Regional Journalist – Start in Mackay,Cover Stories Across North QLD!
Location:Mackay,QLD

Full-time | Life Publishing Group

Are you passionate about local news and regional storytelling? Ready to immerseyourself in community life and build a meaningful journalism career acrossNorth Queensland?

Life Publishing Group is looking for an enthusiastic, people-focused Journalist tojoin our team. Working under our senior journalist in Mackay, you’ll receiveon-the-ground training.

About the Role:

You’ll be the central point of contact for your community, sourcing stories, attendingevents, and delivering engaging weekly content. You'll work across our Mackay newspaperand magazines Core Life and Tripping Magazine.

Thisis a full-time, in region position.

What We’re Looking For:

- A deep love for regional communities and storytellingA passion for translating on-the-ground reporting into online content acrossmultiple platformsA self-starter with a friendly, approachable and can-do attitudeSomeone excited to be out and about — joining clubs, attending events,



chattingto localsA storyteller who can make anyone feel seen, from pensioners to politiciansComfortable working independently and occasionally outside standard hoursExcellent written communication and interpersonal skillsA basic understanding of what makes a excellent local storyA valid driver's license, car, phone and laptop

Journalism experience or training is ideal but not essential — we’ll train the rightperson.

Responsibilities:

- Writing engaging local news, events, and human-interest stories
- Interviewing a wide range of community members
- Attending and reporting on events and local happenings
- Creating online content such as video reels
- Collaborating with editors, designers, and photographers
- Meeting weekly deadlines

What You’ll Gain:

- Hands-on newsroom training with experienced journalistsA strong portfolio across newspapers and magazinesA supportive team culture with room to growThe satisfaction of seeing your work in print weekly

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