The Guardian newspaper at Swan Hill on Victoria’s Murray River has an opening for a cadet journalist.  Part of the Fairfax Media group, the tri-weekly paper services Swan Hill and the surrounding district.

Suitable for journalism graduates, this full-time position will include sourcing and writing news and feature stories, sub-editing and some photography.

Applicants should have an eye for what’s news, enjoy active participation in the community and be willing to work as part of a team.

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Call editor Felicia Chalmers on (03) 5032 2161 for more details.

Applications should be sent to: edit@theguardian.com.au or to Felicia Chalmers, PO Box 493, Swan Hill VIC 3585, by 5 pm on October 28.

Applications should include a cover letter, resume and examples of published or unpublished stories.