Democracy's Watchdogs @DemoWatchOrg
Australian investigative journalists who changed the national discussion. From @BillBirnbauer democracyswatchdogs.org Melbourne, Australia Joined June 2019-
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Investigative and public interest journalists publishing without big media protection. Could be a new trend? New series, Indie Watchdogs democracyswatchdogs.org/indie-watchdogs @walkleys @MelbPressClub @withMEAA @BillBirnbauer
Now open to Australian and New Zealand uni students doing journalism. Investigative/ in-depth/ public interest story entries. democracyswatchdogs.org/student-awards… @walkleys @MelbPressClub @withMEAA
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BREAKING-High Court of Australia has thrown out Ben Roberts-Smith’s last ditch attempt to overturn previous findings of 4 judges that he is a war criminal, bully and liar. Truth wins again. Thanks to our solider truthtellers and legal team. Let’s never forget the Afghan victims.
Rightsizing the reputations of shonks, shysters and war criminals comes at a cost theage.com.au/national/right…
AUSTRALIA OBSTRUCTED PROBE INTO DEADLY 'RAINBOW WARRIOR' BOMBING declassifiedaus.org/2025/07/01/aus…
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It’s a cautionary if shabby tale of the risk every journalist takes in flirting with the generosities of a ruthless corporate sector. #MediaWatch
Thrilled that @AttardMon has joined the board of Democracy's Watchdogs. Looking forward to working with such a talented and energetic journalist and academic. It'll be fun! @JERAAus @ABCmediawatch @walkleys @MelbPressClub @BillBirnbauer #Journalism
Can't stop the rain. theguardian.com/us-news/2025/m…
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It’s official – supermarkets are overcharging. Quick, change the subject smh.com.au/business/the-e…
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This is a brilliant program and fantastic opportunity to learn from the best in the investigative reporting field. Apply now if you're eligible. walkleys.com/professional-d…
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