RatingHub Newsroom Launch: Verified Companies Now Have an Official Voice

Today marks a significant milestone in RatingHub's mission to become the most trusted business intelligence platform in Australia. We're launching the RatingHub Newsroom — a publishing platform designed exclusively for verified companies.

What is the RatingHub Newsroom?

The Newsroom is a magazine-style hub where verified companies can publish official updates, press releases, product announcements, and community news directly on their RatingHub profile. It's the authorised voice of a business — distinct from customer reviews and independent of advertising.

Think of it as the company's editorial space within the RatingHub ecosystem. Consumers who follow a company will receive notifications when new posts are published. Newsroom posts appear on the company's public profile and are discoverable through the central Newsroom hub at theratinghub.com/newsroom.

Why We Built the Newsroom

Businesses on RatingHub earn their reputation through authentic customer reviews. But reviews capture the past — they tell you what happened. The Newsroom tells you what's happening now.

A company launching a new product range should be able to share that news directly with their audience on RatingHub. A business that's invested heavily in improving their customer service should be able to announce that publicly. A brand celebrating a milestone — ten years of business, a major partnership, a community initiative — deserves a space to share that story.

The Newsroom gives businesses this voice without compromising review integrity. Consumer reviews remain completely independent. The Newsroom is clearly labelled as official company content.

Access is Credibility-Gated

Not every company can publish in the Newsroom. Access is reviewed and granted by the RatingHub team. Companies applying for Newsroom access are evaluated on their verification status, review track record, and business credentials.

This gatekeeping is intentional. The Newsroom's value depends on it containing credible, verified content from legitimate businesses. We will not grant access to businesses with outstanding scam alerts, unresolved consumer complaints, or unverified ABN details.

What You Can Publish

Companies with Newsroom access can publish five content types:

Press Releases: Official statements for media and public consumption Product Updates: Announcements about new features, products, or changes Milestones: Celebrating achievements, anniversaries, and company news Community Updates: Giving back, partnerships, and community involvement Announcements: Important notices for customers and stakeholders

Pinned Posts and Analytics

Business owners can pin their most important Newsroom post to the top of their company profile. Each post includes view count and comment analytics, giving companies insight into which content resonates with their audience.

Readers can comment on Newsroom posts, creating a structured dialogue between companies and their community — moderated and overseen by the RatingHub team.

Apply for Newsroom Access

If you're a business owner with a verified RatingHub profile and want to apply for Newsroom access, contact us at hello@theratinghub.com with the subject line "Newsroom Access Request". Our team will review your application within 3 business days.