Guardian Australia is part of Guardian News & Media (GNM), publisher of As a leading global media organisation, we are renowned for our pioneering independent journalism and our award-winning digital products.We are seeking a Reporter to join the newsdesk team to provide general news coverage for Guardian Australia.This role is being offered on a full-time permanent basis, working over a seven-day roster with weekend work, early starts and/or late finishes. This role is open to candidates based in Sydney.In this role you will Pitch daily news ideasWrite news stories, features and explainers as commissioned by newsdeskRun the daily news live blog when requiredContribute to audio and video coverage to complement text publicationMake contacts and develop stories in particular areas of interestEngage with social media to promote stories and source informationYou'll bring .KnowledgeAt least five years' experience of working in a fast-changing and high-pressure news environment, preferably digitalSubstantial experience of writing news and short features to deadlinesGood understanding of media lawFamiliarity and ease with social mediaVideo and audio experience would be an advantageExperience of court reporting would be an advantageAn interest in a specialist story area or areas would be an advantage, particularly if not currently covered in depth by Guardian AustraliaSkills/behavioursA passion for independent journalism and an understanding of our editorial code and valuesExcellent writing, communication, interpersonal skillsAbility to deal with the stresses associated with tight deadlinesStrong news sense and ability to generate fresh ideasAbility to multitaskOrganised team playerOpen to challenge and correctionUnderstanding of, and commitment to, the Guardian's values: honesty, integrity, courage, fairness, and a sense of duty to the reader and the communityCommitment to representing diverse perspectivesAbout working at Guardian Australia Employee assistance program (EAP) to support employee wellbeingDedicated diversity and inclusion employee groups, action plans (including our Reconciliation Action Plan) and cultural competency trainingFor more information please view the full job description here .This role is being offered on a full-time permanent basis, working over a seven-day roster with weekend work, early starts and/or late finishes. This role is open to candidates based in Sydney.To apply for this position, please apply online and upload your résumé (maximum three pages) plus covering letter. In your covering letter please outline your motivation for applying for the role and why you think you are suitable.Closing date for applications: Wednesday 11 June 2025If you have application questions or if you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email We believe that our role in the Australian media is to give a voice to the most marginalised people in society and value and respect all differences in all people - including people of colour, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from different social classes, people with diverse gender and sexual identities, and people with disabilities (seen and unseen). We believe that these communities must be centred in the work we do, bringing a new perspective and a diversity of thought. We also encourage flexible working and aim to create a work environment where all employees feel respected.