Gemma Jones and Sean Fewster crowned Sir Keith Murdoch Journalist of the Year
Lachlan Murdoch: 'We remain guided by the one thing that will, as human beings, set us free: the truth.'
The Advertiser’s Gemma Jones and Sean Fewster have been named joint winners of the 2025 Sir Keith Murdoch Journalist of the Year, recognised for their dogged reporting and editorial leadership at News Corp’s 21st annual News Awards.
Presented by News Corp Chair Lachlan Murdoch at last night’s Sydney event, the award honours outstanding journalism and is named after Sir Keith Murdoch, the founder of News and grandfather of Lachlan.
“We remain guided by the one thing that will, as human beings, set us free: the truth,” Murdoch told the audience.
“To find that truth, our reporters demonstrate determination, perseverance and courage. It isn’t always easy. But it does always matter.”
Jones and Fewster were recognised for On The Nose – The David Speirs Video Exclusive, a months-long investigation into the former South Australian Opposition Leader that also claimed Scoop of the Year.
The Advertiser’s success continued, taking home Brand of the Year - cementing the Adelaide newsroom’s reputation as one of the country’s most formidable editorial teams.
