An exclusive media watch; dangerous liaisons; Drum Media's 21st



The new media inquiry that has been confirmed has had the Australian media literally all a twitter: we get the perspective from commentator and Media Watch frontman, JONATHAN HOLMES.

Plus, we engage in some dangerous liaisons ahead of a new Sydney conference rumoured to be headlining JULIAN ASSANGE as opening act...

...and break out the champers in celebration of the marking of street press, DRUM MEDIA's 21st birthday


LOOKING INTO THE GOVERNMENT AGENDA BEHIND INQUIRY - NATHAN COATES

The new media inquiry, announced by Senator STEPHEN CONROY, will focus on print, including online, and investigate existing and possible methods of regulation, including the Press Council. 
So what do these Government investigations mean and how could they impact on the notion of a "free press"?
DANGEROUS IDEAS GET FESTIVE - DYLAN BARBER
THE FESTIVAL OF DANGEROUS IDEAS, presented by Sydney Opera House and St. James Ethics  Centre to run from October 1, the plans to headline discussion forums as "Hypocrisy rhymes with democracy" are certainly unique.
And the Centre's Executive Director, DR. SIMON LONGSTAFF offered his perspective as to what makes an idea "dangerous".
DRUM MEDIA TURNS 21 - ANNIE WYLIE
21 is an important birthday for most, and this certainly remains the case with Street Press Australia's Drum Media.

The magazine started in September 1990 and since then has played an integral role in supporting the local music scene and upcoming bands. All whilst remaining free!

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