Influencing has launched a Science community, as part of a formal partnership with the Science Journalists Association of Australia. The partnership will include a new Science Journalism award that will be folded into the 2025 IT Journalism Awards, as well as funding to support science journalists. A dedicated Science community has been launched on the Influencing portal, that will aim to provide an online space for connecting science journalists, communicators and experts. All Influencing journalists interested in the broader science beat are encouraged to join the community. "Influencing was founded for the technology journalism community, because we believe expert, specialist journalism is required to help society navigate the complex changes being thrust upon us by innovation." "So it's a natural extension to try and replicate what we've done with our technology vertical, in the science realm and that's why we were so motivated to form a partnership with the Science Journalis

Katherine Davison, former Editor of WHO and WHO.com.au, has on LinkedIn announced her decision to go freelance after completing a successful year at the helm of the publication.  During her tenure, she led the team to achieve impressive omnichannel goals, cementing her reputation as a skilled digital editor with expertise across multiple content sectors. Davison's career spans major roles in the Australian media landscape. Before joining WHO, she was the managing editor of Lifestyle & Entertainment at 7NEWS.com.au and played a key role in launching Best Picks, 7NEWS’ affiliate shopping platform. She also served as the Lifestyle Editor at Daily Mail Australia, where she led the Femail section and drove significant traffic growth, even overseeing the team during a period of record-breaking results. In addition to her work in digital media, Davison's print credentials include acting as Editor for that’s life!, Australia’s top-selling real-life magazine, where she helped st

Nine Entertainment has enlisted senior radio executive Rick Lenarcic to assist Perth's 6PR station with operational and staffing changes through the end of the survey year, according to Radio Info. Lenarcic, with experience at SCA, Grant Broadcasters, and ARN, is expected to help steer 6PR toward better revenue performance while maintaining its focus on live, local programming. The station sees a chance to strengthen its position as a key talk radio option in Western Australia, especially with Triple M Perth set to introduce new national programming next year. 6PR has experienced significant upheaval recently, including the redundancy of afternoon host Julie-anne Sprague and night host Tod Johnston in October this year. Julie-anne described the decision on social media as "a nasty swooping magpie." Following these departures, Tony McManus took over WA nights (9pm-midnight) and also hosted midnight shows on Melbourne's 3AW. Content Manager Emily White, who had been with the station

Influencing’s Red Christmas Party will be held again this year on Tuesday, December 3rd, beginning at 5:30 p.m.  To mark the second iteration of the Influencing Red Christmas Party, join us on the Rooftop Terrace at the Pyrmont Bridge Hotel, Pyrmont, Sydney, on December 3rd to connect with the community and celebrate the year that was.  Most importantly, wear something red as we enter the festive season and spread the cheer across the community! Prior to the event, at 5:00 pm, Influencing will be previewing the latest updates to the new Influencing platform, which will be soon transitioning all Influencing users to.  Details: What: Influencing Christmas Party - Music, Food, Drink, Party - eat, drink & be merry! Venue: Pyrmont Bridge Hotel Address: 96 Union St, Pyrmont NSW 2009 Date & Time: December 3rd from 5pm Theme: A Splash of Red! Invites will be sent shortly, or you can email [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you all at PBH for some music,

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has floated a request for expression of interest (REoI) inviting agencies for the design, development, implementation and maintenance of an integrated dashboard to analyse news stories. With the objective of staying up-to-date with technological advancements and using modern technologies like Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), the MIB seeks to deploy an integrated dashboard, an AI/ML-powered solution that will analyse recent news stories to forecast emerging trends. The ministry has also added the latest bid-specific terms and conditions that will supersede any previous terms. According to a release, the agency should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the design, development, and maintenance of AI/ML-based dashboards and mobile apps for the Union Government (Ministry/Department/PSUs/Autonomous bodies) of a value more than INR two crore in a single work order. The selected agency will have to design, develop,