Rupert Murdoch
Media manipulation a threat to our democracy
Our media has suffered greatly because of the manipulation by powerful overlords with a political axe to grind. Democracy and media independence are continually at risk, and we can only hope that our version of them survives.
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Murdoch family case
News Corp shareholder rallies support to weaken Murdoch grip
A major shareholder is bidding to shake the tree and change the status quo at News Corp.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Murdochs’ real-life Succession stand-off: What you need to know
A two-week blockbuster trial to decide the future control of some of the world’s most famous news brands starts this week.
- by Calum Jaspan
As succession battle looms, James Murdoch endorses Kamala Harris
Rupert Murdoch is seeking to alter a family trust to ensure Lachlan remains in control after his death to preserve the media businesses as a conservative force.
- by Edward Helmore
Murdoch family fights attempt to televise Succession-style legal battle
A petition has been filed to televise the proceedings of the Murdoch family’s blockbuster two-week trial about the direction of its media empire.
- by James Warrington
Opinion
Divorce
If only Ben and Jennifer had followed my divorcee’s guide to marriage
Divorce is always monumentally unpleasant. I’ve tried it, and I rate it zero stars. But there is an excellent way to avoid it.
- by Kerri Sackville
Opinion
Opinion
Why this could be Murdoch’s last chance to sell Foxtel
Foxtel’s cable business has been ‘Netflixed’ by the tsunami of streamers, and having demurred from a deal in 2020, News Corporation can’t afford to knock back suitors this time around.
- by Elizabeth Knight
Bolt’s ultimatum: I’ll quit if James Murdoch wins succession battle
The high-profile conservative columnist says he’ll walk if James Murdoch takes over News Corp.
- by Calum Jaspan
Opinion
Inheritance
How to ruin a family with one quick court case
As Rupert Murdoch attempts to set his legacy using his family trust, thousands of Australians are following suit. So, who gets to keep what – and why does it matter?
- by Jenna Price
Lachlan Murdoch hosts Albanese, Dutton, billionaires amid real-life succession drama
The chair of News Corp and Fox Corp hosted an event celebrating the 60th anniversary of The Australian on behalf of his 93-year-old father, Rupert Murdoch.
- by Calum Jaspan and James Massola
Opinion
Media & marketing
Rupert Murdoch’s attempt to rule from the grave is stranger than fiction
Through the decades, the media billionaire has been no stranger to taking risks – but this latest roll of the succession dice is next level.
- by Elizabeth Knight