Angela Ross

Angela Ross is an academic and Research Lead for ABC News. She has extensive experience at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) since October 2002, focusing on strategic research collaborations and the development of solutions for the common good. Key projects include serving as Lead Partner Investigator for the Australian Local News Resilience Project (2023-2026) and roles that assess the impact of regional and local news content. Angela has contributed to several initiatives, including co-producing the Bright Side email newsletter and leading a solutions journalism pilot project. The academic background includes a PhD in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Tasmania and positions as an honorary fellow and university associate at Deakin University and the University of Tasmania, respectively. Prior professional experience includes journalism roles at ABC and regional media complemented by a strong educational foundation in communications and journalism.