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John Laws, Australian radio’s ‘Golden Tonsils’ who dominated airwaves for six decades – obituary

Unapologetically provocative broadcaster’s ability to connect with his audience significantly influenced talkback radio

The Guardian - AU

New ABC show The Assembly highlights how neurodivergence can enhance jobs or study

The Assembly, a new ABC documentary series, introduces us to a diverse group of autistic people who are interested in pursuing journalism careers.

The Conversation

‘No longer in awe of my own genius’: Nick Cave talks about how he changed after sons’ deaths

In revealing ABC interview conducted on anniversary of elder son’s death, singer-songwriter acknowledges ‘disgraceful self-indulgence’ in earlier years

The Guardian - AU

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Nick Cave reflects on tragic death of his two sons

Musician said experience of grief helped him feel ‘more connected’ to others

The Independent UK

Autistic journalism students school Walkley winner Leigh Sales

The Assembly is a new series premiering on ABC TV on August 20.

Newcastle Herald

News Corp boss grilled over Hitler-Bandt headline as Seven admits failure over Lehrmann’s rent

The Australian was just surfacing ‘differing opinions’ when it made comparison between Greens leader and Hitler, Michael Miller says. Plus: fourth-generation Murdoch logs on

The Guardian - AU

Sun shines on writers festival as weekend attendance tops 7750

'I couldn't even move, it was overwhelming.'

Newcastle Herald

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Leigh Sales headlines Newcastle Writers Festival this weekend

There are 95 sessions featuring 150 writers.

Newcastle Herald

Leigh Sales is hosting the Australian of the Year Awards in Canberra

You can watch the ceremony live on ABC TV.

The Canberra Times

'I just find it very hard to talk about it without getting emotional': top journalists reveal their trade secrets to Leigh Sales

Journalist Samantha Maiden won Australia’s top award in journalism, the Gold Walkley, in 2022 for her coverage of the Brittany Higgins case. When talking to Leigh Sales about the experience of covering this story, for Sales’ new book, Storytellers, she found herself in tears.

The Conversation

‘Lyrical’, ‘weird’, ‘delicious fun’: the best Australian books out in September

Each month, Guardian Australia editors and critics pick the upcoming titles they have already devoured – or can’t wait to get their hands on

The Guardian - AU

Nick Cater blames Probyn’s sacking on ‘poisonous’ equity – but didn’t get the News Corp memo

The Australian’s columnist criticises ABC as political leaders also share thoughts on cuts at public broadcaster. Plus: Shannon Noll’s chicken zinger

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Labor furious after housing bill delayed; Leigh Sales nominated for Gold Logie; and snow hits the Alps

Greens and government descend into an angry war of words over housing policy

The Guardian - AU

Leigh Sales nominated for Gold Logie for first time

ABC presenter up against two-time winner Hamish Blake for the award for most popular personality, while The Twelve and Mystery Road: Origin lead in other categories

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Hamish Blake, Leigh Sales among Gold Logie nominees

Former ABC 7.30 anchor Leigh Sales has been nominated for a Gold Logie for the first time, alongside repeat winner Hamish Blake and actor Mark Coles Smith.

Newcastle Herald

Telling the truth about the past must trump our comfortable histories

Are we meant to forget history to appease monarchists?

The Guardian - AU

ABC news chief regrets not defending Stan Grant earlier amid racist attacks

Justin Stevens says he has apologised to presenter and urged media critics to ‘come after me’ rather than target journalists

ABC News

In The Room with Lin-Manuel Miranda, the generous genius behind the runaway success, Hamilton

I've never been more hit up by people for tickets or access to somebody I was interviewing than in the lead up to Lin-Manuel Miranda – and I've sat down with Paul McCartney and Elton John, writes Leigh Sales.

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The Guardian - AU

‘I see the trees from Bluey everywhere’: Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda embraces Brisbane

Musical theatre impresario hails animated series during visit while saying Hamilton’s Australian-based cast gave it ‘local flavours’

ABC News

Leigh Sales on hosting Australian Story, why we need to rethink the nature of news, and the sudden death of a 'dear mate' at 7.30

After six months off, Leigh Sales returns to ABC TV as the face of Australian Story. Switching off gave her a new perspective on how news is covered and the impact it's having.

The Guardian - AU

Why a cosmetic nurse became a media magnet over the Alice Springs unrest

Cosmetic nurse’s finer biographical details glossed over by commercial media. Plus: ABC not granted camera access to George Pell’s funeral

The New Daily

ABC in 2023: Leigh Sales returns, Tony Armstrong’s new show

Leigh Sales is back, Tony Armstrong has a new show and Aunty Donna have their own cafe? The ABC has a lot coming in 2023.

The Guardian - AU

Mother and Son: ABC to reboot beloved sitcom with comedians Denise Scott and Matt Okine

The new show, which will explore ageing with the added twist of the migrant experience, leads the ABC TV programming lineup for 2023

The New Daily

Lisa Wilkinson leaves The Project, citing ‘relentless toxicity’

While she said it had been an “absolute privilege”, Wilkinson cited a difficult last six months marked by “relentless, targeted toxicity”.

The Guardian - AU

How the ABC bid farewell to ‘famously unflappable’ 7.30 host Leigh Sales

Journalist praised for her ‘remarkable strength and resilience and perseverance’ after 12 years as anchor of flagship show

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