Solstice Media has announced the appointment of Heath Richards as Chief Financial and Commercial Officer, strengthening the company’s executive leadership team as it continues to expand its natitional and state-based publishing and audience businesses.
Heath Richards. Photo: Ben Kelly, Solstice Media
Mr Richards joins Solstice Media following an extensive career in senior national finance and commercial roles across the media – most recently with a global advertising agency holding company, plus retail, sport, and professional services sectors.
His expertise in financial strategy, opera%onal leadership, and business transformation will support Solstice’s next phase of growth across its portfolio, which includes The New Daily, InDaily, Australian Traveller, SALIFE, CityMag, 7am, and InReview.
Solstice Media Managing Director Paul Hamra said Mr Richards’ appointment marks an important step in building a unified national business model.
“Heath brings deep commercial and financial experience, along with a sharp understanding of how to drive sustainable growth in modern media businesses,” Mr Hamra said.
“As Solstice continues to expand its na%onal reach while investing in local journalism and audiences, Heath’s leadership will be invaluable in shaping a strong, agile organisation.”
Mr Richards said he was excited to join Sols%ce Media at a pivotal moment for independent Australian media.
“Solstice has built a remarkable collection of trusted brands with strong, engaged audiences,” Mr Richards said.
“I’m looking forward to helping drive its strategic and commercial ambitions as the business continues to evolve nationally.”
Mr Richards commenced with Solstice Media in November 2025 and will be based at the company’s Adelaide headquarters.