Walkley Foundation

The Walkley Foundation champions the highest standards of journalism in Australia through our awards, events and programs – join the conversation!

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THREE DAYS LEFT TO APPLY: Your expenses-paid reporting opportunity in South Korea. Six Australian spend 10 days in the ROK with international flights, accommodation, transfers, travel insurance and a per diem allowance covered. Applications close Thursday. https://t.co/NJiRGA1LB8

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After more than 51 years in journalism and book publishing, Walkley Foundation Chief Executive Shona Martyn has today announced that she will be retiring in the new year.
Read more: https://t.co/Sr8wcW7Xhc

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Congratulations to the 71st Walkley Awards finalists. #walkleys https://t.co/8QU5aqdxKA

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The countdown is on! This Thursday we’ll reveal the finalists for the 71st Walkley Awards. Stay tuned from 1pm AEDT to find out who’s in the running for Australian journalism’s most prestigious honours. #Walkleys

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The Walkley Foundation honours Peter Manning. Last year Peter received the Walkley Award for Outstanding Contribution to Journalism, greeted by a standing ovation from his peers. We honour his immense contribution and extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends.

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Apply for the Australia-Korea Media Exchange Program. 6 AUS journalists will travel to the ROK for a 10-day exchange from 21 Nov to 1 Dec. Open to mid to senior-career journalists covering economics, trade, defence & security, energy, or the environment. https://t.co/NJiRGA1LB8

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The Australia-Korea Media Exchange Program will resume in late 2026, thanks to funding from the Australia-Korea Foundation of @dfat. Applications will open in the coming months, with six Australian journalists selected to travel to South Korea.

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CLOSING TONIGHT: This is your last chance to enter the 71st Walkley Awards. If you’ve produced amazing journalism over the past year, now is the time to put it forward. Entries close at 11:59pm AEST tonight. You've got to be in it to win it. #Walkleys https://t.co/taxoPdqkK9

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There’s just one week left to enter the 71st Walkley Awards, celebrating the very best of Australian journalism.
Entries close at 11:59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. Don’t leave it to the last minute. Good luck! #Walkleys https://t.co/taxoPdqkK9

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Entries are open for the 71st Walkley Awards. Please make sure you read the T&Cs and FAQs before submitting your entry. Good luck. #Walkleys https://t.co/taxoPdqkK9

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Join @sarahelks, @edmundtadros and @BenSmee for The Investigative Mindset: Journalism, Truth and Public Interest at #UQ on 22 July, moderated by Dr Lujain Shafeeq. Free for members of the UQ community – get your ticket here: https://t.co/Ox2Suw446A

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Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Mid-Year Media Prizes. Thank you to all the entrants, finalists and judges.

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#MidYearPrizes

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Applications are open for the 2026 Walkley Mentorship Program. Looking to sharpen your journalism skills, develop your story ideas, or get guidance from some of the industry's most experienced journalists? This is an opportunity worth exploring. https://t.co/vjKtZ4Wu4B

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Get your tickets for the 2026 Mid-Year Media Prizes.
When: Thursday 18 June, 6:30pm
Where: Cell Block Theatre, National Arts School, Darlinghurst, NSW.
https://t.co/cuy1zq4TlK

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We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2026 Mid-Year Media Prizes. Thank you to all the entrants, and especially to the judges who dedicated their time. https://t.co/lHXCHAdKd9

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Australian journalists, what training do you need most right now? We are inviting you to help shape our future professional development programs. Have your say and identify what training would be most valuable to you. Complete our short survey by 25 May. https://t.co/hHcxYmy8VV

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Apply now for the Masters & McKenzie Investigative Journalism Fellowship. Six investigative journalists will attend a two-day workshop in Sydney with investigative reporters including Kate McClymont, Chris Masters and Nick McKenzie. Closing 1 June.
https://t.co/FUyITLJvg5

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Register today for a three-part webinar series built for journalists who want to work independently without flying blind. Learn how to protect yourself legally, gain sustainably, and verify your reporting with confidence. https://t.co/th1T33FzI0

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CLOSING TONIGHT! Entries for the Mid-Year Media Prizes close at 11:59pm tonight. With so many prizes, awards, scholarships and opportunities available, there really is something for everyone. This is your chance to showcase your best work. Don’t miss out. https://t.co/DRJrb4ZbW9

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Entries are open for the Longform Feature or Special award, supported by SMH and The Age.
Entries for the Mid-Year Media Prizes close on Monday! Don’t miss out. https://t.co/K5J96ZRhtc