Journalists regularly publish photos of victims after a tragedy, but this practice has the capacity to traumatise families for years.
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Journalism educators need to have new conversations with students that address their experiences, their worries and their understanding of what journalism is and what they want it to be.
Cancel culture leads to educational detriments that can harm democracy.
In one of the biggest legal sagas of recent times, Justice Michael Lee has delivered his verdict. What did he say?
Families of some victims of the Bondi tragedy have asked for privacy, but do journalists have an obligation to pause, or halt, their newsgathering?
Since the ‘trial of the century,’ the lines between news and entertainment have become increasingly blurred.
From what sports you can watch with an old aerial, to what apps you’ll see when you switch on a new smart TV – sports lovers can expect big changes ahead.
Sports media has typically operated under a ‘one and done’ model: focus on women’s sports during high-profile events, before returning to routine coverage of men.
Just days before Justice Michael Lee was due to pass down his judgment, Network 10 threw another spanner in the works.
Vague definitions and heavy penalties mean that legislation could be used to stifle a free press.
Countries around the world are debating whether free-to-air television has a future.
Evidence shows the public still want impartiality from broadcasters.
The European Media Freedom Act aims to fight misinformation and ensure an independent press, while also keeping media outlets in business.
Meta is getting out of the news business to avoid paying for journalism under the Australian Government’s News Media Bargaining Code - but no one is surprised.
Meta’s announcement it will stop paying for news poses a threat. High-quality news is expensive, but important. Do we need economic measures that somehow get the public to pay for it?
A new study on Canadian journalism examines the impact of audience data on journalistic roles and journalists’ perceptions of their audience
Many children’s educational shows undergo pre-screening to make sure each episode delivers its intended message. Adult viewers watching alongside kids can help ensure the lessons are well received.
A survey shows the impact foreign media is having on North Korea’s residents, despite the government’s harsh crackdown
How can an industry experiencing systemic failure get back on its feet?
When Six Nations’ broadcasting deal with the BBC and ITV ends in 2025, there are fears the tournament could move to a subscription service.
Top contributors
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Senior Research Fellow, Centre for Advancing Journalism, The University of Melbourne
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Professor of Journalism, Media and Communication, Queensland University of Technology
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Professor of Political Communication, Department of Politics, Media and Philosophy, La Trobe University
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Associate Professor, Discipline of Media and Communications, University of Sydney
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Program Manager, Journalism, RMIT University
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Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
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Director of the Centre for Advancing Journalism, The University of Melbourne
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Professor, Digital Media Research Centre, Queensland University of Technology
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Professor of Media Industries, University of Nottingham
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Associate Professor Journalism & Media, Deakin University
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Associate Professor in Convergent and Online Media, University of Sydney
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Rodney Tiffen is a Friend of The Conversation.
Emeritus Professor, Department of Government and International Relations, University of Sydney
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Professor of Communication, Deakin University
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Senior Lecturer, The University of Melbourne
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Chair Professor, Cardiff School of Journalism, Media and Culture, Cardiff University
