Articles by Amanda Meade

Bevan Shields steps down as Sydney Morning Herald editor, chief reporter Jordan Baker named as replacement

Shields told SMH staff in an email that working in the role had been the honour of his life

Valvoline, bourbon and a touching tribute from Russell Crowe: radio star John Laws farewelled at state funeral

John Howard, billionaire Lindsay Fox and Dawn Fraser among mourners at service for broadcaster known as ‘the Golden Tonsils’

6 days ago

News Corp books in advertisers in campaign for a ‘self-reliant’ Australia that ‘made things here’ | Weekly Beast

Daily Telegraph editor says the campaign aligns with the values of its backers, which include RM Williams, Qantas and Bunnings. Plus: Stokes defiant on BRS

Oct 30, 2025

Lachlan Murdoch’s top adviser Siobhan McKenna resigns from News Corp

Company’s Australian broadcast chief, who was involved in negotiations over Murdoch family’s succession plans, to depart media giant

Oct 30, 2025

Murdoch’s flagship hails ‘terrifyingly funny’ Succession, without a nod to the family who inspired it | Weekly Beast

The Australian names HBO drama the best TV show of the past 25 years. Plus: reporters in the spotlight at the White House

Oct 24, 2025

Murdoch’s flagship hails ‘terrifyingly funny’ Succession, without a nod to the family that inspired it | Weekly Beast

The Australian names HBO drama the best TV show of the past 25 years. Plus: reporters in the spotlight at the White House

Oct 23, 2025

The ‘relentless years’: ABC has shaken off culture of fear created by external pressure, Hugh Marks tells supporters | Weekly Beast

Managing director predicts broadcaster will be stronger in 50 years’ time. Plus: Private Media chief upsets business travellers all over the world

Oct 3, 2025

Kyle & Jackie O Show’s repeated ‘vulgar’ and ‘deeply offensive’ content prompts Acma warning to Kiis

Network’s broadcast licence could be suspended or cancelled by Australian Communications and Media Authority

Oct 1, 2025