Media challenges in a digital world (part 2)
13 November, 2015

Media challenges in a digital world (part 2)

In a keynote address at the USP journalism awards, Pacific Media Center director Professor David Robie, formerly head of the South Pacific regional journalism program in its early stages, reflects on the progress and challenges facing media in the Pacific and worldwide. This is the second in a two-part blog of his speech.
Media challenges in a digital world (Part one)
6 November, 2015

Media challenges in a digital world (Part one)

In a keynote address at the USP journalism awards, Pacific Media Center director Professor David Robie, formerly head of the South Pacific regional journalism program in its early stages, reflects on the progress and challenges facing media in the Pacific and worldwide. This is the first in a two-part blog of his speech.
The fourth estate in peril
27 February, 2015

The fourth estate in peril

Recent events indicate that journalism in the Pacific is susceptible to bias and credulity. We talk of the need to curb corruption and self-interest in the public sector. Perhaps we need to take a closer look at the reputability of those mandated to safeguard the public record.