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The Australian Fair copying of this publication is permitted for the purposes of review, research and teaching. Acknowledgements; Writer: Vicki Greer, Designer: FLUXX Enquiries: The Australian Education Resources Department Ph (02) 9288 2348 Fax (02) 9288 2495 Front page Workbook.indd 2 11/02/2008 11:05:45 AM

Table of Contents What s on the Front Page? 4 A Great Front Page has A Great Headline 5 Create A Front Page Story 6 Prime Minister Lost at Sea December 18, 1967 8 Man on the Moon July 22, 1969 10 It s Time! December 4, 1972 12 Cyclone Tracy December 25, 1974 14 From Ayers Rock to Uluru October 26-27, 1985 16 Bicentennial January 26, 1988 18 Mandela is Free February 12, 1990 20 The Death of Diana September 1, 1997 22 A New Millennium January 1, 2000 24 The Sydney Olympics September 15, 2000 26 9/11 September 12, 2001 28 The War on Iraq March 21, 2003 30 Looking at the Front Page Blurbs, Breakouts and Graphics 31 Looking at the Front Page Photos 33 Looking at the Front Page The Main Story 35 Looking at the Front Page Choosing the News 37 Predicting the future 39 3 Front page Workbook.indd 3 11/02/2008 11:05:48 AM

What s on the Front Page? The stories that are the most NEWSWORTHY are chosen to be on the front page. Here is a list of questions that help editors to decide what makes a story or event newsworthy : TIMELINESS is it about events that are happening right now, or news that is of interest to readers right now? UNIQUENESS is it about very unusual events or situations? IMPACT is it about news that will affect a large number of readers? PROMINENCE does it show well-known people or groups of people? SUSPENSE is it about events, such as disasters, where the outcome is not known? CONFLICT is it about people or groups opposing a situation or other groups of people? EMOTIONS is it about or will it create strong feelings such as love, hate, fear, jealousy, horror, pity? IMPORTANCE is it about something important to the reader s life, family, education, health, or well-being? Choose front page stories in your supplement that you think fit each question. Write the story headlines in the boxes provided. Timeliness Uniqueness Impact Prominence Suspense Conflict Emotions Importance Discuss your choices with your class. 4 Front page Workbook.indd 4 11/02/2008 11:05:52 AM

A Great Front Page has A Great Headline A headline always: grabs the attention of the reader contains a verb is eight words or less Think about the things that you did last weekend. List the THREE most interesting things that happened. Next to each event, write a sentence explaining why you chose it. MOST interesting event: I chose this because: SECOND most interesting event: I chose this because: THIRD most interesting event (or maybe the LEAST interesting thing that you did!): I chose this because: Write headlines for each event. Remember that your purpose is to make someone else want to know more about the event. Grab their attention! Headline 1: Headline 2: Headline 3: 5 Front page Workbook.indd 5 11/02/2008 11:05:55 AM

Create A Front Page Story Write a front page news story about the most interesting event. Do you know how to write a news story? People often don t have a lot of time to read the newspaper so it s important to give them the information you want. Don t write a long story. Don t forget to use a picture or graphic of some kind. Make sure your headline really gets your reader s attention. You want to make them read your story and see how important it is. Look at headlines in The Australian and find some examples and give you ideas. Journalists always make sure that they ask people questions about the event and they include what these people have said in the story. This will make your story much more interesting. Write about the MOST important things first and the least important things last. Use this pyramid to plan your story. Most Important point Next most important point Least important point 6 Front page Workbook.indd 6 11/02/2008 11:06:00 AM

Create your front page in this space. 7 Front page Workbook.indd 7 11/02/2008 11:06:03 AM

Prime Minister Lost at Sea December 18, 1967 Imagine that you are the photo editor of this front page. Explain the reasons why you chose the TWO photos that are on this front page: Main Photo: Smaller Photo: 8 Front page Workbook.indd 8 11/02/2008 11:06:08 AM

