The Hollywood Reporter Launches Australia Edition

The Hollywood Reporter has launched The Hollywood Reporter Australia, a Sydney-based edition of the trade publication, in partnership with local media company Raine Media, the companies announced Wednesday.

The new title will deliver English-language coverage of Australia’s screen industry and the talent shaping it across digital, print and video formats, with editorial output aligned to THR‘s global standards. Planned initiatives include Australian power lists, industry roundtables, studio collaborations, national events and membership-driven programming targeted at the country’s screen community. The platform is live, with a fuller website rollout to follow.

Sean Sennett joins as editor-in-chief, bringing extensive experience across Australian screen and entertainment media.

“Australia is a powerhouse of screen talent and storytelling,” said Lori O’Connor, executive vice president and publisher of THR. “With The Hollywood Reporter Australia, we’re extending our trusted brand to a new market in partnership with Raine Media, creating a platform that celebrates Australian creators while connecting them to THR‘s global audience and editorial legacy.”

Raine Media is an Australian media and production company founded by Paris Raine, with a portfolio spanning editorial, premium production and strategic media work across entertainment, fashion, luxury travel and lifestyle. The Hollywood Reporter Australia is the company’s flagship national media venture.

“It is an honor to bring The Hollywood Reporter Australia to life at a time of extraordinary creative momentum,” Paris Raine said in a statement. “This launch arrives at a pivotal moment for both national and global storytelling, with Australia’s screen practitioners contributing artistic excellence, innovation, and a creative legacy that enriches the global entertainment landscape. This platform reflects our dedication to meaningful journalism, cultural impact, and a commitment to celebrating the unity within our screen community — setting a new standard of visibility and recognition for Australia.”

The Hollywood Reporter Australia is the latest international extension for the trade brand, which was founded in 1930 and is part of Penske Media Corporation.