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Changing channels
From a public relations perspective, the fragmentation of media has long been a topic of discussion.
03 March 2010 by Rachel McBryde
Catch 22
Death could be the last real taboo as we discover that there still are stories that the media will not let us tell.
22 October 2009 by Matt Forster | 2 comments
The embargo will not die quietly
As journalists battle it out to feature a story before the rest of the pack - will the embargo become an antiquated practice?
18 September 2009 by Melanie Armstrong
The other side of the fence
As we remember the tragedy that surrounds 9/11 we take a look at it from a journalist’s perspective.
12 September 2009 by Kate Galloway
Lost in translation
Plain English takes on a new meaning in Shanghai campaign.
01 September 2009 by Dom Aldred
Cricket is all about timing
Was it a coincidence that Justin Langer’s dossier came out when it did?
18 August 2009 by Dom Aldred
Is the extra mile sometimes a mile too far?
It’s no secret that there are lessons that public servants can learn from colleagues in the private sector, but can some go too far?
14 August 2009 by Matt Forster
Old versus new in the battle for a scoop
10 August 2009 by Jennie Whitell
Definitely cause for concern
07 August 2009 by Sharron Ashurst
News Corp will be watched very carefully as it announces plans to charge for online content
News Corp will be watched very carefully as it announces plans to charge for online content.
03 August 2009 by Dom Aldred
They work for you - don't they?
31 July 2009 by Matt Forster
A cut too far?
23 July 2009 by Jennie Whitell
Is all publicity good publicity?
As we see Ryanair splashed across the news with its planned introduction of standing spaces on its flights, we ask is all publicity good publicity?
20 July 2009 by Katherine Shenton
A not so secret service?
News that personal details about the life of the next head of MI6, have been removed from a social networking site has caused huge debate.
15 July 2009 by Melanie Armstrong
Leaving the state of indifference behind
A public debate on the region's relationship with alcohol is proving we still have a voice when it matters.
03 July 2009 by Matt Forster
Socially responsible or socially inept?
In these uncertain times you would be forgiven for thinking CSR would drop off many a company's radar. Not so it seems.
22 June 2009 by Jennie Whitell
Put me off my burger
News that Piers Morgan is to front the new eau de toilette from Burger King has attracted attention, but is it the right type of attention?
22 June 2009 by Dom Aldred
PR success for Tourism Queensland
Tourism Queensland has appointed its new Island Caretaker, the competition has been deemed as the "most successful tourism marketing campaign".
20 June 2009 by Tiffany Scott
Making online friends
Online communication has previously been referred to as impersonal but a new report by Datamonitor goes against this.
18 June 2009 by Katherine Shenton
Power to the people?
YouTube is no substitute for knocking on doors, well that's according to Hazel Blears, Communities Secretary but what do you think?
01 June 2009 by Melanie Armstrong
Sorry shouldn't be the hardest word
Sometimes admitting you made a mistake can build real value for a brand.
11 May 2009 by Dom Aldred
T'was ever thus
Language constantly changes and always has done, but are we in a time of accelerated change?
04 May 2009 by Dom Aldred
You already know the answer
As levels of information continue to rise are we in danger of becoming rabbits in our own spotlight?
24 April 2009 by Dom Aldred
When PR stunts go wrong
When PR stunts attract public complaints to the police - isn't it time we brought in the services of a watchdog?
14 April 2009 by Tiffany Scott
But is it art?
Seeking to identify with your audiences is a key element of our business ? but can you go too far?
12 April 2008 by Matt Forster
Could celebrities save our lives?
Celebrities have immense influence over peoples' behaviour - shouldn't they be using it to greater good effect?
03 April 2009 by Katherine Shenton
United we stand
The biggest local government shake-up in 30 years has taken place ? councils now need to tell the people what?s in it for them.
01 April 2009 by Jennie Whitell
Take me to your Facebook Manager
There is a world of valuable information on our audiences out there on Facebook, all it takes is a good ear and a little patience.
31 March 2009 by Matt Forster
Down with predictors of beaconicity
Plain English is on the menu as local authorities are given a list of gobbledegook words that must be banned.
19 March 2009 by Matt Forster
Is the customer always right?
Will online customer reviews of public service really work?
13 March 2009 by Sharron Ashurst
Tomorrow's world
As our children make their voices heard online, we must be prepared to speak the same language if we are to maintain a dialogue in the future.
02 March 2009 by Kate Galloway
Blurring the boundaries
Employees are online with personal opinions that damage both their own and their employers reputations. How do we manage the implications?
24 February 2009 by Matt Forster
Does the public really like being consulted?
Consultation often leaves a bitter taste in everyone's mouth. Could it be that the public doesn't think their views will be listened to?
23 February 2009 by Jennie Whitell