Industry news
The latest industry and policy developments and updates on LINA’s work.
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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…
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Five tech treats to gift your publication
You might be fairly on top of your gift shopping, but have you thought about giving your newsroom a little treat? We list five tech gifts.
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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!
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Local & Independent News Association appoints Executive Director
Claire Stuchbery joins LINA after a 20 year career in media policy, stakeholder engagement, policy development and communications.
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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 published by the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts…
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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.
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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.