Closer to Home, Louder Than Ever: The Case for Independent News
Across the globe we’re seeing an increasing level of polarisation in politics. But is that reflective of what’s going on in our communities?
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Ahead of election, local and independent newsrooms unite for national grassroots campaign
The Local & Independent News Association (LINA) is proud to announce the return of its national fundraising initiative, Our News. Your Voice., running from Monday April 28 to Sunday May 4, 2025.
Local and independent news publishers gather in Melbourne amid turbulent times for industry
Local and independent news publishers from across Australia are gathering in Melbourne this week for the third annual LINA Summit.
Election reporting resources for newsrooms and journalists
Covering democratic processes is one of the most important roles of the media industry. Here are some tips and resources to help your newsroom prepare to report on the 2025 Federal Election. Most of this information can also be applied to election coverage at state and local levels, so keep it on-hand to help you deliver quality content to your community over the coming year.
LINA welcomes News MAP announcement
The Local & Independent News Association (LINA) welcomes the Albanese Government’s investment in the news industry through the News Media Assistance Program (News MAP) announced today.
Misinformation and Disinformation Bill abandoned
The government announced on Sunday that it will not proceed with the Communications Legislation Amendment (Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation) Bill 2024, on the basis that “there is no pathway to legislate this proposal through the Senate”.
Media democratisation vs local news: surprising rivals in the battle for healthy democracies
As all eyes turned to the US this week, we reflect on the relationship between news and democracy in this era heavily influenced by social media and big tech.
Urgent action needed on recommendations of social media inquiry
The Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian Society has released its second interim report with a focus on digital platforms and the traditional news media.
Government must support local and independent news in lieu of Royal Commission or media inquiry
The Murdoch Media Inquiry Bill may have been shut down, but LINA says the need for action is more urgent than ever.
How a Canadian newsroom monetised solutions journalism
A buzzword of the moment, ‘solutions journalism’ is a product of the news media which is widely accepted as having meaningful and positive impacts within society. Some innovative newsrooms are also finding ways to monetise this reporting, supporting the ongoing sustainability of their organisation and thus their ability to continue to produce public interest journalism.