Pauline Hanson's National Press Club Performance
On Wednesday, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson spoke at the National Press Club. Some News Corp Australia commentators praised her performance, with descriptions such as "tour de force" and "a joy to watch."
Jai Bednall of news.com.au wrote that Hanson "looks and sounds sharp" and that she is the "new unofficial opposition leader."
Jenna Clarke of The Australian compared Hanson to Margaret Thatcher.
Kyle Sandilands Comments on Hanson and Barnaby Joyce
Radio host Kyle Sandilands stated that he has advised Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce on messaging and introduced them to "upper society." He described them as "very inspirational."
Sandilands also criticized fellow radio host Ben Fordham, alleging Fordham was hypocritical about Sandilands' contract. Fordham responded on his show, denying Sandilands' version of events.
Questions at the Press Club
Two questions asked to Hanson have drawn criticism:
James Massola asked: "Is Australia in danger of being swamped by Muslim migration?" Hanson replied: "Not if I've got anything to do with it."
Dana Daniel asked: "How do you rate our nation's capital?" Hanson replied: "Well, I try to keep out of it as much as I possibly can."
Media Pass Revoked for Greg Jericho
Greg Jericho, chief economist at the Australia Institute and a Guardian Australia columnist, criticized the questions on social media. Ninety minutes later, Press Gallery committee president Jane Norman emailed Jericho, stating his press pass no longer fit the criteria because his primary job is chief economist. Jericho said his pass was being cancelled.
Ben English's Trip to France
Daily Telegraph editor Ben English posted a video from Toulouse, France, promoting Qantas's new long-haul flights. It was not disclosed that he was a guest of Qantas and Airbus. The aviation writer Robyn Ironside, also on the trip, disclosed the arrangement in her stories.
Matthew Hooton Appointed Editor-in-Chief of The Post
New Zealand's Stuff Group appointed Matthew Hooton, a former National party strategist and lobbyist, as editor-in-chief of The Post and the Sunday Star-Times. Hooton has no journalism background. The appointment has been controversial.
World Cup Content Usage
SBS, the exclusive Australian rights holder for the World Cup, has raised concerns with media organizations over use of footage. The Courier-Mail and Daily Telegraph used an animated GIF of Lionel Messi's goal, which SBS says is not permitted under fair dealing.
Clive Palmer Advertisement
A United Australia party ad with the headline "Zero immigration" appeared in The Advertiser alongside a story about Nestory Irankunda's family celebrating his World Cup performance.