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Mediawatch

Mediawatch for 14 April 2024

Apr 13, 2024
Exploring the repercussions of TV news cuts and closure of NewsHub, challenges in news broadcasting revenue collapse, media's role in uncovering shady activities, challenges in the television industry, and public support for the Save Our Stories campaign.
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  • TV journalism faces dire situation with NewsHub and TV3 closures
  • Urgent need for alternative solutions to salvage news services after closures

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Impacts of Major Media Cuts on TV Journalism

The podcast episode delves into the unprecedented cuts in TV news and the loss of numerous journalist jobs at major TV broadcasters. Notably, NewsHub's closure and the removal of key shows like the NewsBortons and Fair Go are highlighted, signaling a significant shift in the media landscape. The closure of NewsHub and TV3's news operations, coupled with the axing of long-standing Current Affairs shows, emphasizes the dire situation faced by TV journalism.

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