Reporter, Longreach

• Join Australia's most trusted media organisation
• Create compelling news for local and national audiences
• Develop skills in audio, video and digital journalism

The Role

Do you aspire to be a news correspondent with the skills to work independently in audio, video and digital journalism?

Do you have a spirit of adventure and enjoy travelling to new places and meeting new people?

Would you like to work for Australia's most trusted media organisation, with the opportunity to excel in an environment where public interest journalism, ethics and editorial standards are paramount?

The ABC is looking for a reporter join the team in western Queensland, based in Longreach.

Journalists in this region deliver news for local and national ABC radio but also have time to develop the skills needed to film and present video stories for ABC 7PM news, News Channel and Landline as well as producing digital stories for Australia's most popular news website.

Many of the ABC's most successful reporters have cut their teeth in this part of the world.

You will work under the direction of the Western Queensland Editor and will have access to some of the best editorial training in Australia.

The Job

• Find and tell compelling stories that reflect the unique character of western Queensland
• Prepare and produce compelling audio, video, digital and social media stories for local and national audiences
• Build a strong rapport with local community leaders and engage with stakeholders on behalf of the ABC
• Demonstrate initiative and bring creative ideas to your work
• This is a Schedule B, Band 3-4 role attracting a base salary of $74K-$90K plus 15.4% ABC nominated super
• This role attracts an Isolated Locations Allowance, shift penalties and leave loading as per the ABC Enterprise Agreement

Position Description:

About You

You have genuine curiosity of regional stories and will have a strong understanding of issues important to local audiences.

You'll have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent skills and experience
• Creative approach to content creation with strong live presentation and broadcast skills
• Accomplished editorial judgment with ability to source, analyse, and verify information
• Passion for telling stories that reflect Australia's diversity
• Ability to build and maintain contacts across Australia
• Possession of a current and valid Driver's Licence.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to regional and remote locations.

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

If you want to know more, please contact Heidi Sheehan, Editor, ABC Western QLD via 

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

For more information on working at the ABC visit

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

Applications Close: 11:55pm, 9th September 2025