The American democratic campaign trail rolls on from town to town, gathering column inches across the globe. In Australia, do we care? Should we care? Colleen Murrell discusses the significance of the campaign with Michael Gawenda, the Director for the Advanced Study of Journalism at The University of Melbourne.
Michael Gawenda was of course the editor of The Age for many years and has recently been their high-profile Washington correspondent. His latest book, American Notebook, examines the current political scene both in Washington and beyond the Beltway.
We live in a digital world. A modern age where almost anything you desire is a mouse-click away: even a career in entertainment.
Once, your typical garage band was confined to the garage and the occasional weekend gig at the local pub. A successful stand-up comedy career would seldom become a reality without a good dose of luck, and being in the right place at the right time.
Now MySpace is the right place, and any time can be the right time. Artists and bands such as Sandi Thom and My Chemical Romance have found success, at least at first, through this online world. All you have to do is set up an account and you’re out there for the world to see.
Deakin student Jemma Bald (above) explores the scene and talks with Geelong comedian Stefan Popovic and Geelong band Intrepid.
How do you get your first articles published? Are there any secrets out there for new players? Colleen Murrell spoke to three of her former Deakin students - Katherine Wilson (left), Nick Townsend (centre) and Liz Shingleton, who all managed to get their university assignments published. Katherine went on to win the 2006 ‘Sensis Award for Student Journalism’, judged by The Melbourne Press Club. Nick won the ‘Just Super Student Journalist of the Year Award‘, given by the Walkley Foundation. And Liz is continuing to write for ‘Equity’, the magazine that gave her that first crucial break.
It’s the start of another radio semester at Deakin University’s Journalism Department. And it’s a good opportunity to discover what a life in radio is like. Colleen Murrell caught up with Deakin graduate Emily Hoskins, who is the Breakfast Editor and Morning Newsreader for Gold 104.3 and Mix 101.1 in Melbourne.
Roy Greenslade is one of Britain’s best-known journalists and media commentators. He has written three books, including a history of British newspapers called Press Gang: How Newspapers Make Profits from Propaganda. In a long career, he has edited The Daily Mirror, and held senior jobs at a number of other newspapers including The Sunday Times and The Sun. Today he writes a daily blog for The Guardian newspaper in London, which deals with issues in the international media scene.
He is also Professor of Journalism at City University in London.
This month he’s been down under, attending a media conference organised by the Auckland University of Technology in New Zealand.
Colleen Murrell caught up with him to ask about his website and other future trends in the media.
Ever wondered what it is like to work on a Sunday newspaper here in Australia? And how would you go about chasing stories for a specialist round? Colleen Murrell tracks down Deakin graduate Mary Papadakis and finds out how she climbed the greasy pole to become Education Reporter on the Sunday Herald Sun in Melbourne.
A new report finds that many Australians are avoiding overseas travel because they’re worried about bird flu. The business website TotalTravel.com says nearly 50 percent of those surveyed claim bird flu is affecting their travel plans. But other industry insiders dispute these findings, and say in their experience travellers appear to be more worried by the 2004 Asian Tsunami and terrorism. Kate Tuffin has the latest from the world of travel.
Recent statistics reveal an increase in the number of animals being used for experiments across Australia. As a result, scientists are coming under pressure to look for alternatives. Deakin University student Emma Wilkins visited a laboratory in Victoria that is trying to reduce its reliance on animals, and improve their day-to-day conditions.
Tough new restrictions will change the way we treat the common cold this winter. The sale of cold and flu medications, containing the drug Pseudoephedrine, will be monitored by a system designed to stamp out illicit use of the drug. A national database will identify drug runners who buy bulk amounts of over-the-counter tablets in order to manufacture amphetamines. Casey Tomkins has this report.
Many country towns are struggling to keep young adults from leaving regional Victoria. If they do choose to stay it is usually because of family, friends, or specific educational opportunites or career paths. Now, as Uschi Steedman discovers, sport is also playing its part. It seems local football clubs can also be a factor in persuading young men to stay in their home towns.
The American democratic campaign trail rolls on from town to town, gathering column inches across the globe. In Australia, do we care? Should we care? Colleen Murrell discusses the significance of the campaign with Michael Gawenda, the Director for the Advanced Study of Journalism at The University of Melbourne.
We live in a digital world. A modern age where almost anything you desire is a mouse-click away: even a career in entertainment.
How do you get your first articles published? Are there any secrets out there for new players? Colleen Murrell spoke to three of her former 
It’s the start of another radio semester at Deakin University’s Journalism Department. And it’s a good opportunity to discover what a life in radio is like. Colleen Murrell caught up with Deakin graduate Emily Hoskins, who is the Breakfast Editor and Morning Newsreader for Gold 104.3 and Mix 101.1 in Melbourne.
Roy Greenslade is one of Britain’s best-known journalists and media commentators. He has written three books, including a history of British newspapers called Press Gang: How Newspapers Make Profits from Propaganda. In a long career, he has edited The Daily Mirror, and held senior jobs at a number of other newspapers including The Sunday Times and The Sun. Today he writes a 
Ever wondered what it is like to work on a Sunday newspaper here in Australia? And how would you go about chasing stories for a specialist round? Colleen Murrell tracks down Deakin graduate Mary Papadakis and finds out how she climbed the greasy pole to become Education Reporter on the