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Ten and Wilkinson urged to resolve Lehrmann costs spat

Ten and Wilkinson urged to resolve Lehrmann costs spat

The judge who dealt Bruce Lehrmann's defamation blow has lost his wish to wrap Ten and Lisa Wilkinson's dispute about legal costs of the case before Christmas.

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

A major federal funding initiative is designed to bolster public-interest journalism, with support for newswire AAP, local outlets and Indigenous media.

Into the void: how falsehoods thrive in times of crisis

Into the void: how falsehoods thrive in times of crisis

Into the void: how falsehoods thrive in times of crisis

Into the void: how falsehoods thrive in times of crisis

Australians can help prevent social media falsehoods from spreading after incidents such as Melbourne’s synagogue firebombing, experts say.

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Tech giants to be charged if they fail to pay for news

Tech giants to be charged if they fail to pay for news

In a bid to return revenue to Australian news publishers, the government will charge tech giants if they do not pay for local journalism.

Court loss for Hayne backer who spat at rape accuser

Court loss for Hayne backer who spat at rape accuser

A court has found a supporter of Jarryd Hayne was not defamed by assertions he spat at the footballer's alleged rape victim, overturning a previous ruling.

Court thwarts Murdoch bid to cement Lachlan as Fox boss

Court thwarts Murdoch bid to cement Lachlan as Fox boss

Rupert Murdoch’s effort to ensure son Lachlan maintains control of Fox News has been dealt a blow, with a court reportedly ruling the pair acted in bad faith.

Secrecy laws to be wound back in 'win' for journalists

Secrecy laws to be wound back in 'win' for journalists

Journalists won't be prosecuted for receiving classified information under changes to national security laws as transparency advocates call for broader reform.

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Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Podcaster Joe Rogan 'preys on fear': ABC boss warns

Australians have increasingly turned to alternative media sources, but the ABC head claims these content creators plunder the public for 'malevolent' purposes.

Tycoon Lai denies lobbying US on China and Hong Kong

Tycoon Lai denies lobbying US on China and Hong Kong

Tycoon Lai denies lobbying US on China and Hong Kong

Tycoon Lai denies lobbying US on China and Hong Kong

Hong Kong democrat Jimmy Lai has testified in his landmark national security trial, saying he never asked the US to intervene during the city's 2019 protests.

Lies hamper emergency action but no crackdown consensus

Lies hamper emergency action but no crackdown consensus

Lies hamper emergency action but no crackdown consensus

Lies hamper emergency action but no crackdown consensus

Free speech advocates and those who want greater social media accountability are at an impasse over whether legislation targeting disinformation should pass.

Online misinformation crackdown clears first hurdle

Online misinformation crackdown clears first hurdle

Online misinformation crackdown clears first hurdle

Online misinformation crackdown clears first hurdle

It may soon be harder to spread lies on the internet after misinformation laws received their first tick of approval, but it's unclear whether they will pass.

Talkback king Hadley to retire after decades behind mic

Talkback king Hadley to retire after decades behind mic

Talkback king Hadley to retire after decades behind mic

Talkback king Hadley to retire after decades behind mic

Veteran broadcaster Ray Hadley will give up full-time hosting duties at the end of the year after a long career defined by success but dotted by controversy.

Lehrmann's barrister hides identity to avoid 'trolling'

Lehrmann's barrister hides identity to avoid 'trolling'

Lehrmann's barrister hides identity to avoid 'trolling'

Lehrmann's barrister hides identity to avoid 'trolling'

Bruce Lehrmann will need to wait the better part of a year to appeal his defamation suit loss but the barrister due to represent him won't be revealed.

Seven news boss wants tax break to fight X, Facebook

Seven news boss wants tax break to fight X, Facebook

Seven news boss wants tax break to fight X, Facebook

Seven news boss wants tax break to fight X, Facebook

A tax on commercial broadcasters should be scrapped, Seven news boss Anthony De Ceglie says, as media companies deal with the "evil forces" of social media.

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Lehrmann wins right to appeal without $200k wallop

Bruce Lehrmann can pursue an "arguable" appeal of his defamation loss without stumping up a $200,000 security payment, a judge has said.

Nine news boss, staff 'angry' over newsroom gender bias

Nine's news boss has told the 2024 Women for Media report she's working to regain the trust of female staff in her newsrooms after a tumultuous period.

Read null about it: privacy changes could bury news

Changes to Australian privacy laws could open an avenue for powerful people to shut down news coverage, a group has told a Senate inquiry.

George Negus dies after long battle with Alzheimer's

Newsman George Negus, instantly recognisable with his trademark moustache, will be remembered for his sharp mind and direct but disarming interview style.

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Truck driver not 'at fault' for journalist's death

A truck driver who was involved in the death of a journalist has had his licence reinstated, with a court told he was not at fault for the collision.

Lehrmann's 'only shot' at income on OnlyFans: lawyer

In resisting a bid for "unemployable" Bruce Lehrmann to pay $200,000 ahead of a defamation appeal, his lawyer says he deserves a chance to clear his name.

Children would lie about their age to evade YouTube ban

A teenage media proprietor says young Australians need to know more about a proposed social media ban as it could impact their education.

Driver faces court after crash that killed journalist

A truck driver charged following a collision that killed an award-winning journalist has appeared in court.

Red flag over Russian operation targeting Aust media

Evidence has been uncovered to show a disinformation campaign targeting the Australian media is being operated from inside Russia.

Elon Musk decries Australian misinformation crackdown

Eccentric billionaire Elon Musk has labelled the Australian government 'fascists' over their proposed misinformation laws.

Bruce Lehrmann breaches orders in defamation appeal

An appeal by Bruce Lehrmann against his defamation loss to Network Ten has hit a snag, with his lawyer telling a court he is still chasing funds.

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