Let’s take a short trip over the border to Queensland for this one..
This particular article was quite entertaining. It differs from the ‘traditionally’ structured news stories that we see on a regular basis in print journalism.
The article discusses the issues with the Queensland Governments’ recent policy to protect their land from land clearing and logging, but it plays on the politicians ‘throwing around’ of the term ‘pristine‘ in relation to the forests. The article captures attention instantly, not only through the headline – ‘Pristine forests protected’, but also the lead. Take a look:
“When is an adjective a definition?
Quite entertaining right?
I actually had a little giggle when reading it…
What makes this story so interesting I believe, is the angle that the reporter, Amy Remeikis, has used. Rather then writing a traditional story that informs the reader of the policy and the actions that will now be taken because of the ‘pristine’ label, she has conveyed the ambiguity behind the whole idea. I reeeeeeaaallly like this. It’s gutsy, entertaining, daring… Refreshing!
Whilst the article is entertaining, it also has a seriousness about it. It discusses the The Vegetation Management Framework Amendment Bill, and the discussion that has taken place between politicians regarding this policy, incorporating the opinions of opposing politicians throughout the article. The tone however, suggests that the politician that labelled ‘pristine parks’, Minister of National Parks (QLD) Steve Dickson, is being mocked. The comparison of opinions shows this, and so does the way in which the article is written.
The article addresses a major and current issue in an alternate way to what most stories like this one would be written. It is different and really captures the attention of the reader as it has a humorous and informal tone.
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