General News Events - Coverage Discussion

[Sully]

Honestly didn’t know where else to put this

Was watching a good (but tragically sad) doco last night on the 1999 Columbine High School massacre in the US, where two seniors (still minors) killed 11 students and 1 teacher, also injuring dozens more. The first major incident of its kind.

I was young at the time and barely remember it, some here wouldn’t at all, but many here probably would.

Anyone recall the Australian media coverage? Reaction? Aftermath? Especially with our own massacre (non-school) just a few years earlier in Tassie. Tried to find caps or videos online from local coverage but failed go find anything.

Such a devastating incident that certainly for the US changed US laws and school procedures, as well as the way the world looks youth mental health and crime.

[Dj_Cazzah]

US State Visit to the UK- Just interesting to see all the different styles of graphics for the same footage.

[WAtvVideos]

One more for the collection:

[AustralianAerial]

Someone is in trouble.

Bridget Rollason (bridgerollo)

Bridget Rollason (bridgerollo)

Bridget Rollason (bridgerollo)

[turdall]

All reasons why media involvement in trials is becoming increasingly dangerous of harming the justice system. The amount this costs tax payers is absolutely ridiculous. Something needs to be done with the media and the way they report.

Often you hear from the media such and such has asked the court to do such and such tests which is costing the taxpayer. Never do you hear when they are the reason behind the court costs.

[littlegezzybear]

Nine News reporting it is a “local” TV network. So it seems not metro Nine, Seven or Ten?

Bethan Yeoman (bethan_yeoman)

[SydneyCityTV]

As far as I can tell, Bethan Yeoman is a Nine regional reporter.

Now I could be wrong but it’d seem unlikely that someone from Nine would be pointing out a prejudicial report if it was from them (especially since the Nine News Western Victoria/Central Victoria accounts have retweeted it), which of course leaves…

[JasonF]

yes it was win , the local paper in ballarat the courier just had it as breaking news and named win the local tv network

[jb76]

The problem with the media is that is reports in a way that is favourable to the cause that the respective media outlet is sympathetic to. This behaviour often results in reckless reporting by media outlets. Look at how many litigation cases there have been in recent years including more recently the Geoffrey Rush defamation case.

In the case of the Darwin rampage, the media is reporting about how he was just released on bail after breaching bail - the breach was missing curfew by less than an hour - most media outlets omit this fact and we dont know the exact cause of the rampage - speculation is drugs and a woman - but this may not be as cut and dry as that - considering the fact he was apprehended for the minor breach.

Media outlets are not balanced and the media outlets are to blame - dont blame the reporter - the networks have editors to ensure they dont cause problems like this - releasing evidence that is prejudicial.

[TheMoreYouKnow]

Media “involvement”. You mean… reporting??!

Shocking!

[turdall]

I have seen cases where there is clear involvement in the way they report…

The media often want a certain verdict to help sell a story.

[littlegezzybear]

Yes. Updated ABC News story:

Justice John Champion today dismissed the jury after an application from defence lawyer Malcolm Thomas.

Mr Thomas told the court a WIN News report, broadcast last night, included inaccurate information, and evidence that was inadmissible in court and had not been heard by the jury.

'Reckless' TV report gets jury dismissed in Victorian grandmother's murder trial

[TheMoreYouKnow]

Such as? Which cases?

[turdall]

The trial in. Qld a few years back with the tinder guy. George Pell. Clearly.

[EntertainingAus]

@jb76

dont blame the reporter - the networks have editors to ensure they dont cause problems like this - releasing evidence that is prejudicial.

Nope.
This one is entirely on the journalist and his/ hers chief of staff. Editors are just the middle man.
All journalists (including at WIN) have a journalists guide to media law that they must refer to in cases like this.
If a journalist is unsure what they can say in their package, they’re supposed to run it by their chief of staff AND contact WIN’s lawyers for advice.

[TV.Cynic]

The Queen’s Birthday 2019 Honours List

Following is the result of a search for media, radio, television and performing arts awardees.

COMPANION (AC) IN THE GENERAL DIVISION

Ms Ita Clare BUTTROSE AO OBE

NSW

For eminent service to the community through leadership in the media, the arts, and the health sector, and as a role model.

Mr Hugh Michael JACKMAN

North Bondi NSW 2026

For eminent service to the performing arts as an acclaimed actor and performer, and to the global community, particularly as an advocate for poverty eradication.

OFFICER (AO) IN THE GENERAL DIVISION

Dr Rachael Linda KOHN

Mosman NSW 2088

For distinguished service to the broadcast media, particularly radio, as a creator, producer and presenter, and to Jewish studies.

Ms Sigrid Madeline THORNTON

NSW

For distinguished service to the performing arts as a film, television and stage actor, and to professional arts organisations.

MEMBER (AM) IN THE GENERAL DIVISION

Mr Raymond (Ray) Charles ARGALL

Five Dock NSW 2046

For significant service to film and television as a director and cinematographer.

Ms Suzanne Dale BAKER

Pyrmont NSW 2009

For significant service to the film industry as a producer

Mr Eric BANA

VIC

For significant service to the performing arts, and to charitable organisations.

Ms Catherine Jane CARO

Artarmon NSW 2064

For significant service to the broadcast media as a journalist, social commentator and author.

Ms Sarah Margaret FOLLENT

Teneriffe QLD 4005

For significant service to the visual arts, and to the print and broadcast media.

Mr Peter Ross MARTIN

ACT

For significant service to multi platform and print media as an economics journalist.

Mr Guy Theodore SEBASTIAN

Rosebery NSW 2018

For significant service to the music recording industry, and to charitable initiatives.

Ms Leigh Peta SALES

Ultimo NSW 2007

For significant service to the broadcast media.

Mr Michael Roy WHITNEY

Maroubra NSW 2035

For significant service to cricket, and to the broadcast media.

Mr Michael Robert BEATTY

The Gap QLD 4061

For service to animal welfare.

MEDAL (OAM) IN THE GENERAL DIVISION

Ms Carrie BICKMORE

Armadale VIC 3143

For service to the broadcast media, and to brain cancer awareness.

Mr David Joseph CAMPBELL

Cremorne NSW 2090

For service to entertainment and the arts

Mr Mackay James COTT

Mittagong NSW 2575

For service to the print media as an editor and journalist.

Ms Louise Margaret EVANS

Sydney NSW 2000

For service to the media, particularly sports reporting.

Mr Kenneth SUTCLIFFE

Mudgee NSW 2850

For service to the broadcast media, particularly to television.

Ms Lisa Maria SWEENEY

St Ives NSW 2075

For service to the broadcast media, particularly to radio.

Ms Judy TIERNEY

Sandy Bay TAS 7005

For service to the print and broadcast media as a journalist.

Ms Petrina ZAPHIR

Gold Coast Qld 4220

For service to the community of the Gold Coast

[TV.Cynic]

There may be some omissions from the above list. There are almost 1,000 awardees, so there may be some other categories missed.

Sales, Buttrose and Bickmore among journalists honoured

[SydneyCityTV]

While I obviously appreciate this list being posted, isn’t there usually a midnight embargo (which the SMH must’ve broken) for these type of things?

[TV.Cynic]

10pm is the embargo time