Zwartz joins SBS
By Jonas Lopez in Media News on Friday, 14th May 2021 at 3:56pm
He will produce content for the network’s TV, radio, and digital platforms.
Zwartz recently exited ABC, where he spent almost two years as video and radio reporter.
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Scroll, shoot, share: Has travel journalism adapted to the Instagram age?
By Suganthi Marimuthu in Media News on Wednesday, 02nd July 2025 at 2:34pm
Travel journalism is undergoing a sharp transformation as social media rewires how people explore the world. The rise of influencers, reels and short-form content has reshaped the traditional role of the travel reporter, once grounded in immersive, narrative-led storytelling.
Speaking to Influencing India, Aakanksha Rapolu, Feature Writer at 11 Eleven Media, said: “The decline of print media and the rise of social media have reshaped travel journalism. Today, access to the internet is easier than ever, and people prefer fast, visual content over long-form articles.” She added that editors now expect journalists to match influencer speed and reach. “Influencers reach wider audiences faster, often without limitations. They earn more, enjoy creative freedom, and don’t have to stick to editorial guidelines.”
Rapolu believes that deeply researched travel writing is increasingly rare. “In the last five years, influencers have largely replaced travel journalists, moving from
Ideabaaz partners with YAAP to promote grassroots entrepreneurship
By Staff writer in Media News on Wednesday, 02nd July 2025 at 2:17pm
Ideabaaz – Bharat Ka Apna Startup Manch – has teamed up with YAAP Digital as its Integrated Marketing Partner. The platform, co-founded by media entrepreneur Jeet Wagh, gives entrepreneurs from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities a chance to pitch their ideas in any Indian language, without barriers.
YAAP will lead Ideabaaz’s digital strategy, storytelling, and offline marketing to make it a national movement.
Dr. Atul Hegde of YAAP said, “Ideabaaz is a rare and meaningful project, we’re excited to bring it to life.”
Jeet Wagh added, “With YAAP, we hope to inspire dreamers across India. This is about building something iconic.”
Supported by IITM Global, Wizcraft, House of Cheer, Turbostart, and Kuberans, Ideabaaz aims to be more than just a pitch platform, it’s a celebration of real founders and real stories from the heart of India.
Insider: ‘Dear PRs, understand the journo's needs’ - Sen
By Will McLennan in Media News on Wednesday, 02nd July 2025 at 1:35pm
After over 35 years experience in the media industry as both journalist and PR professional, Djuro Sen has seen it all and knows what’s a good PR pitch.
“Do your homework on the journalist,” Sen told Influencing Insider.
“I appreciate the time, work, and pressure a PR person has to deal with expectations and get coverage for a product.
“But what it takes to be a good PR person is a lot of work, and understanding what journalists need. You can’t waste a journalist’s time with expectations of coverage.”
Sen provided the insights on Insider last Thursday.
“The first thing is ‘show me the product,’ whether it's a picture or a quick video of something you will be selling, and target it towards what my specialities are, which have increased since [Phil Tann, Senior Journalist] joined.
“However, that doesn't stop you from saying, ‘Hey, we've got this. What do you think?’ So that’s the way, because while you should gear your approach to a particul
LINA launches Newsroom Starter Kit
By Tony Bosworth in Media News on Wednesday, 02nd July 2025 at 10:55am
An innovative and very handy guide on how to set up your own independent, community-focused news outlet has been launched by the Local & Independcent News Association (LINA).
The organisation, which counts independent news producers as its core members, says the Starter Kit, “responds to the urgent needs of communities left behind by the collapse of commercial media, and reflects LINA's mission to support a thriving, sustainable ecosystem of independent newsmakers”.
From finding the right audience to picking a business model, to launching the whole publication, the kit takes you from start to finish.
Sections are comprehensive and really do cover everything you need to know.
Areas covered include:
Why start a newsroom?
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How to fund your newsroom
Content and distribution
Defining your editorial approach
Responsible reporting and governance
Smart content distribution
Content sourcing and syndication
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Magnificent seven - journalists picked for Investigative Journalism Fellowship
By Staffwriter in Media News on Wednesday, 02nd July 2025 at 9:54am
Above, top row from left: Mridula Amin, Lucas Baird, William Davis, Julian Fell. Bottom row, from left: Erin Parke, Krista Schade, Sarah Sharples. (Photos: supplied)
Seven Australian journalists have been selected to take part in the inaugural Masters & McKenzie Investigative Journalism Fellowship.
The program was launched in 2025, named for multi-Walkley Award-winning investigative journalists Chris Masters and Nick McKenzie, who were recognised in 2023 with the Walkley Honour For Media Freedom for their ongoing investigative stories about Ben Roberts-Smith across more than six years. The Fellowship is supported by the Walkley Public Fund and proudly supported by the Dennoch Fund, a sub-fund of the Australian Communities Foundation.
The seven journalists who will attend a two-day workshop in Sydney in July, featuring Chris Masters, Nick McKenzie and a host of other investigative journalism talent are, in alphabetical order:
Mridula Amin, Freelance,
ACA to host domestic violence forum
By Staffwriter in Media News on Wednesday, 02nd July 2025 at 8:43am
Victims of gender-based violence will come face-to-face with key figures in policy, law enforcement and the judiciary on a special hour-long edition of A Current Affair this evening on Channel 9 and 9Now.
The forum aims to ignite honest conversations with the shared hope of saving lives, said Nine.
Hosted by Ally Langdon, the program will feature Tanya Plibersek, Federal Social Services Minister, who will discuss the Albanese government's initiatives to support victims and share her own experiences within the system.
Also appearing will be Sue and Lloyd Clarke, who tragically lost their daughter Hannah and her three children to an horrific act of violence. Their story is also told in the 9Podcast Hannah's Story.
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Deb Knight to take up new role in Nine news division
By Staffwriter in Media News on Wednesday, 02nd July 2025 at 8:31am
Well known TV and radio broadcaster Deborah Knight is set to take on a full time television role in Nine’s news division, following her decision to step away from her radio role.
Nine has confirmed Knight will present the national Nine News morning bulletin at 11:30am each weekday, as well as presenting the daily Sydney afternoon bulletin. She will continue to host A Current Affair on Saturday nights,
Yesterday it was reported Knight would be stepping away from her radio role at Nine’s 2GB, where she hosted the nightly Money News program.
Knight said she was “incredibly excited to be stepping back into a full-time television role”.
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to be part of the daily news cycle and connect with viewers during these important bulletins.”
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