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The Walkley Foundation champions the highest standards of journalism in Australia through our awards and events.

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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Apply for the Australia-Korea Media Exchange Program. Six AUS journalists will travel to the ROK for a 10-day exchange from 21 Nov to 1 Dec. Open to mid to senior-career journalists covering economics, trade, defence & security, energy, or the environment. www.walkleys.com/supporting-j...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Thank you National Indigenous Times for supporting the 2026 Indigenous Affairs award. #Walkleys
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Thank you to the University of Queensland for their support of the 2026 Sports Journalism award. #Walkleys
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
CLOSING TONIGHT! The Scoop of the Year award recognises the resourcefulness behind an exclusive report, from uncovering the story to getting it published or broadcast. Enter before Walkley entries close at 11:59pm AEST tonight! #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
The Current Affairs Short category recognises sharp, original and impactful reporting and analysis of unfolding news events, as well as interviews that inform and engage audiences. Entries close at 11:59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
This is the last weekend to enter the 71st Walkley Awards. If you’ve produced amazing journalism over the past year, now is the time to put it forward. Entries close at 11:59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. You've got to be in it to win it. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
The Sports Journalism award at the 71st Walkley Awards recognises the diverse skills of sports reporting, from coverage and investigative work to compelling storytelling. Entries for the 71st Walkley Awards close at 11:59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
The Investigative Journalism award at the 71st Walkley Awards recognises well-researched and compelling investigations that uncover truths and make a difference. Entries close at 11:59pm AEST next Monday 17 August. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The Coverage of Indigenous Affairs award at the 71st Walkley Awards recognises excellence in journalism covering Indigenous issues. Entries for the 71st Walkley Awards close at 11.59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The Print/Text: News Report award at the 71st Walkley Awards recognises excellence in text-based news journalism and the reporters who deliver accurate and impactful stories. Entries for the 71st Walkley Awards close at 11:59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
The Business Journalism award at the 71st Walkley Awards recognises excellence in journalism covering business, economics and finance. Entries for the 71st Walkley Awards close at 11:59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. #Walkelys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
The 2026 Nikon-Walkley photographic awards and prizes are open for entries until Monday. These awards honour the creativity and technical brilliance of Australia’s best photojournalists. Entries close 17 August. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
The Cartoon of the Year award at the 71st Walkley Awards celebrates the creativity, wit and artistic skill that make great cartooning such a powerful form of journalism. Entries for the 71st Walkley Awards close at 11:59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Thank you Nikon Australia for your support of the 2026 Nikon-Walkley Press Photographer of the Year award, Nikon Photo of the Year Prize and Nikon Portrait Prize. #Walkleys
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
There’s just one week left to enter the 71st Walkley Awards, celebrating the very best of Australian journalism. Entries close at 11.59pm AEST on Monday 17 August. Don’t leave it to the last minute. Good luck! #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
The TV/Video: News Reporting category at the 71st Walkley Awards recognises outstanding television and video journalism produced under pressure as a story develops. Entries close 17 August, don’t miss out! #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Thank you to the ABC for their support of the 2026 Audio Short award. #Walkleys
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
The Audio Short category in the 71st Walkley Awards recognises the best in radio, podcast and audio journalism. Entries close 17 August. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Thank you Guardian Australia for your support of the 2026 Investigative Journalism award. #Walkleys
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
The Coverage of Community and Regional Affairs category at the 71st Walkley Awards celebrates outstanding reporting from rural, regional and suburban news organisations. Get your entries in now! #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Thank you to the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age for their support of the 2026 Scoop of the Year and Feature Writing Short awards. #Walkleys
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Thank you BHP for your support of the 2026 Coverage of Community and Regional Affairs award. #Walkleys
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
If you've published a standout newspaper or magazine-style feature (under 4,000 words) in either print or digital, enter the Feature Writing Short category in the 71st Walkley Awards. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Thank you Thomsons for your support of the 2026 Commentary, Analysis, Opinion and Critique award.
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Entries are open for the 71st Walkley Awards. Please make sure you read the T&Cs and FAQs before submitting your entry. Good luck. #Walkleys www.walkleys.com/awards/walkl...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Join Sarah Elks from The Australian, Edmund Tadros from AFR and Ben Smee from Guardian Australia for The Investigative Mindset: Journalism, Truth and Public Interest at #UQ on 22 July, moderated by Dr Lujain Shafeeq. Free for members of the UQ community: events.humanitix.com/inside-inves...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Mid-Year Media Prizes. Thank you to all the entrants, finalists and judges. www.walkleys.com/2026-mid-yea... #MidYearPrizes
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Applications are open for the 2026 Walkley Mentorship Program until 14 July. Looking to sharpen your journalism skills, develop your story ideas, or get guidance from some of the industry's most experienced journalists? This is an opportunity worth exploring. www.walkleys.com/professional...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Get your tickets for the 2026 Mid-Year Media Prizes. When: Thursday 18 June, 6:30pm Where: Cell Block Theatre, National Arts School, Darlinghurst, NSW. events.humanitix.com/2026-mid-yea...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the 2026 Mid-Year Media Prizes. Thank you to all the entrants, and especially to the judges who dedicated their time. www.walkleys.com/finalists-an...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Australian journalists, what training do you need most right now? We are inviting you to help shape our future professional development programs. Have your say and identify what training would be most valuable to you. Complete our short survey by noon 25 May. forms.gle/m7nmNFW6s4RG...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Applications are now open for the Masters & McKenzie Investigative Journalism Fellowship. Six investigative journalists will attend a two-day workshop in Sydney with investigative reporters including Kate McClymont, Chris Masters and Nick McKenzie. Closing 1 June. www.walkleys.com/professional...