Who Was Harold Holt? Use the weblinks below to find out more about Harold Holt and his disappearance. http://www.adb.online.anu.edu.au/biogs/a140546b.htm http://www.geocities.com/capitolhill/5557/holt.html http://sunday.ninemsn.com.au/sunday/investigative/case5.asp http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22760801-2862,00.html http://dl.filmaust.com.au/module/1140/ 1. Create a timeline of the important events in his life and career. 2. You have read about different theories about his disappearance. Based on your research, what do you think happened to Harold Holt? Give at least TWO reasons for your answer. 9 Front page Workbook.indd 9 11/02/2008 11:06:11 AM

Man on the Moon July 22, 1969 In 2002, a TV documentary claimed that the moon landing never really happened. Use the following weblinks to find out more about these claims: http://science.nasa.gov/headlines/y2001/ast23feb_2.htm http://www.redzero.demon.co.uk/moonhoax/ http://www.badastronomy.com/bad/tv/foxapollo.html Use the information that you have found to write a Letter to the Editor of The Australian explaining your opinion on this debate. Before you write your letter, take notes on TWO of the websites using these questions: Website ONE: 1. What information does this site give me about the moon landing? 2. Does this site argue that the moon landing DID or DID NOT happen? 3. TWO points on this site that helped me to answer Question 2 are: i. ii. Website TWO: 1. What information does this site give me about the moon landing? 2. Does this site argue that the moon landing DID or DID NOT happen? 3. TWO points on this site that helped me to answer Question 2 are: i. 10 ii. Front page Workbook.indd 10 11/02/2008 11:06:15 AM

Here is a guide to help you write your letter. Some paragraph starters have been included, if you want to use them. Dear Sir or Madam, Some people claim that the 1969 Moon landing did not really happen. I believe that My first reason for having this opinion is Another reason is Yours Sincerely When you have finished writing your letter, complete this checklist: 1. Do you have an opinion or a point of view in your letter? YES / NO 2. Is your point of view clearly explained at the start of your letter? YES / NO 3. Have you given at least TWO reasons to back up your point of view? YES / NO 4. Is there a clear beginning, middle and end? YES / NO 5. Do you think your letter is interesting? YES / NO 6. Have you checked your spelling? YES / NO 11 Front page Workbook.indd 11 11/02/2008 11:06:19 AM

It s Time! December 4, 1972 This front page is unusual because it includes an editorial as well as news stories. Write down the headline of the article on the front page that you think is the editorial. Why did you choose this article? Look at a recent copy of The Australian. Where do you usually find the editorial? Why do you think the editorial was placed on the front page of December 4, 1972? Does the editorial support the Whitlam government? YES / NO List FOUR words or phrases that helped you to decide your answer. 12 Front page Workbook.indd 12 11/02/2008 11:06:23 AM

On November 11, 1975, the Whitlam Government was dismissed, or removed from power. Use the following weblinks to find out more about this event. http://whitlamdismissal.com/overview/ http://www.guardian.co.uk/australia/story/0,12070,727878,00.html http://www.abc.net.au/am/content/2005/s1499063.htm Using the information that you have found, complete the following activity: I should not have been dismissed because Gough Whitlam Whitlam should have been dismissed because Malcolm Fraser 13 Front page Workbook.indd 13 11/02/2008 11:06:30 AM

Cyclone Tracy December 25, 1974 Locate the Oral History page in The Northern Territory Government s Cyclone Tracy Website: http://www.ntlib.nt.gov.au/tracy/advanced/oral/index.html and a webpage about people s experiences during Cyclone Tracy: http://www.abc.net.au/tv/rewind/txt/s1233697.htm What do people remember about the cyclone? Use the information that you have found to complete the boxes below During the cyclone what did they see or hear? How did they try to protect themselves? How did the cyclone affect them or their family? What did they do after the cyclone? 14 Front page Workbook.indd 14 11/02/2008 11:06:34 AM

