
This week on The Fourth Estate, Marty Gibson is joined by former broadcaster, Peter Williams and former judge, David Harvey to tackle the latest media shake-ups, from a billionaire’s bid to shake up NZME to growing concerns over media bias. They delve into Ian Wishart’s exposé on climate reporting inaccuracies, the controversy surrounding Dr Samantha Bailey’s deregistration for alleged Covid misinformation, and the wider implications for free speech. With tensions high over political narratives and public trust in journalism at stake, this discussion raises big questions about the future of New Zealand’s media landscape.
For more information check out:
NZ Herald – Tauranga's Marine Precinct Sale Could Cause ‘Irreversible Harm' Court Told
Ministry for Culture and Heritage – Media Reform
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This week on The Fourth Estate, Marty Gibson is joined by former broadcaster, Peter Williams and former judge, David Harvey to tackle the latest media shake-ups, from a billionaire’s bid to shake up NZME to growing concerns over media bias. They delve into Ian Wishart’s exposé on climate reporting inaccuracies, the controversy surrounding Dr Samantha Bailey’s deregistration for alleged Covid misinformation, and the wider implications for free speech. With tensions high over political narratives and public trust in journalism at stake, this discussion raises big questions about the future of New Zealand’s media landscape.
For more information check out:
NZ Herald – Tauranga's Marine Precinct Sale Could Cause ‘Irreversible Harm' Court Told
Ministry for Culture and Heritage – Media Reform