Former University of Canberra journalism student Molly Shannon has taken an unconventional path into the industry, leaving university in 2025 to pursue a full-time role at her local newspaper in Coonabarabran, NSW.
Now approaching two years in regional journalism, Molly shares her experiences breaking into the industry, learning on the job and navigating the challenges and rewards of working in regional media.
Listen to the full interview with Molly below.