Fiktiv Australia - The Sunday Times

The Sunday Times, owned by News Corp, is a tabloid Sunday newspaper printed in Perth and distributed throughout Western Australia. Founded as the The West Australian Sunday Times, it was renamed The Sunday Times from 30 March 1902.

Established by Frederick Vosper and Edward Ellis in 1897, The Sunday Times became a vehicle for Vosper's harassment of C. Y. O'Connor and the Fremantle Harbour works, the Goldfields Water Supply Scheme, and Perth's deep sewerage project, from 1898 until O'Connor's death by suicide in 1902. A subsequent government inquiry found no justification for Vosper's campaign against O'Connor.

The paper was purchased from Vosper's estate by James MacCallum Smith and Arthur Reid in 1901. In 1912 MacCallum Smith became sole proprietor and managing director, remaining in that role until 1935, as well as being a member of the Western Australian Legislative Assembly for 20 years. A. T. Chandler succeeded J. E. Webb as editor around 1920, and was an effective promoter of MacCallum Smith's secessionist views.

In 1935, a syndicate led by Jack Simons and including Victor Courtney and mining entrepreneur Claude de Bernales purchased Western Press Limited, the publisher of the paper, for £55,000. Simons was chairman and managing director until his death in 1949 when Courtney took control. In 1955 Courtney sold Western Press to Rupert Murdoch's News Limited.

For over 120 years people have been relying on The Sunday Times as a trusted source of news and information. The newspaper has grown with the State and continually evolved giving readers what they want from one year to the next. With readers coming from a large variety of demographic groups, no other medium can compete when looking at market penetration on a Sunday, week in week out.

With a selection of colour liftouts, there is something to suit everyone in The Sunday Times. No matter what target market you are aiming at, you can be guaranteed that The Sunday Times has a section that your customers are reading. Newscolor technology guarantees the best colour reproduction of any newspaper in Western Australia, so perfect colour advertisements can be delivered every Sunday.

With Sunday now being the main day for many Western Australians to relax and enjoy life, The Sunday Times will continue to deliver readers for advertisers in all target markets.

Sections:
EGN
A dedicated team of award-winning reporters and photographers present up-to-the-minute news in a concise and clear style. The Sunday Times is committed to covering the news, issues and events that affect West Australians and their daily lives and hip pockets. Whether it's increases in bus fares, the development of tidal power in Derby, the Federal Budget or the struggle in the Middle East, The Sunday Times, backed by the vast resources of News Corp bureaus around the globe, will be there. Comprehensive coverage of the latest local, national and international news is supported by analysis and opinion from expert commentators. Readers are encouraged to have their say in shaping the news through "your voice'' our expanded letters to the editor page. Whether it's the results of weekend auctions, obituaries or in-depth News Review reads on the stories behind the stories, The Sunday Times has it covered. Readers who want to be kept informed, or stay one step ahead, only need The Sunday Times WA's only complete weekend news package.

Business
The Sunday Times award-winning business section has up-to-the-minute news and information vital for every investor. Respected financial adviser shares his expert knowledge every week on topics ranging from superannuation to "mum and dad" share issues that everyone should read. Top stockbrokers provide insiders' advice and tips on the stocks to buy and sell. State One Stockbroking provides a rundown of each week's winners and losers on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX), and we also give you the latest news from Wall Street, the overnight figures on the Nikkei out of Tokyo, the FTSE 100 out of London and the technology-dominated Nasdaq out of New York. We review the top business books in Book Cents, and Talking Shop takes you inside the boardrooms around town and gives you the lowdown word on what's happening in the business world. Plus, we track gold, the ASX and the dollar, and report on the issues that matter.

Sport
NO one gets closer to the action than The Sunday Times. With so many events televised live by free-to-air and pay television, readers know the score. They want more than results. Our strengths are:
The Sunday Times is the official AFL newspaper in WA. All supporters are catered for during the season regardless of which team they support. Every club, every Sunday.
A comprehensive six-page wrap of racing around the nation each Sunday.
If it's a cricket, rugby league or union Test, World Cup soccer match or a Grand Slam tennis tournament anywhere in the world, we have access to the best reporters and photographers nationally and internationally.
And we recognise the importance of WA sport, with specialists covering local hockey, basketball, rugby union, soccer, lacrosse, tennis, yachting, bowls, surfing and fishing.

For the best coverage of news, features and results (locally, nationally and internationally) enhanced by photographs that capture the emotion behind the story... The Sunday Times is your winning team.

