Sally Dusting-Laird

Multiple award-winning and highly organized journalist with experience in managing community engagement and development projects. Worked with various community groups, volunteers, job seekers, the aged care industry, and marginalized groups. Excelled as a TV and newspaper journalist with Australian Associated Press, Canberra press reporter, Herald Sun, and Channel Seven news. Logie award winner for coverage of the Hoddle street massacre. Award-winning trainer in the state Adult Community and Further Education awards, developing a comprehensive training program for junior journalists. Runner-up in the Volunteering Victorian awards hosted at Government House in 2022 in recognition of dedication to community partnerships. Also contribute to community radio as an on-air interviewer while freelancing.

Experienced journalist prepared for impactful storytelling. Strong background in investigative reporting, content creation, and multimedia journalism. Known for team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Skilled in writing, editing, and research with focus on delivering compelling and accurate news. Reliable team player with results-driven mindset.

• Winner Connecting Communities Champions, Tilly Aston Awards Mary Doyle MP, 08/01/24
• Finalist Knox Community Awards Organisation of the Year, Knox City Council, 06/01/24
• Finalist Community Partnerships Award, Volunteering Victoria, 02/01/24
• Runner Up Community Partnerships, 2021
• State Finalist ACFE Learn Local Awards for most outstanding pathways program, 2013
• Nominated Australia Day Award for community work, 2011
• Best New Talent, 2009, Knox City Council
• Finalist in ACE awards for top non-accredited course, 2007, Intro to Journalism
• National award-finalist best Work for the Dole initiative Outstanding Adult Learning Initiative, 2006
• Winner of two Knox Pride Awards, Knox City Council, 2006
• Proud Communication Award
• Most Outstanding Magazine
• Best Young People's Article in a Victorian Community Newspaper
• 2006
• 2007