Reports of Neighbours axing shows why local content rules needs strengthening
Reports that the iconic Australian series Neighbours has been axed highlight the urgency of local content rules for streaming services.
MEAA Media Room
Political interference in artistic expression must stop
Artistic and creative organisations across Australia must reaffirm their commitment to freedom of expression following a series of interventions over the past 12 months which have resulted in artists being silenced or sidelined.
ABC staff ‘disgusted’ by handling of Lattouf case
The ABC must commission an independent inquiry into the broadcaster’s independence from outside interference and apologise for allowing external pressure to influence the dismissal of Antoinette Lattouf and attempts to have other journalists sacked in recent years.
Statement from the Nine Publishing national house committee
We stand with our colleagues at Nine Darwin, who have been blindsided by management’s decision to decimate the bureau and cut all but one reporter and one camera operator job.
ACM axes more jobs amid AI fears
The axing of more experienced journalists by Australian Community Media (ACM) is another blow to communities who rely on local papers for critical and relevant information.
