Local publishers confident Labor’s tech levy will proceed despite Trump tariff fears
The Local and Independent News Association has joined a growing group of media executives in expressing confidence that Labor will move forward with its policy plans.
Local and independent publishers have backed industry confidence in Labor’s plans to imminently open talks on the news bargaining incentive, despite concerns the policy could trigger retaliation from the Trump administration.
Claire Stutchbery, executive director of the Local and Independent News Association (LINA), said the industry body understands Labor will soon open its proposal for feedback, even if legislation is not passed before the election.
LINA was established in 2021 following the introduction of the news media bargaining code and now represents more than 90 local and independent news businesses, including Crikey publisher Private Media, Solstice Media, the Murray Bridge News and the Manly Observer.
“LINA’s understanding is that the government is still planning for consultation on the initiative to open shortly, although legislation will not occur until after the election,” Stutchbery told Capital Brief.
