whatwhat say what

big o's shoulder looks awful

they pay 30% currently to broadcast about a third of the games it'll be interesting to see what happens post-2031 changes to the anti-siphoning laws may change things

fta networks - via the companies that own them - have been shedding staff for a decade they basically don't make local drama they buy sports rights and make 'reality' garbage

they went 7-0 to start the season, didn't they, before we beat them? they've basically been top 4 all year they go orright

when in doubt, open-ai it... Australia's **anti-siphoning laws** are designed to ensure that significant sporting events, particularly those with widespread public interest, remain accessible on **free-to-air television** rather than being exclusively broadcast on **subscription services** like Foxtel. These laws prevent pay-TV operators from acquiring broadcast rights to certain listed events before free-to-air broadcasters have had the chance to bid. ### Key Points for **AFL**, **NRL**, and Other Sports: 1. **AFL and NRL**: - **AFL Grand Final**: Must be shown live on free-to-air television. - **NRL Grand Final**: Similarly, the NRL Grand Final must also be broadcast live on free-to-air TV. - **Other matches**: While not all games are protected, many significant matches during the finals or specific key rounds are on the anti-siphoning list, ensuring some level of free access. 2. **Other Major Sports**: - **Cricket**: Test matches involving the Australian team played in Australia, as well as the Ashes series and World Cup matches, are often on the list. - **Olympics and Commonwealth Games**: Major events from these competitions are generally covered. - **Tennis (Australian Open)**: Key finals matches are usually protected by the anti-siphoning rules. - **FIFA World Cup**: Matches featuring the Australian team and the final must be available on free-to-air. ### Impact on Free-to-Air TV: - **Exclusive Rights**: Free-to-air broadcasters, like Channels Seven, Nine, and Ten, have the first opportunity to acquire the rights to broadcast these protected events. - **Shared Rights**: In some cases, free-to-air networks may share rights with pay-TV networks, resulting in both broadcasting the event. ### Limitations: - Not every game in the AFL or NRL seasons is covered by these laws, so many regular-season matches can still be exclusive to pay-TV services like Foxtel or Kayo. - The list is subject to change, and the government can modify which events are protected based on shifts in public interest or media landscape changes. In short, these laws help ensure that some of the biggest sporting events in Australia, including key AFL and NRL matches, remain free to the public rather than hidden behind a paywall. In the context of Australia's **anti-siphoning laws**, "other matches" typically refers to specific high-profile or significant games during the **AFL** and **NRL** seasons that are not the Grand Finals but are still deemed important enough to be on the anti-siphoning list. The list is designed to ensure that these key games are available on free-to-air television before pay-TV services can acquire the rights. ### Examples of "Other Matches" in AFL and NRL: 1. **AFL**: - **AFL Finals Series**: Matches in the final series leading up to the Grand Final are usually included on the anti-siphoning list. - **Anzac Day Game**: The annual blockbuster match between Collingwood and Essendon on Anzac Day is often protected. - **Brownlow Medal Presentation**: Though not a match, this major AFL event is listed for free-to-air coverage. - **State of Origin (if revived)**: Any potential AFL State of Origin matches may also be protected. 2. **NRL**: - **State of Origin Series**: All three matches in the annual State of Origin series between New South Wales and Queensland are typically protected. - **NRL Finals Series**: As with the AFL, the NRL Finals leading up to the Grand Final are usually included. - **Anzac Day Clash**: The traditional Anzac Day match between the Sydney Roosters and St. George Illawarra Dragons is often listed. ### Not Every Game is Protected: - Regular season matches for both the **AFL** and **NRL** are generally **not covered** by the anti-siphoning list, meaning pay-TV broadcasters like Foxtel can secure exclusive rights to air them. ### Non-AFL/NRL Sports: "Other matches" for sports outside the AFL and NRL typically include key finals or major event rounds for sports like cricket, tennis, and soccer. These could include: - **Australian Open Tennis Finals** - **FIFA World Cup Qualifiers** involving the Australian national team - **Cricket World Cup** matches (especially involving Australia) The government defines these matches on the list each year, so what is classified as "other matches" can vary depending on updates to the anti-siphoning rules.

bailey NEVER misses against the dees

that's not permitted by the govt via the anti-siphoning laws

paramount deal meant moving away from c7 which was a no-no as afl, rightly, has no faith in paramount-cbs existing as a fta property via ch 10 post 2030, with them expecting to exit this territory due to them being, well, pretty broke amazon have no interesting in small domestic sports like afl and nrl

what a cross with a striker in the box to knock it home

he doesn't even play for us and he's already got two different ways to spell his name, neither correct great grab

that's not very mfcss of you when things are glum there's worse to come!

70% of the broadcast rights for both comes from news corp, broadcast on foxtel with foxtel being sold off to a private equity firm - the one that stripped sensis to the bone then sold it for parts - the rivers of gold for broadcast rights could well stop post 2031 7 and 9 are broke, and will 10 survive?

nathan williamson remains an atrocious maggot

girls have dropped their bundle as much as maggots love flagmantle

this survey is purely data harvesting

missed the first half that late goldrick goal from a dodgy free and 50 was pretty important

he's a very good coach 2 premierships in 13 completed seasons is nothing to sneeze at, and a very good chance of going 3 in 14 i think their home ground advantage has dissipated post-covid seasons i envy their ability to have 100% ownership of their advertising at their taxpayer-funded stadium there's always been rumours regarding farms and cotton on franchises; how much of that is true is impossible to know their management of scandals is second to none

no stone left unturned but alas no sods neither

head office memo's finally got thru

captain's goal

pear need a goal cos bloods feel well on top

they've nearly all been there imo

grundy getting a pantsing

game definitely being played to pear's style at the moment

what is bomberblitz saying about all this?