Seven news beaten in 6pm slot for first time in 13 years

Adelaide’s Nine News has achieved what seemed impossible a year ago – ending Seven’s 13-year weekly winning streak in the 6-6.30pm ratings battle.

Seven Adelaide sacks veteran news director

UPDATED: In today’s column, Seven News sacks its veteran news director, the University of Adelaide abruptly cancels an announcement on Radio Adelaide’s future, how TV ratings are about to change, and much more.

The historic day-night Test at Adelaide Oval was a huge ratings winner. AAP Image/David Mariuz

Day-night Test a TV ratings winner

In another indication that day-night Test cricket is here to stay, the thrilling finale to the inaugural match at Adelaide Oval on Sunday was watched by 3.19 million TV viewers in Australia.