Politics and The Press

When it comes to our democracy, journalism has a vital role to play in interpreting policy and “keeping the bastards honest”. Hear from editors and political journalists about how they report on the corridors of power, from local councils to state governments and the Federal Parliamentary Press Gallery. Speakers: Lenore Taylor, editor, Guardian Australia Lanai Scarr, federal political editor, The West Australian Nathan Hondros, political reporter, WA Today Moderator: Gary Adshead, state political editor, Nine News This talk was recorded at the State Library of Western Australia on November 2, 2019, as part of our journalism festival in Perth, “Shining a light on the Truth”. Thanks to our presenting partner the State Library of Western Australia, and with support from major event partner Edith Cowan University, and event partner Curtin University.