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media November 14, 2020
How do you cure a cancer like Rupert Murdoch?
Pressure is mounting against News Corp, led by former prime ministers Malcolm Turnbull and Kevin Rudd. They say democracy is damaged by the company’s ‘propaganda’ and ‘vendettas’.
media October 3, 2020
What happens when a government chooses to lie?
In the teeth of the pandemic, government spokespeople are no longer just obfuscating – they are hiding from the public the truth about what is really happening.
life September 19, 2020
Until recently, women had a sizeable platform through which to share their views and concerns in the mainstream media. Now, with dwindling revenue exacerbated by the coronavirus downturn, is the voice of modern feminism has being silenced?
media September 12, 2020
Murdoch grab: The other story behind AAP’s sale
News Corp’s decision to launch a newswire could be part of a larger plan to torpedo AAP and further concentrate Murdoch’s media influence.
media September 5, 2020
The next fight with Google and Facebook
The ACCC thought it was leading the world in pushing major reforms – but the result might harm journalism.
media August 15, 2020
Dissent in press freedom inquiries
Divisions inside the parliament’s intelligence committee will ultimately decide where the government goes on the question of press freedom – but even Coalition members are split.
media June 27, 2020
Exclusive: New govt report targets ABC
As the ABC announces massive job cuts, the Morrison government has commissioned a report that mirrors Murdoch concerns about the broadcaster.
media June 27, 2020
How divisions at The Age cost its editor his job
Last week’s shock departure of the editor of The Age was sparked by discontent among staff over editorial direction and leadership. But it seems the warning shots claimed an unintended victim.
law & crime June 6, 2020
Calls for journalist protections
A year on from AFP raids on the ABC and a News Corp journalist, the government is being asked to ensure the right of the media to protect sources.
law & crime May 16, 2020
How Covid-19 energised conspiracy theorists
Coronavirus has invigorated conspiracy theorists and brought together disparate groups, many of them flourishing as social media platforms stand down moderators.
media May 9, 2020
Hundreds facing the sack with ABC cuts
Staff members reveal the significant pressure they are under as the public broadcaster continues to face budget cuts of more than $100 million a year.
