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‘It’s all a set-up’: the ‘fake’ Australian documentary TV series mining governments for millions

Long-running TV series Aussie Gold Hunters and Outback Opal Hunters have received funding set aside for documentaries – but insiders claim much of the on-screen drama is scripted

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ABC drops sponsorship of LGBTQ+, disability and diversity groups including Acon

Exclusive: Decision follows friction over public broadcaster paying fees to groups, which then rank ABC on equality index

The Guardian - AU

‘I didn’t want to break it’: Linton Besser on the doubts and dilemmas in his first year presenting Media Watch

Besser won a Walkley award for reporting that included investigating the ABC chair, but says there is still ‘lots of awkwardness’ in reporting on other journalists

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This week's Media Watch looks at cuts in the journalism industry and why local and specialised reporters are so valuable.

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Chloe Baradinsky Rejects New Claims Of Discounted Afghanistan Trip

Chloe Baradinsky is facing another wave of scrutiny after new claims reignited controversy around her travels in Afghanistan.

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ABC defence correspondent Andrew Greene quits after failure to disclose junket

Resignation comes after Media Watch revealed a German defence company bidding for an Australian contract paid for him to visit its shipyards

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Media Watch: How has the US reported on Donald Trump's visit to Scotland?

This week we dive into how the American media has reported on Donald Trump's visit to Scotland.

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Media Watch: When political cartoons take it too far

We delve into the archives this week to look at the tricky subject of political cartoons and when artists take them just that bit too far.

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Why is the BBC not talking about Scottish concerns?

This week's Media Watch looks at BBC Radio Scotland pushing the issue of small boat crossings despite Scots having other concerns.

The National (Scotland)

ABC investigates defence correspondent for allegedly not disclosing trip paid for by German shipbuilder

Andrew Greene, who has worked for the public broadcaster for more than 10 years, filed a story from Germany about business booming at naval shipyards

The Guardian - AU

BBC's 'pattern of bias' on Gaza and clash with Scottish minister

Welcome to this week’s Media Watch! This week we look at a report analysis a 'pattern of bias' in BBC reporting

The National (Scotland)

Kim Williams now ‘very clear’ on responsibilities, ABC managing director says after Media Watch allegations

Hugh Marks says Williams has realised he ‘casts a long shadow’ after revelations Williams helped comedian Austen Tayshus secure interviews with the broadcaster

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

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BBC's Douglas Murray interview has 'powerful legitimising function'

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Where does the UK media draw the line on platforming far-right voices?

Welcome to this week's Media Watch, where we discuss Matthew Stadlen's criticism of "extremist" Douglas Murray being platformed on the BBC.

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BBC changes headline on Gaza hospital attack

In this week's Media Watch, we look at the BBC changing a headline on a story about an Israeli attack on a Gaza hospital after receiving criticism…

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Media Watch: 'Insane' piece on 'woke' Scotland in right-wing paper called out

There are times where we simply have to call out the downright absurd...

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Media Watch: BBC comes under fire for removal of Gaza documentary

There have been more developments and reaction over the last week to the BBC’s decision to remove a key documentary on Gaza from its iPlayer…

The Guardian - AU

Hugh Marks checks in at ABC headquarters as Ita Buttrose briefs top silk after legal letter exposed

Former Nine boss takes over from the outgoing managing director, David Anderson, amid turmoil over Antoinette Lattouf case. Plus: Daily Mail embraces supernatural

The National (Scotland)

Media Watch: BBC Gaza film concerns and fake Anas Sarwar news

Welcome to this week’s Media Watch, which is officially back after a few weeks away!

The Guardian - AU

Unsolved mystery: who leaked Antoinette Lattouf’s sacking to The Australian?

Journalist told court the News Corp-owned newspaper had the story live on its site before she had even made it home. Plus: anti-renewables billboard bust-up

The Guardian - AU

World media lambasts Trump’s Gaza proposal, but News Corp praises idea as ‘worth a try’

Plan called ‘mad’, ‘ethnic cleansing’, and a possible crime against humanity in most outlets – but The Australian says it reflects Trump’s ‘inherently benign’ worldview. Plus: Mr Murdoch goes to Washington

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Media Watch: The power of Musk and BBC licence fee debate

Welcoming to the latest edition of Media Watch! Over the last week we’ve seen the UK Government give in to demands for an inquiry into grooming…

The National (Scotland)

Media Watch: BBC under fire on Israel and consumer advice

From Mishal Husain allegedly calling for tougher scrutiny of Israel to Martin Lewis criticising the lack of a primetime consumer programme, the BBC…

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