Nine’s Managing Director of Streaming and Broadcast Amanda Laing is departing the broadcaster after just 15 months in the role, in a move that comes amid a reported restructure of its TV business.
The Sydney Morning Herald, a Nine-owned masthead, reports that sources familiar with the matter said Laing’s departure was linked to the restructure, with Nine yet to publicly outline the changes.
The surprise move comes just days after Nine hosted its annual Upfronts event in front of advertisers and media, with Laing notably absent as senior executives outlined the network’s plans for 2027.
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Amanda Laing has departed Nine after leading its Streaming and Broadcast division since July 2025 (image – Nine)
Laing was appointed to the newly created role in July 2025, taking responsibility for Nine’s broadcast and streaming businesses, including Channel 9, 9Now and Stan.
Her appointment formed part of a broader restructure of Nine’s television operations, bringing its broadcast and streaming businesses together under a single division.
During her time at Nine, Laing was part of the team bringing Channel 9, 9Now and Stan closer together, including the rollout of advertising on Stan and the expansion of Nine content across the platforms.
She was also part of the team behind major rights deals, including the NRL through 2034, the Premier League through 2034, netball from 2027 and Nine’s new NBL partnership.
Nine will now need to determine who takes over her responsibilities, with Executive Director of Entertainment Michael Healy the likely candidate, although this has not been confirmed.
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