Hyperlocal Journalism and Digital Disruptions - 9781138044081

Taylor & Francis

Hyperlocal Journalism and Digital DisruptionsThe journalism change agents in Australia and New Zealand\nAuthor(s): Scott Downman, Richard Murray\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138044081, 978-1138044081\nSynopsis\nAt a time when digital technologies are impacting on the success and sustainability of traditional models of journalism, hyperlocal journalism seeks to restore journalistic integrity, build community, incite change and engage audiences. This book argues for the increased importance of these new forms of localized reporting in the digital age.\n\nHyperlocal Journalism and Digital Disruptions begins with the fundamental question of what hyperlocal journalism is, then focuses on three case studies which illustrate its potential to thrive when the right balance is struck between audience engagement, investment and respect. Each case study examines a different start-up in Australia and New Zealand. Although.