MEAA Media Room


Evidence is clear; urgent action needed on AI creative theft

November 27, 2024 Mark Phillips #stopAItheft MediaRoom Releases

A Parliamentary committee has recognised the urgent need for legislation to protect Australia’s creative and media landscape from the rapacious behaviour of the big Artificial Intelligence developers – now the government must act

Guardian Australia staff secure big wins after industrial action

November 25, 2024 Mark Phillips

MEAA members at Guardian Australia have voted to accept a significantly improved offer after strong industrial action forced management back to the table.

Address by MEAA Media Federal President Karen Percy at the 2024 Walkley Awards

November 20, 2024 Mark Phillips #MEAAMedia #walkleys MediaRoom Speeches
Following is an edited speech delivered by MEAA Media Federal President Karen Percy to the 69th Walkley Awards for Excellence in Journalism in Sydney on November 19, 2024.

Speech by MEAA Federal President Michael Balk on International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists

November 5, 2024 Mark Phillips MediaRoom Speeches

MEAA Federal President Michael Balk delivered this speech at a vigil to mark International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists in Brisbane on November 2, 2024.

Digital platforms levy could support sustainability of Australian journalism

October 24, 2024 Mark Phillips #MEAAMedia MediaRoom Releases

The federal government should move quickly to adopt the recommendation of a Parliamentary inquiry into social media by requiring digital platforms to pay a levy to fund public interest journalism