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Sports reporter -South West 

Are you ready to make headlines, capture the heartbeat of a region, and be the voice of the community?  

This role is ready-made for a reporter, keen to launch into the world of regional sports reporting in a rich and diverse sports-mad region like the South West. 

Offering the best of city, country and seaside living, this opportunity based in Bunbury will provide a well-rounded stepping stone for a hungry, go-getter reporter 

Are you a passionate storyteller who is hungry for the next big story? Are you community minded, with a keen eye for detail and the gift of the gab? We have exciting opportunities to join our dynamic South West team, which oversees six beloved mastheads produced from four locations: 

• South Western Times
• Bunbury Herald 
• Busselton-Dunsborough Times 
• Harvey-Waroona Reporter 
• Manjimup-Bridgetown Times 
• Augusta-Margaret River Times 

About Us: Seven West Media is Australia’s leading news, sports, and entertainment brand. Our team connects with millions of Western Australians daily through Channel Seven, The West Australian, The Sunday Times, thewest.com.au, PerthNow, 7plus, The Nightly and thegame.com.au.  We’re a diverse, innovative, and collaborative team that loves what we do—and we want you to be part of it!  

Key Responsibilities: As a sports reporter you will have the chance to create high-quality, accurate content that informs, entertains and keeps our audience engaged. You’ll be part of a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, breaking news and developing relationships with key sources. Expect to juggle multiple stories, deadlines and platforms and be prepared for weekend work and the occasional travel. 

What You Bring: 

• Strong writing skills – you’ve got a way with words that makes the news come to life 
• Sharp news sense – You know what’s important and when to go after it 
• Detail oriented – You spot the little things that make all the difference 
• Team player – While you work independently, you also thrive in a collaborative environment 
• Deadline driven – You can juggle multiple tasks with tight turnarounds and stay cool under pressure 
• Flexible hours – From evenings to weekends, you’re adaptable and ready to jump into action. 

Why You Will Love Working Here? 

• An inclusive and diverse workplace where caring for each other is the norm   
• A culture that values respect, collaboration and speaking up  
• Employee health and wellbeing support programs  
• Work Perks program offering discounts on some of the most popular brands 
• Paid parental leave policy   

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your resume and join one of Australia’s most prominent media companies. 

Please note, only applicants with valid Australian work rights will be considered.  

Seven West Media is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. SWM does not accept any unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.