LINA members are locally owned and controlled news publishers, creating news content by and for a defined community. LINA members are:
- Publishing high quality news content that meets the LINA Editorial Standards. While publishers might also have a print publication and/or other distribution platforms, LINA members are digital native;
- Independent ownership, within the community they serve;
- Engaging journalists and contributors who are based within the location/community; and
- Producing content that is community focussed, delivery public interest news and information on a broad range of topics to the community and responsive to the needs and priorities of their community.
Manly Observer is a hyperlocal news service covering the Northern Beaches in Sydney. Our number one aim is to keep the fourth estate alive and lower Northern Beaches residents informed and connected. We endeavour to be as direct and clear as we can, with a fair and non- sensationalist approach to reporting. It is run by locals for locals.