Federal council is the main forum where rank-and-file members of the MEAA can be represented in the making of important decisions by the union and in holding the MEAA's full-time officials accountable, so it is crucial that you vote to have a democratic voice on the council from Victoria now that the state branch council has been abolished.
I offer you experienced, dedicated and independent representation on Federal Council.Fifteen years as a full-time newspaper journalist and MEAA member has given me a comprehensive understanding of the issues confronting our industry and this occupation.
Currently employed at the Melbourne bureau of The Australian Financial Review, my previous experience includes stints as industrial reporter with the Herald Sun; as a member of the Canberra Press Gallery with the News Limited bureau; Australian Associated Press; and suburban and regional newspapers. I am the author of Radio City: The First 30 Years of 3RRR (The Vulgar Press, 2006).I was a member of the national negotiating committee for the News Limited metropolitan dailies EBA in 2002.
As we face increasing concentration of media ownership, growing casualisation of the workforce, and the uncertainty of the new online environment, our union needs strong and experienced representation.
You may have received a leaflet in the mail directing you how to vote, and advising a vote against me. I don't intend to dictate how people should vote.
However, when considering how to vote for all positions - including state and federal vice-presidents - I urge you to approach the task with an open mind and to carefully weigh up all candidates' biographies and statements before making your decision.
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