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The Masters & McKenzie Investigative Journalism Fellowship - The Walkley Foundation
Five mid-career investigative journalists will be selected for the inaugural Masters & McKenzie Investigative Journalism Fellowship and have the opportunity to attend a two-day workshop program in Syd...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Register today for a three-part webinar series built for journalists who want to work independently without flying blind. Learn how to protect yourself legally, gain sustainably, and verify your reporting with confidence. www.walkleys.com/professional...
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Webinar series to help you freelance with confidence  - The Walkley Foundation
Thinking about freelancing, or already navigating the realities of going it alone? This three-part webinar series is designed to give you the practical tools, legal grounding and confidence to make fr...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
CLOSING TONIGHT! Entries for the Mid-Year Media Prizes close at 11:59pm tonight. With so many prizes, awards, scholarships and opportunities available, there really is something for everyone. This is your chance to showcase your best work. Don’t miss out. www.walkleys.com/prizes/
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Entries are open for the Longform Feature or Special award, supported by SMH and The Age. Entries for the Mid-Year Media Prizes close on Monday! Don’t miss out. www.walkleys.com/.../young-jo...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Entries are open for the Mid-Year Media Prizes: Public Service Journalism award, supported by Telum Media. This award recognises journalism that informs the public, strengthens democracy and generates community impact. Entries close on Monday. Don't miss out. www.walkleys.com/awards/young...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Don’t miss the deadline! Entries for the Mid-Year Media Prizes close at 11:59pm AEST on Monday. Whether you are a seasoned journalist, just starting your career in media, or finishing uni, there is an opportunity for everyone. Don’t wait until the last minute. www.walkleys.com/prizes/
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Entries are open for the Coverage of Community and Regional Affairs award, sponsored by Maurice Blackburn. The award celebrates the vital work of journalists producing stories in suburban, regional, and remote communities. Entries close 13 April. www.walkleys.com/.../young-jo...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Are you an aspiring photojournalist? The Mid-Year Media Prizes are open, and the Visual Storytelling award (sponsored by Nikon) is spotlighting photo essays. Submit up to 3 pieces and show your best work across photo, video, graphics or illustration. Closing 13 April.
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
What are the most innovative ways to tell the news today? Think gamer-style live chats, TikTok election coverage, or creative data-driven storytelling. The Young Journalist Innovative Storytelling category rewards bold, original formats. Entries close 13 April. www.walkleys.com/awards/young...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Entries for the Mid-Year Media Prizes close in less than two weeks! Spending extra time on your entry/application can make a big difference, so why not get started today? Entries close on 13 April. www.walkleys.com/prizes/
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Applications close 13 April for the ARN Ali Drower Audio Scholarship. Early-career journalists can gain hands-on experience in a commercial newsroom, working across radio and podcasts, with a $10,000 stipend included. Apply now. www.walkleys.com/professional...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Entries are open for the Arts Journalism & Arts Criticism Prize. With $5,000 in prize money, supported by the Copyright Agency Cultural Fund, this prize recognises outstanding arts journalism and cultural criticism across a broad range of the arts. www.walkleys.com/prizes/arts/
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
The Mid-Year Media Prizes have a new category: Specialist and Beat Reporting. If you’re a young journalist covering a round like politics, courts, climate, tech, health, sport, or anything in between, this is your moment to showcase your best work. Entries close 13 April. www.walkleys.com/prizes/
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Entries are open for the 2026 Mid-Year Media Prizes. See the full list of prizes and programs here. www.walkleys.com/prizes/ Don’t wait until the last minute. Entries close 11:59pm, 13 April, 2026.
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
We are offering $120,000 in grants to freelance journalists to support independent, public interest reporting. Freelance journalists can apply for up to $10,000 per project, either individually or in teams. Applications close 23 March. www.walkleys.com/professional...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Thank you for supporting the Walkley Foundation this year. Enjoy the summer break, and we’ll see you in 2026 to celebrate the best of Australian journalism.
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Announcing the 2025 Walkley Awards winners www.walkleys.com/70th-walkley...
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Thank you Banki Haddock Fiora for supporting the Walkley Foundation.
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The Walkley Foundation @walkleys.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Thank you to Master Builders Australia for their generous support of the 2025 Innovation Journalism award.
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