MEAA warns of media and journalism risks in the new Federal Home Affairs ministry

Creating a super ‘Home Affairs’ ministry risks further stifling journalism and whistleblower protection in Australia warns the Media, Arts and Entertainment alliance in a press release.

Press freedom concerns with super ministry – MEAA

The Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance (MEAA) the union and industry advocate for Australia’s journalists, is deeply concerned by the concentration of surveillance powers in a new super “Home Affairs” ministry without any adequate external oversight.

MEAA believes the corralling of several government agencies with poor records for observing and respecting press freedom and transparency into one giant bureaucracy, raises profound concerns.