SYDNEY MORNING HERALD, THE

daily newspaper published in Sydney, Australia's oldest and one of its most influential papers. First issued as a weekly in 1831, the Sydney Herald became a daily in 1840, and Morning was added to its name in 1842. The ownership of the paper is still in the family of one of the original founders, John Fairfax. The paper's editorial stance is conservative. It has combined serious reporting of national and international news developments with coverage of popular news stories dealing with such subjects as law enforcement and police activities. Not until 1944 did The Sydney Morning Herald discontinue front-page advertising. In the 1950s and '60s the Herald won international repute for its dedication to responsible journalism, its appeal to diverse audiences, and its coverage of the arts and literature.