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Introduction
The Herald is proudly committed to fearless, independent and accurate journalism as Australia’s number one news brand, whilst generating high-quality and informed opinions and debates to help readers make up their own minds. We strive to educate, challenge and entertain our audiences with stories that matter across print and digital platforms. We engage our readers, listen to their perspectives and pledge fairness and balance in all that we do.
A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR //
Bevan Shields, Editor
I am humbled, honoured and hungry to lead the best newsroom in Australia, I love the Herald and our newsroom full of exceptional journalists. The new year gives the Herald a huge opportunity to reset and restate who we are and what we believe in, and rededicate ourselves to journalism that informs, challenges, entertains and surprises our wonderful readers and subscribers.
Under the leadership of myself and deputy editor Cosima Marriner, the Herald will be bold, brave and think big. The newsroom will set the standard for intelligent, fearless journalism that does justice to our extraordinary 190-year history and the special place The Sydney Morning Herald occupies in the hearts and minds of so many in Sydney and around Australia.
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The Numbers
The Herald offers a complete cross-platform news experience enjoyed by millions of Australians each month. The newsprint edition is available 7 days a week, complemented by 24 hour digital news coverage, optimised to desktop, mobile and tablet.
Source: Roy Morgan Research; people 14+ for the 12 months ending December 2023.
SMH READER PROFILE //
Average HH Income:
Average Age:
are AB social grade
are the main grocery buyer
have a diploma or degree
have a mortgage / are a home owner
I believe quality is more important than price
The Herald has a strong reach to professionals and decision makers.
more likely to be managers / professionals
more likely to be business decision makers
Source: Roy Morgan Research; people 14+ for the 12 months ending December 2023.
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Sections
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CONTACT //
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