Newsmedia industry

Zuckerberg calls Frydenberg, while Microsoft says it's 'ready' to step in

Jan 31, 2021 at 10:13 pm by Staff

The phone has been running hot between the tech giants and key Australian politicians, according to treasurer Josh Frydenberg. He told an ABC current affairs programme he had.... Read More

You're wrong on Google, Chavern tells US trade reps

Jan 27, 2021 at 05:10 pm by Staff

America's giant News Media Alliance has taken issue with the country's trade representatives over its criticism of Australia's proposed media bargaining code. "Flatly arrogant.... Read More

Danes fund $1.37m freedom project for 25 newsrooms

Jan 27, 2021 at 02:28 am by Staff

Denmark's foreign affairs ministry is backing a new WAN-Ifra media freedom programme for Sub-Saharan Africa. Under the 6.5 million Danish Kroner (A$1.37 million) partnership,.... Read More

ABC 'can't fill the gap left by closed local paper newsrooms'

Jan 27, 2021 at 02:11 am by Staff

Australian national broadcaster the ABC has told the Senate inquiry into media diversity it's not its job to deliver hyperlocal news. While it provides a foundation for public.... Read More

Australian of the Year honour marks journalists' fight

Jan 25, 2021 at 07:55 pm by Staff

A media campaign to change gag laws affecting rape victims has seen sexual abuse advocate Grace Tame named 2021 Australian of the Year. The award follows a fight for legal ref.... Read More