This archive report was first published on 1 July 2020.
July 1, 2020 - Nation Media Group has announced plans to lay off some of its journalists in a move that has left many in the industry reeling.
The company cited the COVID-19 pandemic as the reason for the layoffs, stating that the pandemic has had a significant impact on its business.
According to a statement released by the company, the layoffs are a result of the company's decision to transition to a digital platform.
The company stated that this move will lead to a reduction in the number of employees, and that the decision was made with the current circumstances in mind.
"This will lead to a reduction in our workforce. This is a difficult decision, but we have to consider the current situation," the statement read.
The news has sent shockwaves through the journalism community, with many journalists expressing concern about the future of the industry.
"It's true, we've been told that some people will be going. It's been a very difficult month. There's no life left in journalism," a source close to the company said.
The layoffs come just days after Media Max announced plans to lay off around 100 journalists.
