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Soraiya Fuda is a multi award-winning Australian journalist and editorial leader with 19 years’ experience across national newsrooms.

She’s held senior roles at News Corp Australia, including National Head of Content and Programming and digital leadership at The Daily Telegraph, after earlier reporting at Fairfax across breaking news, entertainment, politics, courts and crime.

Known for rigorous reporting, editorial integrity, digital growth strategies and cross platform storytelling, she is currently Head of Real Estate and Motoring for more than 100 national News Corp brands across Australia.

Soraiya brings expertise in ethics, judging quality, and audience engagement. She holds a Bachelor of Communication (Writing and Publishing) and is committed to inclusive, community-centred journalism. Soraiya champions stories that reflect Australia’s diversity and lived experiences.

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