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Best Australian books out in July: Rupert Murdoch, unhinged short stories and a psychosexual thriller

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

The Guardian - AU

‘This is the dark art’: new book claims pattern of personal attacks by Murdoch media empire

In a book dedicated to ‘the bullied’, two former News Corp journalists outline a behaviour pattern they call ‘getting Murdoched’, which they say harms individuals and public debate

The Guardian - AU

Getting Murdoched is a fascinating study of the Murdoch media’s bullying tactics

Rupert Murdoch is almost certainly the most globally influential Australian. That Australia has one of the most concentrated media markets in the world is, sadly, a reflection of his influence, even though he has relinquished citizenship to become a dominant media figure in the United States. There are already a…

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Andrew Bolt swims against News Corp tide on Ben Roberts-Smith prosecution

News Corp commentator says defending the former soldier should not be seen as a test of patriotism. Plus: 7News reporter turns Spotlight on himself

The Guardian - AU

ABC chair Kim Williams says email criticising staff for declining to interview Austen Tayshus was ‘inappropriate’

Williams says he did ‘not attempt to impose actions or outcomes on any editorial managers’ with emails about comedian

The Guardian - AU

Peter Dutton criticised as ‘illiberal’ for calling ABC and the Guardian ‘hate media’

Critics compare Coalition leader to Donald Trump while Labor communications minister suggests Dutton is ‘afraid of scrutiny’

The Guardian - AU

Second leaders’ debate is a tame affair befitting a ‘deeply uninspiring’ campaign

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have had their second showdown of the 2025 federal election campaign. The debate, hosted by the ABC, was moderated by David Speers in the national broadcaster’s studios in Western Sydney.

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Vulgar content in the Sesame Street time slot: how the Kyle and Jackie O show skirts decency laws

The pair argue their brand of graphic and derisive content is no shock to the show’s loyal adult audience. But ratings figures suggest plenty of children are also listening

The Guardian - AU

Fears for local news diversity if rightwing startup buys Southern Cross regional TV network

Fringe news streaming channel ADH TV, which launched with Alan Jones at the helm, confirms offer for 93 regional free-to-air stations

The Guardian - AU

Award-winning journalist or Liberal party player: will the real Peta Credlin please stand up?

The former chief of staff to Tony Abbott made the jump to media in 2016 and has walked the line of politics and news ever since

The Guardian - AU

Introducing a new series: what’s the future of the Australian media?

Australian media has entered a new phase in its painful transformation, yet so far it has been poorly reported and is only vaguely understood.

The Conversation

Best books of 2023: our experts share the books that have stayed with them

We asked 20 of our regular contributors to nominate their favourite books of the year. Their choices were diverse, intriguing and sometimes surprising. Whether you’re looking for something relaxing or stimulating, educational or enchanting, this selection is a great way to plan your summer reading – or simply add to…

The Conversation

Leftwing audiences value ABC and SBS much more than rightwing viewers do, survey finds

Digital news report also finds that TikTok users value celebrities and ordinary people over journalists as news sources

The Guardian - AU

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attends Kyle Sandilands' wedding, despite criticism

The prime minister and the New South Wales premier avoid the media pack outside radio shock jock Kyle Sandilands' wedding, held in Sydney's eastern suburbs.

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