Big Del
State of Origin Rep
- Apr 22, 2017
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Is freehand drawing included in the skills required for print journos ?
How about craft skills ?
Might be beyond his pay grade ?
Broncos supporter with a Raiders fan in your family?
Is freehand drawing included in the skills required for print journos ?
How about craft skills ?
Might be beyond his pay grade ?
- Sep 8, 2009
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How ironic that a Newscorpse journo comes in here expecting a feel good humerous story from us after their running MO of trashing the club at any turn all the name of clicks…
Xzei
State of Origin Rep
- Mar 13, 2017
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Courier Mail Under Fire for Broncos Clickbait: Peter Badel at the Centre of Controversy
Brisbane, QLD — The Courier Mail’s coverage of the Brisbane Broncos has come under scrutiny, with veteran rugby league journalist Peter Badel facing criticism for what fans are calling “relentless clickbait tactics.”
Supporters have taken to social media in recent weeks to voice their frustration over headlines that promise major revelations about the Broncos, only to deliver content many describe as thin, repetitive, or speculative.
Badel, one of the Courier Mail’s most prominent NRL writers, has long been regarded as a key insider on all things Broncos. But critics argue that his work has shifted from in-depth reporting to sensationalism designed to drive online traffic.
“Every week it’s the same formula — a headline about a Broncos crisis or superstar drama, and then you click through to find little more than recycled quotes or vague rumours,” said one fan on an NRL discussion forum. “It’s more about clicks than journalism.”
Media analysts suggest the trend reflects wider industry pressures. With traditional newspaper sales in decline, outlets like the Courier Mail rely heavily on digital subscriptions and advertising revenue, making attention-grabbing headlines a business necessity.
Defenders of Badel argue he is simply doing his job in a competitive media landscape. “Peter has incredible contacts in rugby league and has broken big stories over the years,” said a former colleague. “But the environment has changed. It’s not the 1990s anymore — the economics of journalism are brutal.”
Still, the tension between audience trust and commercial imperatives remains clear. For Broncos fans — already dealing with the highs and lows of their team’s season — the frustration is less about business models and more about feeling strung along.
As one supporter quipped on X (formerly Twitter): “The Broncos need to fix their attack. The Courier Mail needs to fix theirs too.”
work done for ya print it!
Brisbane, QLD — The Courier Mail’s coverage of the Brisbane Broncos has come under scrutiny, with veteran rugby league journalist Peter Badel facing criticism for what fans are calling “relentless clickbait tactics.”
Supporters have taken to social media in recent weeks to voice their frustration over headlines that promise major revelations about the Broncos, only to deliver content many describe as thin, repetitive, or speculative.
Badel, one of the Courier Mail’s most prominent NRL writers, has long been regarded as a key insider on all things Broncos. But critics argue that his work has shifted from in-depth reporting to sensationalism designed to drive online traffic.
“Every week it’s the same formula — a headline about a Broncos crisis or superstar drama, and then you click through to find little more than recycled quotes or vague rumours,” said one fan on an NRL discussion forum. “It’s more about clicks than journalism.”
Media analysts suggest the trend reflects wider industry pressures. With traditional newspaper sales in decline, outlets like the Courier Mail rely heavily on digital subscriptions and advertising revenue, making attention-grabbing headlines a business necessity.
Defenders of Badel argue he is simply doing his job in a competitive media landscape. “Peter has incredible contacts in rugby league and has broken big stories over the years,” said a former colleague. “But the environment has changed. It’s not the 1990s anymore — the economics of journalism are brutal.”
Still, the tension between audience trust and commercial imperatives remains clear. For Broncos fans — already dealing with the highs and lows of their team’s season — the frustration is less about business models and more about feeling strung along.
As one supporter quipped on X (formerly Twitter): “The Broncos need to fix their attack. The Courier Mail needs to fix theirs too.”
work done for ya print it!
Mightybroncs2k17
NRL Player
- Jan 15, 2017
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How good is old mate coming in here thinking people will he lining up for their 2 mins of fame.
Neck minute he's getting kicked from pillar to pillar and leaves with no story
Neck minute he's getting kicked from pillar to pillar and leaves with no story
Big Del
State of Origin Rep
- Apr 22, 2017
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Well ,,
