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About the IT Journalism Awards

MediaConnect is proud to announce the 8th Annual IT Journalism Awards, recognising excellence in IT media and journalism throughout Australia and New Zealand in 2009.

Where: Star City Casino, Pyrmont, Sydney
When: Friday 16th April, 2010
Who: Over 300 IT journalists, vendors and PR professionals

2008 Winners


Best Title
The Australian Financial Review

Best Journalist
Darren Yates

Best News Journalist
Mahesh Sharma

Best News Title
The Australian

Best Business Magazine
MIS Australia
Highly commended - Australian Anthill

Best Consumer Magazine
CHOICE Computer
Highly commended - Popular Science

Best Media Website
News.com.au/Technology
Highly commended - PC Authority Online

Best Audio Program
The Scoop
Highly Commended - Risky Business

Best Video Production
Good Game
Highly Commended - CHOICE Computer and CyberShack

Best Gaming Coverage
Australian 360

Best Industry Coverage
ARN
Highly commended - The Australian Financial Review

Best Business Technology Coverage
The Australian Financial Review
Highly commended - The Australian

Best Personal Technology Coverage
PC Authority (Print)
Highly commended - Atomic

Best New Journalist
Jonathan Crossfield

Best Gaming Journalist
Ben Croshaw
Highly commended - Maurice Branscombe

Best Business Technology Journalist
Simon Sharwood

Best Technology Industry Journalist
Ben Woodhead
Highly commended - Angus Kidman

Best Consumer Technology Journalist
Rosalyn Page
Highly commended - Angus Kidman

Best Columnist
David Braue
Highly Commended - Simon Sharwood

Best Reviewer
Darren Yates

Best Technical Journalist
Darren Yates
Highly Commended - Ashton Mills

Best PR Professional
Pru Quinlan

The Lizzies Blog

Sun Microsystems IT Journalism Awards launched

MediaConnect is today announcing the categories for the eighth annual Sun Microsystems IT Journalism Awards and the ongoing support of foundation sponsors Sun Microsystems and Watterson Marketing Communications.

"We're delighted that both Sun and Watterson are coming on board for the eighth consecutive year," said MediaConnect CEO Phil Sim. "On behalf of the community I thank both those companies for their ongoing support because without it, these awards would not be possible."

AFR and Yates win Gold Lizzies


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Sun Microsystems

When Sun Microsystems Inc. sold its first Australian computer system to Sydney University more than 20 years ago, it laid the foundation for what is today one of Australia's most successful information technology companies. Founded in 1982, Sun Microsystems Inc. is ranked 194 in the Fortune 500 and is credited with creating many of the technologies that make the Internet the powerful tool it is today. By developing innovative technologies that underpin the Internet and business networks, Sun encourages people to join the Participation Age. This new era supports sharing and collaboration where participants improve opportunities for all.

For more information, please visit www.sun.com.au

“As the sponsor of the IT Journalism Awards for six consecutive years, Sun is really excited to continue supporting this annual event where the best of technology journalism in Australia is rightfully celebrated and honoured.

The IT media community is vital to the ongoing communication of the rapidly changing technology industry and the benefit it can deliver to the consumer, business and education markets,”

Andrew Goodlace, Managing Director, ANZ, Sun Microsystems

 

 

 

 

 

Watterson Marketing Communications

Watterson Marketing Communications develops effective communication programs that enable clients to raise the profile of their company, products and services among target markets. With proven expertise in business and consumer industries - from technology and finance to food and beverage - Watterson is able to devise multifaceted public relations campaigns that are complemented by a range of marketing, advertising and web-based initiatives.

For more information, please visit www.watterson.com.au

"Watterson fronts up to the ITJourno Awards each year because they give us the opportunity to help recognise the talent base that is the Australian IT media, and enjoy some downtime with them".

Hannah Watterson, Principal, Watterson Marketing Communications

 

CEBIT Australia

Hannover Fairs Australia is the organiser of CeBIT Australia, the largest and most important business technology event in the region, targeted squarely at serious business users. Taking place from 20 to 22 May 2008 at Darling Harbour, Sydney, the event features 750+ technology solution providers and will attract more than 35,000 business visitors.

For more information, please visit www.cebit.com.au

"CeBIT Australia is proud to be a sponsor of the 6th annual IT Journalism Awards, recognising the outstanding achievements and dedication of Australia's journalists.

"As the organisers of Australia's largest ICT event, we highly respect their commitment on shedding light on the great opportunities and value Australia gains from its ICT Industry."

Jackie Taranto, Managing Director, Hannover Fairs Australia

 

Symantec

Symantec is a global leader in providing security, , storage and systems management solutions to help consumers and organisations secure and manage their information-driven world. Our software and services protect against more risks at more points, more completely and efficiently, enabling confidence wherever information is used or stored. More information is available at www.symantec.com

 

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