Eric Hunter

Eric Hunter spent 20 years in ABC journalism and program management, followed by a decade as a journalism lecturer at the University of Canberra.

Eric's recent articles

Why doesn't God save the day?

Why doesn't God save the day?

The catastrophic conflict between Israel and the Palestinians (the present “ceasefire” notwithstanding) has done nothing to relieve the centuries-old contradictions that exist between and within our three monotheistic religions: Judaism, Islam and Christianity.

Standards are slipping at the embattled ABC. Here's how it can fix itself

Standards are slipping at the embattled ABC. Here's how it can fix itself

The first time I went into the BBC's Broadcasting House in London (it was 50 years ago), I was struck by the inscription on the foyer wall that encapsulates the corporation's royal charter. It stated the BBC's role was to inform, educate and entertain.

Do the ABC's journalistic standards matter? That's a leading question!

Do the ABC's journalistic standards matter? That's a leading question!

The ABC's integrity could be undermined if its journalists continue to use interview techniques that allow those in power to avoid accountability.

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