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What if you could demand one thing from our media this election?

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In writing a new piece about how we can demand better coverage from our media this election I asked my Twitter followers if they could demand one thing from our media this election – what would it be? Here are some of the responses.

Debs made a suggestion regarding the use of language about asylum seekers:

Ed called for more “important stories”

https://twitter.com/tasblueboy/status/361376009091694593

Lots of discussion about assessing claims and getting the facts:

https://twitter.com/AugustusBrown/status/361367462865940481

On policy:

Less “horse race” politics (From Tumblr)

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On wasted opportunities:

https://twitter.com/SenorPhil/status/361392926057705473

What are your thoughts? Comment below or get in touch @JB_AU

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Some tips for new journalism/media students

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Universities and TAFE colleges across Australia are currently preparing for their next influx of media, journalism, communications and PR students. If this is about to be you – there are thousands of young people just like you about to try and make their mark on one of the most competitive industries out there.

If you want a serious chance at getting anywhere in the media industry – you need to start preparing yourself now. As a media educator I support thousands of young people with an interest in a media career each year. Here are some of my tips for getting ahead of the thousands of others about to start on the same path.

1. Start volunteering/interning/creating NOW.

The best way to build your skills is to just do it. Many media/communications courses have an astounding lack of practical opportunities. By the time you finish your qualification, employers will…

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