A protracted court battle between Networks Ten and Seven over veteran programmer John Stephens seems likely.
Channel Seven Melbourne program manager Graeme Hill has announced his resignation.
The dispute between Networks Ten and Seven over programmer John Stephens' alleged breach of contract is getting ugly.
Network Ten has lost its court case over John Stephens' decision to remain at the Seven Network, but both sides are claiming victory.
In a bid to help revive its flagging ratings Network Ten has hired veteran Seven and Nine programming executive John Stephens.