In this paper, the author argues that despite the formidable challenges, disinformation is an existential threat worthy of tackling, as discerning truth from fiction is fundamental to every consequential decision societies around the world make.

The purpose of conducting this research was to investigate the influence and impacts of technology on the already-existing issue of 'fake news', and subsequently put forward recommendations to counteract it.

This longitudinal survey provides comprehensive findings about young Australians’ news attitudes, practices and experiences. The 2023 survey analysis shows that news plays an important role in young people’s everyday lives and most young people get news from diverse sources.

In 2021, the University of Canberra and the Australian Libraries and Information Association (ALIA) collaborated on a national study of ALIA members’ perceptions of media literacy education, with the view to develop a media literacy short course tailored to their needs. This report summaries the research findings.

The spread of misinformation, disinformation, and mal-information (MDM) online has become one of the most pressing issues of our time. The authors of this report argue that freedom of the press is essential to democratic institutions - such as a free and open debate and public accountability, and therefore it is vital to consider how...