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Junkee

Junkee (also known as Junkee.com) is an Australian digital media platform operated by Junkee Media, focusing on youth culture, entertainment, and lifestyle content. It is part of a broader network of sites including Punkee and AWOL.

Company type
Digital media, Publishing
2013 (2013)
Junkee Media
Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia
Junkee, Punkee, AWOL
RACAT Group
junkee.com

Junkee (also known as Junkee.com) is an Australian digital media platform operated by Junkee Media, focusing on youth culture, entertainment, and lifestyle content. It is part of a broader network of sites including Punkee and AWOL.

Junkee was launched in 2013, targeting 18- to 29-year-olds. It covers film, TV, music, politics, and social justice. In June 2024, Junkee underwent a major rebrand, introducing a new website and visual identity under the moniker "Junkee 2.0," emphasizing a social-first strategy to engage readers.

Punkee launched in 2017 as a Gen Z-focused entertainment platform. It covers pop culture, reality TV, celebrity news, and social trends. In December 2024, Punkee refreshed its brand, including a new website and logo, aimed at engaging Gen Z readers with social-first content.

AWOL is a youth travel site produced in partnership with Qantas, launched in 2014. It provides travel guides, destination inspiration, and lifestyle content for young Australians seeking unique experiences.

In October 2025, Junkee launched The Phodcast, a long-form mini-series in partnership with Jose Cuervo Tequila. It is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Junkee's social-first ecosystem.
Junkee Media
Inthemix
Official website

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