Week 12: Writing features

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Research and write a Feature Story for your portfolio. 

The story should demonstrate evidence of research conducted from a number of sources and must contain quotes or audio grabs obtained from interview/s with at least two (2) people. 

Week 12: Writing features

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Research and write a Feature Story for your portfolio. 

The story should demonstrate evidence of research conducted from a number of sources and must contain quotes or audio grabs obtained from interview/s with at least two (2) people. 

Week 8 Writing: Leads & headlines

Headline writing is an art form. Photo: Gareth1953 All Right Now/CC/flickr  

BY RUTH BERAN

Headlines

Headlines are a way of grabbing the reader’s attention. In fact, a study has shown that almost 60 per cent of people will share a link having only read the headline.

Week 7: Story writing, fact checking, editing

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BY RUTH BERAN

First another quick news quiz

Week 4: Writing for social media

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BY RUTH BERAN

The human brain is wired to remember stories. Tell the right story, one that resonates with your audience, and it can build relationships, communities and engagement.

Stories create conversations with your audience, rather than just talking or broadcasting at them.