About the role
National Indigenous Times is seeking an experienced Senior Journalist to join our Kimberley bureau, based in Broome.
The Kimberley is a region that continues to shape national conversations, and this role is about ensuring those stories are told by a journalist who is embedded in the community.
You will report on breaking news, community issues, major events and in-depth stories across the Kimberley, building solid relationships with Aboriginal organisations, land councils, native title bodies, community leaders and key stakeholders throughout the region.
Key responsibilities
Report and file a minimum of 12 stories per week across digital platforms
Contribute regularly to the print edition of National Indigenous Times and, when required, Indigenous Business Review
Cover breaking news, court matters, council meetings, community events and major regional issues
Produce in-depth features, community profiles and investigative journalism
Travel throughout the Kimberley, including Derby, Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek, Kununurra and surrounding communities
Capture photography and short-form video content to accompany stories




Publish stories through our content management system and collaborate with the social media team on promotion
Mentor cadets and junior journalists as directed by the Editor
About you
Demonstrated journalism and reporting experience
Strong editorial judgement and the ability to work to daily deadlines
A commitment to ethical, culturally respectful reporting that centres Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices
The ability to work independently while based in a regional bureau
A willingness to travel regularly, including to remote communities
Experience producing multimedia content including photography and video is desirable
Salary negotiable based on experience
The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation.
We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.
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📌 Senior Journalist: National Indigenous Times (Western Australia)
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