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Brisbane Labor-run community news website criticised as ‘propaganda’ by LNP Lord Mayor
A “community news” website run by Brisbane City Council’s Labor opposition has been criticised by LNP Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner as “political propaganda”.
Key points:
- Brisbane Labor councillors have launched a community news website
- The LNP lord mayor Adrian Schrinner wants them to take it down, labelling it “fake news”
- Experts say the site is an example of websites replacing traditional regional papers
The BrisbaneNow website was launched in late 2020 by opposition councillors, described in its “about” section as a “community-focused news platform for the people of Brisbane”.
The site includes articles criticising the LNP administration for perceived failings in mosquito management and kerbside collection, along “must-do” feature…
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