Journalist, Wagga Wagga

1 week ago

Wagga Wagga City Council, Australia Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Full time
Overview

Job no: 504946

Work type: Ongoing Full Time

Location: Wagga Wagga

Categories: Journalism/Content Making, Social Media/ Digital, Production/Content, Presenter/Reporter

About Wagga Wagga

Situated almost equal distance from Sydney and Melbourne, Wagga Wagga is one of the state's largest inland cities, with a rapidly growing community. Filled with historic buildings, large parklands, the iconic Murrumbidgee River, and only a short drive to the Snowy Mountains, you'll never be short of something to do.

As a reporter with ABC Riverina, you'll cover issues affecting major population centres, as well as those in rural and remote areas, and the agricultural sector of this region often dubbed the food bowl of Australia. You'll also be able to report and take part in countless sporting codes in a region known for fostering countless sporting greats.

The Role

The successful applicant will help shape the public discourse of the Riverina region, by breaking exclusive stories on multiple platforms, including audio, video, and online. Working both independently and collaboratively, you have a passion for finding and telling stories that enthral and engage our audience.

The Job
  • Produce and present radio news, including breaking news stories, news bulletins, interviews and audio and video packages across all platforms.
  • Research, pitch and develop compelling stories with distinctive angles that are high value and exclusive to the ABC.
  • Get out and about in local Riverina communities to create lasting relationships and tell stories important to them.
Position Description

50050895 REPORTER .pdf

About You

You are a news junkie who thrives in a high performing, breaking news environment and bring innovation and initiative to our modern newsroom. You will have a passion for telling unique stories, and an ability to work independently, collaboratively and cooperatively quickly under pressure. You will be a self-starter, who can work both independently and cooperatively with colleagues in your immediate team, and others across Australia.

You'll Also Bring
  • A creative approach to storytelling across multiple platforms.
  • Deep knowledge of news media, and a desire to consume news content across a variety of publications and broadcasters.
  • Enthusiasm to travel to remote locations to tell the stories of people living in those areas.
  • Current Drivers Licence.
What We Can Offer You
  • 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
  • Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
  • Salary packaging.
  • ABC Mentoring.
About ABC News

Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia. Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation.

More Info

In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.

To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact accessibility@abc.net.au

If you want to know more, please contact Gary-Jon Lysaght, Editor ABC Riverina via Lysaght.Gary-Jon@abc.net.au

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal. Recruitment Agencies are not to submit applications for this position.

Advertised

Advertised: 04 Sep 2025 1:00 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 18 Sep 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time


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