JOUR602 Week 1 2025

What was the name of New Zealand's first newspaper

• The New Zealand Herald
• The Wellington Times
• The Auckland Observer
• The New Zealand Gazette

Which of the following is NOT a key function of journalism in New Zealand?

• Holding those in power accountable

• Providing a platform for public debate

• Censoring information deemed controversial

• Informing the public about current events

According to recent research, what is a significant challenge facing New Zealand's journalism industry in 2025?​ ​ (a)  

• Digital transformation and monetization of content
• Overproduction of news content
• Increasing public trust in media
• Excessive government funding

Reorder the following from the earliest

• Launch of the first streaming service by a major network

• First regular television transmission

• Laying of the Pacific telegraph cable

• Introduction of digital transmission for television

• Introduction of high-definition and wider screen formats

Match the following journalistic function with the corresponding description: Investigating and reporting on government and corporate actions​ ​ (a)  

• Watchdog
• Observer
• Spectator
• Bystander

Match the following journalistic function with the corresponding description:​ Agenda-setting ​ (a)  

• Determining which issues receive public attention
• Creating fictional stories
• Reporting on celebrity gossip
• Fact-checking political speeches

What do you think is the most important role of journalism in New Zealand today? Please submit one or two key words you believe capture the essence of journalism's significance. We will create a word cloud from your responses to visualize the collective perspective on this topic.