Glen Kyne quits Warner Bros Discovery as head of networks
Wednesday, 1 May 2024
Three owner Warner Bros Discovery NZ head of networks Glen Kyne will leave the business on July 5.
His departure marks the same day the Newshub operations will close.
He has been replaced by current Senior Director of Content at WBD, Juliet Peterson, whose role is effective immediately.
Warner Bros Discovery ANZ head of networks Glen Kyne will leave the business on July 5, the same day Newshub shuts its operations.
The news was announced in a statement released by Warner Bros Discovery on Wednesday morning.
Kyne said he is proud of his work with WBD, but felt it was time to step back and allow someone else to lead the remodelled network.
“It is a genuine privilege to lead a media business, and to be part of a global company with the world's most recognisable content brands,” he said.
'It has been 10 years now working at Flower St under different ownership structures but my love for our business, our people, and our industry has never been stronger.
“It goes without saying that it’s been a particularly challenging year for our teams, but the grace and professionalism with which they’ve carried themselves is a true indication of the people and culture here.
“I want to thank all of our people, and especially the leadership team for their trust, patience and support of me to lead through these years. It’s been the highlight of my career.”
On July 6, Stuff will take over the 6pm news on Three, with hour-long broadcasts Monday to Friday and a 30 minute programme on the weekend.
The broadcast will have a new name, which has not yet been announced. However, Three News is reportedly one of the names being considered.
James Gibbons, Asia-Pacific head at WBD, said he “valued Glen’s counsel and resilience. He has been an excellent partner and I want to take this moment to sincerely thank him for his contribution.”
“Glen has been a pivotal member of the APAC leadership team, bringing an excellent mix of industry expertise, operational leadership, and commercial acumen to the business.
Current Senior Director of Content at WBD, Juliet Peterson, has been appointed to the role with immediate effect.
Peterson said the business has “clear plans to scale audiences with the best content that Kiwis could ask for.”
“I’m incredibly excited by what the future holds for WBD ANZ. We have the best team in the business and clear plans to scale audiences with the best content that Kiwis could ask for,” she said.
“We have built a strong base for ThreeNow in recent months, which has seen the platform achieve record engagement, which will continue to grow.”