Resource round-up
We’ve been busy expanding our set of resources for LINA members, so here’s a round-up of some of what we’ve been working on!
News
INSS Reflections
As a new LINA staff member on the other side of the world, attending LION’s upgraded and amplified event, the Independent News Sustainability Summit in Austin Texas, was an intimidating prospect.
LINA’s board expands with two experienced publishers
LINA’s board has expanded to seven Directors, with Nelson Yap and Peri Strathearn completing our team of experts.
In the Cove ensures information flows where water doesn’t
A burst water main in Lane Cove in the inner-north of Sydney has caused havoc for residents in surrounding suburbs and highlighted the importance of local news reporting.
Google News Initiative launches the News Equity Fund
Google News Initiative’s News Equity Fund to provide cash awards to news organisations to serve underrepresented communities around the world.
Local & Independent News Association appoints Executive Director
Claire Stuchbery to begin her role as LINA’s Executive Director in July 2022.
Future of regional newspapers inquiry recommends support for hyperlocal news
LINA welcomes The Future of Regional Newspapers in a Digital World: Inquiry into Australia’s regional newspapers report.
Grants for flood-affected local and independent media
The Judith Neilson Institute and LINA have created a flood impact fund to support independent newsrooms affected by floods.
How LINA will help independent news and how you can get involved
There has been a new trend; independent news outlets are popping up all over the country.
Funding for cadet journalists now available
Regional media organisations eligible for grants through the cadetship stream of the Journalist Fund are now welcome to apply.