Journalist

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. 

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

WAtoday continues to deliver on its promise to be a powerful, independent media voice. In joining us you'll play a key role in maintaining our reputation as WA's trusted news source, delivering independent and fearless journalism.

WAtoday is looking for an enthusiastic reporter who wants to take the next step in their career and join our team of skilled journalists at the Nine Publishing masthead based in Perth.

The ideal candidate will have a good contacts book and a demonstrated ability to break news stories that people across WA want to read. The role will cover a variety of rounds, including local government, courts and business.

We are looking for someone who can break news of national significance that will also be published in our sister publications, the Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and the Brisbane Times.

The right person will also write intelligent and well-researched stories about issues such as urban sprawl, planning and design, and the Perth property market.

Day to day you will:

• Break news stories from across WA, including news from the resources industry, civil and criminal court matters, and local government.
• Write impactful and exclusive stories with national relevance, to be shared across Nine's mastheads.
• Produce in-depth coverage of urban planning issues, including topics like urban sprawl and the Perth property market.
• Deliver clean, accurate, and timely copy to meet the fast-paced demands of the newsroom.
• Maintain and develop relationships with key figures across WA’s business, politics, and development sectors to source stories.
• Write numerous stories a week for the news website, ensuring consistency in quality.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a journalist, preferably for a major news organisation.
• Demonstrated knowledge in courts, local government, development and planning and/or property market reporting.
• Proven track record of breaking major news stories and producing well-researched, insightful content.
• A contact book that covers Perth and broader WA, including figures in planning and development and politics, will be beneficial.
• A clear, professional writing style with a demonstrated ability to produce clean, engaging copy.
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced news environment.
• Experience covering urban planning issues, including topics such as urban sprawl, design, and the property market, is highly desirable.

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. 

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

More info at Nine Careers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.