BY INDY MAEALASIA
EIGHT local journalists have successfully completed a weeklong International Media Visit to Australia, gaining valuable insights into media professionalism and the Australian media landscape.
The group, which returned over the weekend, began their visit in the Australian Capital Territory—Canberra—and concluded it in Sydney.
The visit provided first-hand experience and exposure to various aspects of the Australian media industry, including visits to some of the country’s media outlets and participations in roundtable discussions.
Ruthina Koroa, station manager of ZFM radio station and participant in the programme, described the tour of Triple J—a youth-focused radio station owned by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, as a highlight of her visit.
“The visit to triple J was the highlight, I learned how they maintain journalistic integrity while still being creative and relatable to younger audience. It was inspiring to see how they balance fun with serious reporting,” she said.
Koroa also extended her appreciation to the Australian Government stating “Many thanks to the Australian Government for the opportunity, it has helped us to grow as journalists and build strong connection with the media professionals.”
The eight participants include: Ronald Toito’ona (In-depth Solomons), Bradford Noda (Tavuli News), Christopher Adifaka, (Barava FM), Lachlan Eddie (SIBC), Ruthina Koroa (ZFM), Indy Mae’alasia (The Island Sun newspaper), Georgina Maka’a (In-depth Solomons) and Loretta Manele (The Island Sun newspaper).
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