Basics

News sources and the ‘so what’ factor

Every news story needs at least one reliable source that is able to share information that helps the journalist get to the facts.

Essential elements of a news story

Pyramid journalism and the essential elements for writing a news story.

Frequently confused words

It's essential for journalists to maintain precision in their use of language, especially when dealing with words that sound or look similar but which carry different meanings.

The qualities of a journalist

Journalism is a demanding profession that requires a unique combination of intellectual curiosity, linguistic skill, and a deep understanding of the world. 

News writing for beginners

A journalist writing a news story is the author, organiser and decision maker. Without them the story may never be told.

How to create a broadcast news package

Discover how to create concise, compelling TV and radio packages that capture audience attention and deliver information effectively.

Parliamentary reporting for beginners

To cover parliament, a journalist needs to know local laws, understand parliamentary procedure, and know about the politicians and the political parties.

Attribution and plagiarism

The importance of attribution and avoiding plagiarism.

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How to spot errors in your writing

Most journalists need a second pair of eyes to check through their copy in order to spot any factual, grammatical or spelling mistakes.

Lesson: Referencing, attribution, and plagiarism

This lesson plan is designed to teach students how to reference material, provide attribution, and avoid plagiarism.

False equivalence and false balance

Journalists can sometimes present an inaccurate or false version of events by trying too hard to 'balance' a story or incorrectly treating elements of a story as being roughly equal.