MEAA Media Room


Content options paper a starting point for debate about future of screen sector

April 15, 2020 Mark Phillips #MakeItAustralian #MEAACrew #MEAAECS #MEAAEquity MediaRoom Releases

The release of a screen options paper will guide the overdue debate about the future Australian screen content.

Regional media offered coronavirus lifeline but long-term survival still needs help

April 15, 2020 Mike Dobbie #MEAAMedia #pressfreedom MediaRoom Other statements Releases

The announcement of almost $100 million in federal funding and support for regional newspapers and broadcasting during the coronavirus crisis is welcome but a long-term plan is needed to ensure the sector’s future.

MEAA welcomes quashing of raid warrant

April 15, 2020 Mike Dobbie #MEAAMedia #pressfreedom Campaigns MediaRoom Other statements Releases

The Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance welcomes the decision by the High Court to quash the warrant used by Australian Federal Police in its morning raid on the home of a News Corporation journalist in June last year.

ACM management must consult with union and staff before making cuts

April 14, 2020 Mark Phillips #coronavirus #MEAAMedia MediaRoom Releases

Australian Community Media’s decision to begin winding back on its print publications has been made without adequate consultation and is disrespectful to loyal editorial staff.

Federal Government goes missing in action on income support for arts and entertainment workers

April 9, 2020 Mark Phillips #coronavirus #Freelance #MEAACrew #MEAAECS #MEAAEquity #MEAAMedia #MEAAMusic MediaRoom Releases

Tens of thousands of freelance and casual performers and crew – and many of their employers – have been denied access the JobKeeper income subsidy following the passage of legislation last night, says the union for arts and entertainment workers.