Mark Whittaker
Mark's comprehensive SBS investigation into gay-hate crimes in Adelaide, which shone a light on brutal yet little-known assaults and murders of gay men from the 1970s to recent years.
About this finalist
- Year: 2016
- Level: Finalist
- Award category: Media award
About the 2016 nomination
Mark's comprehensive SBS investigation into gay-hate crimes in Adelaide, which shone a light on brutal yet little-known assaults and murders of gay men from the 1970s to recent years. His work exposed the discrimination and homophobia that not only fuelled these crimes, but also allowed the perpetrators to escape punishment.
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