– Lawsuits, cancellations and bullying: Trump is systematically destroying press freedom
Most major US media companies have been targeted by Trump this year alone, along with many individual journalists. It's the destruction of the fourth estate.
– Neo-Nazis and racist rallies: why it's important the Australian media call them for what they are
When reporting on racist rallies, it's important the media don't fall for the shadowy language used by organisers.
– Bendigo Writers Festival has questions to answer over 'untenable' code of conduct for authors
Bendigo Writers Festival has had to cancel 11 sessions, as writers withdraw over a code of conduct sent two days ago.
The way the case was handled has done substantial damage to the ABC’s reputation, not just for impartiality but for its capacity to stand up for its staff.
– Q+A follows The Project onto the scrap heap – so where to now for non-traditional current affairs?
Both long-running shows have launched memorable and powerful TV moments. The difficulty for networks now is how to replace them.
– Peter Dutton calling the ABC and the Guardian 'hate media' rings alarm bells for democracy
There is nothing in the work of these media outlets that would qualify them as "hate media" – which means the opposition leader simply resents the scrutiny.
– Newspapers cannot justify running Clive Palmer's Trumpet of Patriots ads as freedom of speech
Journalists have protested their media outlets' decisions to run the Trumpet of Patriots ads. They were right to do so.
– Will Australia's media do better at cracking down on lies this election? The signs aren't good
Less haste, more verification and independent calling out of lies would be a good starting point.
– Hugh Marks is the new managing director of the ABC. Is he the right person for the job?
The former Nine CEO brings strong business credentials to the role. But on other aspects of the job, questions remain over his suitability.
The highly influential broadcaster, for years feared by the nation's politicians, has been charged with several sexual offences.
– How should Australian media cover the next federal election? Lessons from the US presidential race
With stretched resources and insatiable demand for content, Australian media will have a difficult job covering the next federal election. But they must strive for "proactive impartiality".
In choosing not to endorse a candidate, the paper - ironically famous for its courage - represents a reckless and cowardly abandonment of its civic responsibility.
Treating both sides equally can seriously distort the facts, if the evidence is weighted to one side. Looking at the US election, climate change denial and more, a journalism expert explains why.
– Fair-minded, down to earth and unusually gifted: George Negus dies at 82
One of the pioneers of current affairs journalism, Negus became a household name on 60 Minutes and later on the ABC's Foreign Correspondent.
The Listen Loudly, Act Strongly report lays out systemic racism at the national broadcaster. In the face of external attack, the ABC needs to stand up for its culturally diverse staff.
– Costly defamation action looms large over Australian newsrooms. It's diminishing press freedom
In a time when media companies are more cash-strapped than ever, the threat of defamation action has a chilling effect on the stories that get told.
– Sneesby's resignation from Nine points to host of problems besetting commercial TV networks
The chief executive's departure completes the cleanout of the top levels of an organisation besieged by cultural problems.
Appointing a new managing director offers the opportunity to reset the organisation’s editorial culture by facing down the relentless attacks on its journalists from right-wing political interests.
The Men Who Killed the News is at once a cry of indignation at the media’s abuse of power and an attempt to chart a future for journalism.
If the ABC is serious about strengthening its news service, it must separate the roles of managing director and editor-in-chief.