Locate the Bureau of Meteorology Cyclone Information webpage: http://www.bom.gov.au/weather/cyclone/about/tc-checklist.shtml Use this information to create an information poster to help people living in cyclone areas to know what to do if a cyclone happens. Use the following steps to plan your poster: 1. Decide what the message of your poster will be. Write the message in sentences: 2. Use the space below to plan or do a rough drawing of your poster. 15 Front page Workbook.indd 15 11/02/2008 11:06:38 AM

From Ayers Rock to Uluru October 26-27, 1985 The front page for October 26-27 shows a debate about who the traditional owners of Uluru were. It is now agreed that the Mutiljulu are the traditional owners of Uluru. Read the arguments on the front page of October 26-7, 1985. List the arguments that support the Mutujilu in the space below: 16 Front page Workbook.indd 16 11/02/2008 11:06:42 AM

2005 was the twentieth anniversary of the handover of Uluru to it s traditional owners. Locate the following webpage about the anniversary from the SBS program Living Black : http://www20.sbs.com.au/news/livingblack/index.php?action=proginfo&id=278 This webpage describes what happened during the handover ceremony. Use this information to create a new front page for The Australian for October 28, 1985. The purpose of your front page is to describe the ceremony and why this is an important and special event. Look at the front pages of special events such as the Bicentennial and January 1, 2000 to give you some ideas for your new front page. Your front page should include: Headline Write some ideas for your headline here. Pictures What types of photos or other kinds of graphics could you use? Descriptions of events Take notes on the events here. Interviews or comment What do people say on the webpage about the ceremony? 17 Front page Workbook.indd 17 11/02/2008 11:06:45 AM

Bicentennial January 26, 1988 View the three film clips showing how different groups of Australians celebrated the Bicentennial on The Australian Screen website: http://australianscreen.com.au/titles/australia-daze/ Look carefully at the front page for January 26, 1988. There is a heading Inside: a Day in the life of Australia. Use the information from the clips that you have viewed to create the feature story that goes with the heading. Your story should be about the different events that took place on Australia Day 1988 and what different groups of Australians thought about the Bicentennial. Don t forget to draw or find plenty of pictures to include in your story. Firstly, gather your information: Clip 1 Italian Australians Clip 2 World s Oldest Living Culture Clip 3 Australia s Bicentennial Celebrations 18 Front page Workbook.indd 18 11/02/2008 11:06:50 AM

Use this space to create your story. 19 Front page Workbook.indd 19 11/02/2008 11:06:53 AM

Mandela is Free February 12, 1990 Who is Nelson Mandela? Gather information about Nelson Mandela and take notes under the following headings. Date of birth: Place of birth: Main events of life/career: Achievements: 20 Front page Workbook.indd 20 11/02/2008 11:06:57 AM

Use your notes to create a storyboard for a documentary based on the life of Nelson Mandela in the space below. 21 Front page Workbook.indd 21 11/02/2008 11:07:01 AM

The Death of Diana September 1, 1997 Why was the death of Diana, Princess of Wales a big news story? Discuss this question with your class and write down people s ideas (as well as your own) in this space. Why is she still newsworthy today? Discuss this question with your class and write down people s ideas (as well as your own) in this space. 22 Front page Workbook.indd 22 11/02/2008 11:07:05 AM

Design a memorial Front Page for Diana, Princess of Wales. Your memorial Front Page should show people something important about her life and why she should be remembered. Don t forget to spend some time researching Diana s life and work to give you ideas. Design your memorial Front Page in this space. Write an explanation of your memorial Front Page in this space why did you choose this design? 23 Front page Workbook.indd 23 11/02/2008 11:07:08 AM

A New Millennium January 1, 2000 New Year s Eve 1999 was, for many people a very special celebration. People around the world celebrate New Year s Eve in different ways and sometimes at different times. Find out about these New Year celebrations. Celebration Who celebrates this? When is this celebrated? Tan Nos Galan Spring Festival Nouruz Tet Nguryen Dan Ano Nuevo Rosh Hashanah Shougatsu Hogmanay Chaul Chnam Thmey Sylvesterabend 24 Diwali Front page Workbook.indd 24 11/02/2008 11:07:13 AM