ChillOut!
ChillOut! is an interactive lifestyle liftout for the teen and pre-teen market. It features up-to-date news, information and interviews about youth trends, including music, movies, television, books, toys and other merchandise. Regular segments such as Back Chat, Drawings and Pen Pals provide a forum for young people to express themselves, while the host of competitions, giveaways and comic strips have attracted a wider readership, encompassing all ages. ChillOut! bridges the generation gap, encouraging family interaction and offering a window on the ever-changing world of popular youth culture. It also makes a strong visual impact with the use of bold pictures and its comic-book style presents the stories in an easy-to-follow format. Readership feedback is strong and supportive with enormous response from young people to ChillOut! competitions and promotions. And parents also get in the act, often expressing delight when their children's letters and drawings are published.

CARSguide
Thinking of buying a new car, or even trading up to a better secondhand model? CARSguide is a must. In one comprehensive liftout, CARSguide gives you all the latest news on cars, trucks and motorcycles. There are in-depth road tests of new models carried out on Western Australian roads and conditions to give you comprehensive details about your next car and allow you to compare different models. It covers all aspects of vehicles, including four-wheel-drive tests and the latest in high-performance machines. We also give you details of upcoming models, what's happening overseas, and updates on the state and national automotive club scene. Used-car buyers have a run down on models, complete with tips on buying and prices you'd expect to pay. New products are also explored in a handy guide of what's in the market, from books to videos, oils to spanners. The truck section looks at innovations in the industry, trucks and equipment, and the latest news from Australia and overseas. There is also WA's most comprehensive motorcycle coverage in On2Wheels. There's an expanded sport section covering all the local and international reports on motorcross, MotoGP, superbikes and more. News on the latest motorcycles, a look at accessories, and comprehensive road tests of a wide range of motorcycles feature over three pages each week. Whatever your desire on two, four or more wheels, CARSguide should not be missed.

CareerOne
The tabloid CareerOne liftout carries thousands of jobs at all levels and in all types of businesses. Editorial coverage of IT, career advice and industry issues are included in this colour capable tabloid liftout.

Body + Soul
body+soul is a unique lifestyle section appearing weekly in The Sunday Times. body + soul covers relationship issues, takes a candid and intelligent approach to sexuality, is keen to raise issues of importance to the many men reading, plus reporting on developments in the world of mainstream and holistic medicine. Unique to the Western Australia, body + soul covers lifestyle issues relating to both male and female readers in the one publication.

home magazine
The Sunday Times welcomes readers to home every Sunday, inviting them to come in and explore all there is to offer in the world of home building and more importantly, how to make their house a home through use of interior design and decor. A full-colour magazine targeting homeowners and homebuyers, particularly those about to purchase a new home, home prides itself on providing the information, as well as the inspiration, readers are after. Acting as a valuable source of building knowledge, suppliers and a continual reference point for those embarking on their endeavour to achieve the home of their dreams, home is indispensable. We have the inside info on the latest building trends, design ideas, tips and gadgets to help you make the right decisions. Our Open For Inspection is the most comprehensive listing of new homes in WA and has already established itself as a must-have for people wanting to build. And our reviews of the latest display homes are essential reading for those in the home-building market. The home's standout design features, clearly marked floor plans and detailed coloured pictures make home's display reviews the best in the state. Each week home invites you inside some of Perth's award-winning houses and introduces you to the people behind the vision who share their building experiences. And we take you outside to show how to create gorgeous gardens that take advantage of our idylic lifestyle, as well as rescue those readers who are lacking a green thumb.

Prestige Property
Reaching the affluent residents in Perth's most sought-after suburbs has always been difficult. With the introduction of Prestige Property, a unique liftout in The Sunday Times, it has become possible. Prestige Property is a high-quality 24-page, full-colour liftout, devoted to these clients. This new weekly publication will only be distributed in the Western Suburbs and other surrounding areas nestled along the picturesque Swan River - a desirable audience for many advertisers. Given the affluent nature of these selected suburbs and the growing interest in real estate, Prestige Property is the ideal way to appeal to this exclusive market.

RealEstate
Our RealEstate section has it all. Plenty of houses to suit all tastes and budgets, from investor specials to million-dollar mansions. RealEstate writer will walk you through homes ranging from cute and cosy to absolutely luxurious. The reader steps with the writer through the front door and as he strolls through the house, peering into bathrooms, admiring kitchens and enjoying the view from balconies. Her articles are backed up by photographs taken by The Sunday Times photographic staff. Suburban snapshot takes a look at a specific suburb, assessing its appeal for would-be buyers and existing residents alike. It includes information on schools, shops and other services - and once again is backed up with a range of photographs taken by The Sunday Times experienced photographers using top-of-the-range digital cameras. Hot Property has snippets about the buying and selling of real estate among the rich and famous - or highlights properties that are just a little different. Your Mortgage keeps you up to date with the best deals to be had from the top banking organisations, whether you're looking for a basic variable rate or a fixed five-year term. We even work out how much basic monthly repayments are. Our Top Tips panel gives our readers exactly that, whether it's tax-time information or how to find an investment property. And we focus on that important lifestyle choice with Country Life. In fact, there's something for everyone.

