Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has officially opened Seven’s brand new, state-of-the-art Melbourne headquarters in one of the CBD’s hottest locations.
The opening, on Wednesday night, saw the launch of Seven’s entire Melbourne operation at the stunning Melbourne Quarter Tower in Collins Street.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, Sport and Communications Minister Anika Wells, Seven West Media Chairman Kerry Stokes AC, SGH managing director and CEO Ryan Stokes AO and Seven West Media managing director and CEO Jeff Howard were also on hand for the opening.
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Anthony Albanese has officially opoened Seven’s brand new headquarters. Credit: Supplied “Seven is part of the fabric of Australian life — informing us, entertaining us, and helping shape the national conversation,” Mr Albanese said.
“This new purpose-built Melbourne headquarters is a major investment in the future of Australian media. It’s not just a home for journalism and unforgettable sporting moments, but also a symbol of innovation and ambition.
“Congratulations to everyone involved. From suburbs to stadiums, Seven continues to play an ongoing role in telling our stories. And this world-class facility makes sure Melbourne remains at the heart of it.”
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Bruce McAvaney and Kerry Stokes Credit: Supplied Ms Allan praised the studio as one that would be home to “those who tell the stories of our city and State”.
“Whether it’s footy, breaking news or the moments that bring us together — they’ll be told from Australia’s sports and major events capital — here in the heart of Melbourne.”
Mr Stokes said the new Melbourne headquarters was “more than just a state-of-the-art facility”.
“It’s a reflection of the city’s important role in our national sporting and media landscape, and our commitment to delivering world-class content to all Australians,” he said.
“Every day and night, millions of Australians watch Seven, both on free to air television and on 7plus. They trust us to deliver the breaking news events and the unmissable sporting moments that matter most to them. Our new Melbourne studio strengthens our ability to tell those stories with even greater impact and in more innovative ways.”
Premier of Victoria Jacinta Allan and SGH Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Ryan Stokes AO. Credit: Supplied The centre incorporates 52km of cable and more than 190 screens.
Inside the studio a digital IP-based television facility, full HD LED based news set and large-scale sports control room make it one of the most technologically advanced broadcasting centres in the country.
Mr Howard said it represented “a significant investment in both our people and our technology, ensuring we continue to deliver the very best content to our viewers now and into the future”.
Seven Melbourne’s managing director and Victorian sales director Peter Charles said the headquarters wasn’t just a workplace, it was a “hub of innovation and collaboration that is already seeing our teams work together in exciting new ways”.