Spotlight’s scoop of the year nomination was revoked after court heard it paid former Liberal staffer’s rent to secure interview
Seven paid Bruce Lehrmann’s rent and other expenses to secure an interview for its Spotlight program, which was a finalist in the Walkley awards. The awards have now banned chequebook journalism.Seven paid Bruce Lehrmann’s rent and other expenses to secure an interview for its Spotlight program, which was a finalist in the Walkley awards. The awards have now banned chequebook journalism.
Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup The new chair of the Walkley judging board, Sally Neighbour, said the foundation had rewritten the rules and would not condone or reward chequebook journalism. “We are confident these changes reflect and strengthen the Walkleys’ commitment to the highest levels of integrity and excellence in Australian journalism.”Seven claimed its entry had “fully met the entry criteria” for the award as it had disclosed it assisted with accomodation expenses during filming.
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