Sydney Morning Herald Celebrates 195th, Vows Nuanced Reporting

0:00Here's more Sydney news for March 6th. Next month, the Sydney Morning Herald turns 195 years old. It holds the title as Australia's oldest continuously published newspaper. New editor Jordan Baker is marking the milestone by recommitting to its founding principles of candor, honesty and honor. Back in 1831, it launched as the Sydney Herald with a clear pledge for balanced reporting without bias or abuse. At original promise, now hangs as a painting in the newsroom, serving as a daily guy for journalists. Baker remembers her first days there as a young reporter in 2005, awed by the sharp, quirky veterans who shade her career. While bylines evolve, the drive and talent carry on through fresh teams, just as dedicated. Readers turn to the paper for clear takes on schooling, city growth, rising costs, wages and politics. Feedback shows they crave quick, accurate news that digs deep, asks tough questions and spotlights power players.

1:00As it eyes is 200th birthday, the Herald vows to champion nuance and debate in a divided world. Baker thinks her deputy editors and predecessor for guiding the team through Sydney's darkest recent chapters. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner, head in, sound on, lights out. That is the routine, S-O-L-I-Sollypillow.com. That is the routine, S-O-L-I-Sollypillow.com.