Has the Nine Network opened its chequebook for the family of the now infamous “Bali boy”? The agent and the network aren’t talking, but network rivals insist it’s been done.
Chequebook journalism
Gawker: We’ll pay $100k for an Apple Tablet
Media gossip site Gawker is sick of the endless speculation and rumours about Apple’s Jesus Reader, and is offering $100,000 for a chance to play with one for an hour.
In defence of chequebook journalism
Paying off people for information and interviews is traditionally looked down upon in the media — but why shouldn’t we reward people for sticking their necks out and providing a scoop? asks journalism professor Edward Wasserman.
How much did Gawker pay for its Balloon Boy exclusive?
Media gossip site and unapologetic fans of chequebook journalism Gawker beat the mainstream media to the weekend’s big scoop with its exclusive “I Helped Richard Heene Plan a Balloon Hoax” — but how much did they pay for the privilege?
Gawker bring back chequebook journalism
Gawker Media — the stable housing Defamer, Lifehacker, Gizmodo et al — will once again offer payment to tipsters based on the amount of pageviews generated by posts based on their tips.
The Hewitts’ $100K baby bonus
Lleyton Hewitt is out of Wimbledon … but a little baby bonus should keep him cheered up. Glenn Dyer reports.
Your Say: Daily Mail readers' feedback: Comments, corrections, clarifications, and c*ckups
The idealistic and angry Brendan Nelson … chequebook journalism and bad news … the US election … Tibet … Patel …
Your Say: Daily Mail readers' feedback: Comments, corrections, clarifications, and c*ckups
Rudd and China … Guy Rundle in the US … market predators … chequebook journalism … organ donation …
New lows in chequebook journalism — a Crikey list
Well done Wayne Carey in conjunction with New Idea, and with grid girlfriend in tow, for marking a new low in cheque book journalism.