Choose ONE of the New Year Celebrations on page 24. Create a Party Pack to celebrate a traditional New Year for that culture. Your Party Pack should include: A list of events that will happen. A menu of special or traditional foods/drinks. An invitation that reflects the kind of celebration that will be happening and lets your guests know what to wear. Use the planning guide below to get started. The New Year celebration I have chosen is: Which comes from: What events happen during the celebration? List at least 2 special foods that are eaten. Are special clothes worn? If so, what are they? Use this space to plan your invitation. 25 Front page Workbook.indd 25 11/02/2008 11:07:16 AM

The Sydney Olympics September 15, 2000 What do you know about the Sydney Olympics? Locate the official website of the International Olympic Committee and Sydney 2000 and answer the questions below about the Sydney Olympics. http://www.olympic.org/uk/games/past/index_uk.asp?olgt=1&olgy=2000 http://www.gamesinfo.com.au/ How many athletes took part in the Sydney Olympics? What did Birjit Fischer achieve in Sydney? How did Steven Redgrave make history during the Sydney Olympics? How many countries sent teams to Sydney? How many volunteers took part? How many people in the media covered the Olympics? How many people took part in the torch relay? Where was the Olympic torch lit? Why was it lit in this place? THREE sports were part of official Olympic competition for the first time in Sydney. What were they? 1. 2. 3. 26 Front page Workbook.indd 26 11/02/2008 11:07:20 AM

Use the information that you have found to create a webpage or Powerpoint presentation on the Sydney Olympics for primary school students. Use the spaces below to plan your work. 27 Front page Workbook.indd 27 11/02/2008 11:07:23 AM

9/11 September 12, 2001 Heroes of September 11 When the World Trade Centre was attacked, hundreds of police, firefighters, ambulance officers and other emergency workers rushed to the scene. 442 of these people died. Many others worked hard to clear the site after the collapse and to find victims. Locate the website: Heroes of 9/11: the Photos http://www.fema.gov/kids/nse/photo_911.htm Discuss with your class: What makes a hero? Write down the qualities that you think make a person heroic. Do you think that everyday people can be heroic? How? Choose TWO of the photos on the website that could be used for a feature story on Heroes of September 11. Write a caption for each photo and the reasons why you chose each photo. Photo One My caption: I chose this photo because: Photo Two My caption: I chose this photo because: 28 Front page Workbook.indd 28 11/02/2008 11:07:28 AM

Rebuilding on the site of the World Trade Centre has been a controversial issue. Some people do not think that anything should be built except for a memorial to those people who died. Others believe that the site must be rebuilt. Think about the arguments FOR and AGAINST rebuilding at Ground Zero. Discuss these with your class and write them in the spaces below: FOR NEW BUILDINGS AGAINST NEW BUILDINGS Rebuilding on the site is underway. Find out what will be built at Ground Zero by following this link: http://www.renewnyc.com/theplan/memorial.asp When you visit this website, find the link to the Museum and Memorial. There is a slideshow that shows you the Memorial that will be built. Look at the slideshow. Some people have the criticised it while others think that it will be a fitting or good memorial. Who do you agree with? Give specific reasons for your response. 29 Front page Workbook.indd 29 11/02/2008 11:07:31 AM

The War on Iraq March 21, 2003 Debate: Should Australia withdraw troops from Iraq? After the November 24, 2007 Federal Election, new Prime Minister Kevin Rudd said that he would keep his promise to take Australian troops out of Iraq. What do you think about this? Ask other people what they think about this. Use the Internet to find out what the arguments are for and against war in Iraq. Complete the following mindmaps based on your research. FOR AGAINST 30 Front page Workbook.indd 30 11/02/2008 11:07:35 AM

