LINA’s submission explores mechanisms to better target future responses to the needs of particular populations in times of crisis. The response outlines the key role of local and independent media in the distribution of essential health information to communities.
COVID-19 Response Inquiry
LINA’s response to the Commonwealth Government’s 2024 COVID-19 Response Inquiry.

About the author.

Claire Stuchbery
LINA Executive Director
Claire Stuchbery joined LINA in 2022 after a 20-year career in media policy, stakeholder engagement, policy development and communications.
Previously, Claire worked in policy and stakeholder engagement for First Nations Media Australia, the peak national body for First Nations not-for-profit broadcasting, media and communications.
Claire also worked in a range of senior management roles with the Community Broadcasting Foundation, ran her own media agency, worked in street press publications and was a broadcaster and board member at a number of community radio stations, including most notably, continuing volunteer roles at PBS in Melbourne.