ABC reporter appointed new host of Media Watch
Journalist Linton Besser, who joined the ABC in 2013, will front his first Media Watch episode on February 3.
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Ray guns for ‘worst ever PM’ Albanese
The Albanese government’s backing of a UN proposal to recognise ‘permanent sovereignty’ of Palestinians appeared to be the final straw for Sydney radio legend Ray Hadley, who unleashed a withering assessment of our 31st prime minister.
Farewell to a father, friend, farmer and journo
Journalist Ean Higgins, 62, has been remembered as one of the ‘toughest and most uncompromising journalists’ of his era.
Sorting the facts from online fiction on health and wellness
Newspapers have a vital role to play delivering evidence-based information which is why The Australian is breaking new ground with its digital-first section devoted to health and wellness.
Full stream ahead for Seven West
Seven West Media is repositioning itself as a digital-focused news and entertainment company, shifting from traditional TV to a greater emphasis on its in-house streaming platform.
Leading from the warfront: Bashan wins Sir Keith Murdoch Award
The Australian’s Yoni Bashan has won the prestigious Sir Keith Murdoch Award for his extraordinary work on the ground in Israel covering its war against the terror group Hamas.
Hadley loses top spot for first time in 20 years
A week after 2GB morning host Ray Hadley announced his retirement, it has been revealed that his 160 consecutive ratings survey win has come to an end.
Another head rolls: Nine’s Sydney news director departs
The departure of Simon Hobbs follows the release last month of the independent review into the media company’s workplace culture.
Silent treatment: Hurley brushes journalists in The Birdcage
When Elizabeth Hurley arrived in Melbourne alongside her 22-year-old son Damian, she stole the show. But she barely said a word.
Fired Nine news boss calls in lawyers
A senior Nine news executive engaged lawyers within 24 hours of her sudden exit from the media giant last week, amid concerns the staff clean-out could be met with a wave of legal claims.
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