Looking at the Front Page Blurbs, Breakouts and Graphics The Front Page contain more than just news stories and photos. The Masthead is the name of the newspaper that appears at the top of the front page. Paste or copy The Australian s masthead into this space. List THREE pieces of information that the Masthead contains: 1. 2. 3. A Blurb can appear just below the masthead. This gives information about other stories inside the newspaper. Paste or copy the blurb from a copy of The Australian here: Name THREE features or parts of the Blurb. Next to each feature, explain why it is part of the blurb: 1. One feature of a blurb is: The purpose of this feature is: 2. Another feature of a blurb is: The purpose of this feature is: 3. Another feature of a blurb is: The purpose of this feature is: Explain why it is important to include the blurb on the front page: 31 Front page Workbook.indd 31 11/02/2008 11:07:38 AM

A Breakout is a small item that gives extra information about a story. Find a breakout on the front page of a copy of The Australian. Paste or copy it here. Find a story on the front page that does NOT have a breakout. Create one for this story. Look through your copy of The Australian for different examples of breakouts to give you ideas. Design your breakout here: 32 Front page Workbook.indd 32 11/02/2008 11:07:43 AM

Looking at the Front Page Photos Everything in a newspaper is there because someone has chosen it or made the decision for it to be there. These choices include: 1. What stories are reported. 2. How the story is reported. 3. How long or short the story will be. 4. Where the story will placed in The Australian. 5. What (if any) photos will be printed with the story. 6. How large or small the photo will be. The choices about photos have a lot to do with the PURPOSE of the photo in other words why is the photo there? Here are four words which describe the different purposes of photographs in The Australian. Write the meaning of each word in the lines below. Find a photo in The Australian that matches the purpose. inform entertain persuade express 33 Front page Workbook.indd 33 11/02/2008 11:07:46 AM

Look at today s front page photo in your copy of The Australian. Don t worry about the headline or the story just look at and think about the photo. What is the photo telling you about today s front page event or issue. (Remember dont read the story) Imagine that you are the Pictorial Editor of The Australian. Explain why you chose this photo for the front page. Use details from the photo and the story to support your arguments. 34 Front page Workbook.indd 34 11/02/2008 11:07:50 AM

Looking at the Front Page The Main Story The main story appears above the fold on the front page. Write down THREE things about this news story that shows you that it is the main story of the day: 1. 2. 3. The basic parts of a news story are that it tells you who, what, when, where, why and how. Read the main story of today s paper and complete this table. Headline: who? what? when? where? why? how? 35 Front page Workbook.indd 35 11/02/2008 11:07:53 AM

Read one of the smaller news stories on the front page. Rewrite the story, including the headline, to make it the main story of the day. Include a suggestion or sketch of a photo. Headline: 36 Front page Workbook.indd 36 11/02/2008 11:07:58 AM

Looking at the Front Page Choosing the News News Conference What goes on the front page of a newspaper is decided in a series of news conferences or meetings throughout the day. These meetings decide what will be reported in the paper and where each story will be placed. These decisions are made on the news value of each story. Using a copy of The Australian, choose what you think are the THREE most important stories reported on that day. Give a reason for your choice. 1. Story: I think this is the most important story because: 2. Story: I think this is the second most important story because: 3. Story: I think this is the third most important story because: Class or pair discussion: Who chooses what s important in the news? What do these choices reflect or show us about the newspaper? 37 Front page Workbook.indd 37 11/02/2008 11:08:01 AM

Read pages 2 and 3 of your copy of The Australian. Choose THREE stories in this part of the paper. Explain why you think each story was NOT chosen to be on the front page. Story One: Headline: This is NOT a front page story because: Story Two: Headline: This is NOT a front page story because: Story Three: Headline: This is NOT a front page story because: Is there a story in this part of the paper that you think SHOULD have been placed on the front page? Headline: This is SHOULD HAVE BEEN a front page story because: 38 Front page Workbook.indd 38 11/02/2008 11:08:05 AM

Predicting the future Guess what will be on the front page of The Australian tomorrow. To find out what the top stories of the day are go to www.theaustralian.news.com.au to help you make your prediction. Design your front page here. 39 Front page Workbook.indd 39 11/02/2008 11:08:08 AM

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