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  • What is my future in journalism?

    JOURNALISM school is very nearly over. It’s left me pondering many things. In such a competitive environment, will I get a job? Am I …

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  • Improving journalism skills through teamwork

    FOR me, this year has been a revelation. A professional internship, constant blogging, longer journalism packages and the ability to work in pairs has …

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  • The art of visual storytelling

    I recently spoke to Chic Henry, the head of the Australian Motorist Party and the former head of Summernats. He narrowly missed out on …

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  • Journalism and politics: Where will the relationship go?

    THE relationship between journalism and politics is often debated. Some people believe that journalists and politicians are adversaries. They believe that they treat each …

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  • The evolution of the newsroom

    JOURNALISTS are increasingly being subjected to the pressures of a converged newsroom. As someone who wants to enter the journalism profession very soon, it …

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  • Summer time blues

    ALAS, footy season is over and post season depression has well and truly kicked in. As the final whistle blows on grand final day …

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  • State of Origin or choice state?

    CANBERRA Raiders back rower, Josh Papalii, decided that he will switch his allegiance to Australia and Queensland last week. While this might confuse and …

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  • The relevance of research for reporters

    IT goes without saying, research is vitally important to any piece of journalism. Whether writing a story on a community carnival, or a national …

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  • The shift in the media landscape

    TRADITIONAL media is facing a vastly changing landscape. Consumers are no longer restricted to newspapers, radio and television. They are instead opened up to …

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Published on the front page of the Queanbeyan Age Friday December 21 2012

Retailers’ Christmas wish

HOLIDAY trade ‘slowest in 30 years’. Retailers in Queanbeyan are experiencing one of the slowest Christmas periods in years, according to several local business owners. Click the link below to view …

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Published in the Queanbeyan Age Friday December 21 2012

HAVE YOUR SAY: What’s your New Year’s Resolution?

HAVE YOUR SAY: What’s your New Year’s Resolution? Click the link below to view the full story (Published in the Queanbeyan Age, December 21 …

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Probationary constable Caitlin Furze is the latest recruit to join Queanbeyan Police Station (Published in the Queanbeyan Age, Friday December 21 2012).

New addition to our ranks

QUEANBEYAN police have a new addition to their ranks in 25-year-old Probationary Constable Caitlin Furze. Click the link below to view the full story (Published in the Queanbeyan …

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THE QUEANBEYAN AGE looks back at some of the biggest stories for the region in 2012. This is the first in this two-part series. Compiled by Russell Ayres.

2012 News Highlights

  THE QUEANBEYAN AGE looks back at some of the biggest stories for the region in 2012. This is the first in this two-part series. …

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Published in the Queanbeyan Age, Friday December 14, 2012.

World cup win

LOCAL Queanbeyan school teacher Carla Fahey has recently returned from a successful sporting trip to New Zealand. Click the link below to view the …

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Stay cool and be safe in the pool

Stay cool and be safe in the pool

AS local residents flock to public pools to escape the heat this summer, parents are being reminded that lifeguards are not baby sitters. Click …

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  • About Me

    Russell Ayres

    Russell Ayres

    Multimedia Journalist

    I am Multimedia Journalist with a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Canberra.

    I have reported stories across a vast span of topics including hard news, soft news, sport, politics, and general interest.

    I have completed internships with 666 ABC Canberra (newsroom), The Queanbeyan Age and RSPCA Australia.

    I have also worked as a Communications Contractor for the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research.

    My main interests are sports and politics.

    I am looking to embark on a career in media or professional communications.

    Please contact me for any enquiries or offers of permanent, non-ongoing or other contract employment.

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