Mr Greg Hywood will deliver the A.N. Smith Lecutre in Journalism on Tuesday 15 November. |
What: A.N. Smith Lecture in Journalism
Speaker: Mr Greg Hywood, Chief Executive, Fairfax Media When: Tuesday 15 November 2011, 6.00pm Where: Basement Theatre, The Spot, Business and Economics Building, 198 Berkeley St, Carlton Details: While around the globe the traditional newspaper model is under severe pressure due to falling revenue from classified advertising, Fairfax Media Chief Executive Greg Hywood argues the future of journalism has never looked stronger. Mr Hywood argues journalism is no longer an added extra subsidised by proprietors, but is now at the centre of the news media business. He proposes a new model for newspapers, aimed at creating new audiences in a ‘post-classified’ environment with a promise to boost quality journalism. Admission is free but registration is required. For more information contact: Chris Fargher |