping the network recover.
