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Win owner Bruce Gordon avoids penalty despite breaching media laws

October 30, 2019 9:29

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has ruled that the owner of Win Corporation, Bruce Gordon, breached media control and diversity rules. However, the TV magnate is escaping any penalty because the breach was the result of a mistake.

Gordon acquired an 11.59% share of Prime in April, on top of his existing 14.99% interest, bringing his total share to 26.58%.

Gordon said the breach was the result of a mistake

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Brittney Rigby was Mumbrella's deputy managing editor - news and analysis. She left Mumbrella in April 2021.

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ACMA Australian Communications and Media Authority Bruce Gordon Nerida O'Loughlin Prime
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