Maxim (Australia)


MAXIM Australia is the Australian edition of the United States-based international monthly men's magazine MAXIM. It is known for its pictorials featuring popular actresses, singers, and female models. Largely covering men's lifestyle topics and popular culture, MAXIM is currently the only monthly men's magazine title in Australia.

History and profile

Following the closure of Ralph and Alpha, Australian MAXIM was launched by Nuclear Media under editor-in-chief Santi Pintado, former editor of Ralph. The first issue was published in August 2011 featuring Jennifer Hawkins on the cover. The magazine is based in Sydney.

MAXIM TV

In 2014, the series MAXIM TV launched on ONE HD based on the men's magazine, hosted by James Kerley and Lana Kington. A second season hosted by Kerley and Kristy Hocking began in 2018 on 7mate.

MAXIM Australia HOT 100

Each year since 2012, the Australian edition of MAXIM has released the MAXIM HOT 100. The winners and their corresponding ages and the year in which the magazine was released are listed below.
YearChoiceAgeNotes
Miranda Kerr 29
Jennifer Hawkins 30
Iggy Azalea 24
Delta Goodrem 30
Margot Robbie 26
Ruby Rose 31
Sophie Monk 39
Margot Robbie 29