STM
STM is a weekly quality lifestyle magazine the West Australian marketplace has been asking for, inserted into every copy of The Sunday Times. It’s quintessentially WA – about your town, your life, your leisure. STM is the ultimate weekend read and what better day to have a good read than a Sunday?! The home of insightful, revealing and in-depth feature writing on WA and further a field, our leading journalists connect readers with the people in the news and those that inspire from WA and beyond. In-depth features on music and movies are complimented by authoritative reviews. Book reviews, writers on writing and authors’ thoughts make STM a haven for book lovers and for those into the art scene, the world of dance, theatre and art will come alive every week. STM also covers food, wine and fashion – there’ll be delicious ideas for dinners at home, where to go when it’s time to eat out for that special occasion or for casual meals with friends. STM will tell you where to find the labels, local designers and new seasons’ style guides to get that international look on the streets of Perth. STM’s coverage of movies, music, books, arts, food and fashion keeps readers in touch, while Perth Confidential will be the social pages to be seen in, combining the great social occasion and the gossip. 7 Days is the definitive guide to what’s on around Perth, jam-packed with music, theatre, arts, family entertainment, news and reviews. A brief synopsis of every movie is listed along with live music, local theatre, exhibitions and more. 7 Days is the perfect planner to the week ahead.

ReadersMART
The Sunday Times ReadersMART has built up a loyal following over the years. It is a must for anyone who is buying, selling or just curious because you'll find just about anything within our pages. Back when ReadersMART started in May 1962, there were 20,000 advertisements. Today, it boasts up to 155,000 lines of classified advertising every week. Up to 135 of The Sunday Times staff compile ReadersMART using the latest technology and handle around 8000 calls weekly. Our ReadersMART section is backed up by a weekly testimonial within the news pages of The Sunday Times each week and we've got plenty of happy customers out there more than pleased to share their enjoyable selling experiences through ReadersMART. In 1962, the buys to be found within the pages of ReadersMART included a 1955 Austin Healey and a wedding dress for $20. Today, you'll find the bargains are still coming. There's a caravan and camping section, one for pets, for poultry, for computers and games, and even one for garden sheds. And if you're looking for garage sales, look no further. We have so many listings, there's a good chance of finding one a short drive from home. If you're planning to hold a garage sale, again, look no further. We'll provide you with a FREE garage sale kit to make sure your sale is a success. So whether you want to sell or buy, whether you're looking for anything from a trailer to a trampoline, ReadersMART is the place to be.

tvguide
It's the week's complete guide to television viewing in an easy-to-follow format, all contained in a stylish glossy A4 magazine, which makes it perfect for the coffee table. Each week feature stories provide in-depth reading on a local or overseas television personalities. The week's major programs are all reviewed providing television viewers with a must-see guide for the week. An easy to read program guide includes programming from every station including Channels 2, 7, 9 and 10 and community station West TV and country stations GWN7, Southern Cross Nine and WIN. To make cross-referencing a breeze each day's programs are followed by the same day's movie guide. Highlights from each days television viewing are included on the movie pages enabling viewers to easily plan their evening's television watching. For those occasions when viewers want to enjoy a video or DVD from time to time, reviewer Shannon Harvey takes a look at the latest releases on DVD and video. A favourite for tvguide readers has always been the yoursay letters page which gives them the chance to offer bouquets and brickbats to the television stations and ask questions about television. And what would Sunday be without the tvguide crossword to gently test readers' knowledge about the people and programs that contribute to the world of television? tvguide - your essential guide to this week's TV viewing.

Travel
The Sunday Times Travel section has always led the field in Western Australia with the latest on holiday news and the top packages and prices from the State’s leading producers and sellers. Travel has always been dedicated to providing readers with the most relevant and up to date travel news and information. Covering some of the world’s most exotic and action-packed destinations, Travel not only explores overseas destinations, but takes a good look at what Australia and WA has to offer. The Sunday Times Travel section has been attracting regular advertisers for many years, proving that readers are choosing The Sunday Times when hunting for holiday destinations.