Industry news
The latest industry and policy developments and updates on LINA’s work.
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LINA partners with Australian Press Council
LINA is pleased to be partnering with the Australian Press Council to ensure hyperlocal and independent newsrooms can access membership.
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LINA welcomes recommendations of philanthropy inquiry
The Productivity Commission’s inquiry recommended access to Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status include public interest journalism.
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New sub-editing service for newsrooms more important than ever in AI-driven digital landscape
While many newsrooms are now turning to AI tools to review news content, the role of human journalists and editors in verifying and proofing news articles is more important than…
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New campaign to champion grassroots journalism and save local media outlets
A pivotal nationwide campaign aimed at growing diverse, community focussed voices in Australia’s embattled media landscape.
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Smaller publishers and diverse voices to be disproportionately impacted by Meta designation
Smaller local publishers would be disproportionately affected should Meta remove news content from Facebook and Instagram in response to government designation.
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Revenue Growth Pilot Program
LINA is calling for expressions of interest for member newsrooms to participate in a revenue growth training and mentorship program.
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The New England Times Cuts Through Mainstream Media
Local reporting is not only impactful on its immediate readership: It also has the ability to pique national interest which in turn shines a light back on to its source,…
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LINA and DPA launch new showcase series
The Digital Publishers Alliance and the Local & Independent News Association have teamed up to present a showcase series for digital publishers.
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The US presses forward while Australian journalism is left scrambling
With many Australian news businesses fighting for sustainability, attention turns overseas for replicable support models that work. The US regulatory environment provides a soft cushion for newsrooms to bring in…
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Introduction to Media Law for Publishers
Developed by the Community Media Training Organisation
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Sources of revenue: an ‘exhausting’ list
A list of 20 ways for news publishers to make money, with some feedback on each revenue stream.
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Big Future for Local Independent News
The Local & Independent News Association (LINA) welcomes up to $1.5million in funding support for hyperlocal and independent news publishers. Minister for Communications, Michelle Rowland made the announcement at the…