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'"Media Monsters: The Transformation of Australia's Newspaper Empires" by Sally Young is a comprehensive and authoritative book that explores the accumulation and deployment of power by Australia's media barons during the mid-20th century. The book highlights the highly concentrated ownership of media in Australia and its impact on democracy, society, and culture. It serves as an essential resource for scholars of Australian history and politics, providing rich biographical details and vivid portraits of influential figures such as Frank Packer and Rupert Murdoch. The book also includes helpful features such as textboxes and tables to enhance accessibility and understanding. Overall, "Media Monsters" sheds light on the historical context and political influence of Australian newspapers and is recommended for anyone interested in Australian politics and history.' (Introduction)

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y Australian Historical Studies vol. 55 no. 3 2024 28720527 2024 periodical issue Abstract 'The article in the Australian Historical Studies journal discusses various topics related to Australian history. It begins with an examination of the corporatization of universities and its impact on the appointment and seniority of history staff in Australian and New Zealand universities. The authors find that academic appointments in history have become more gender balanced, with women matching men in seniority by 2022. The article also explores the historical concept of "terra nullius" and its association with the colonization of Australia. It discusses the under-enumeration of Greeks in Australian censuses during World War I and the discrimination they faced. Additionally, the article delves into the history of birth control among Aboriginal women and the tensions between cultural restoration and women's right to choose. It also examines the role of white women in the development of radio in the 1930s and the representation of Australian space in popular media. The visits of American presidents Herbert Hoover and Lyndon Johnson to Australia are analyzed, highlighting their impact on public opinion and the US-Australian alliance. Lastly, the article explores the history of General Motors-Holden in Australia and the significance of its gold watch reward scheme. The article concludes with a tribute to the late Professor Lyndall Ryan, a renowned historian known for her work on women's and Aboriginal Australian histories.' (Publication summary) 2024
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Book Review : Media Monsters: The Transformation of Australia’s Newspaper Empires Astrid Edwards , 2025 single work review
— Appears in: Media International Australia , February vol. 194 no. 1 2025; (p. 168–169)
— Review of Media Monsters: The Transformation of Australia's Newspaper Empires: By Sally Young Michelle Arrow , 2024 single work review