Message Guidelines

If you follow these guidelines you should never have any problem getting your messages published.

Use Public Media Standards as a Benchmark

The tone and content of your message should meet the same general standards required of a newspaper column or primetime television programme. Before you submit your message, ask yourself if it would be accepted by the editor of a newspaper or magazine.

Be Polite

Always show courtesy and respect, even when you strongly disagree with another person.

Have Something to Say

Not all messages must be momentous but we are looking for messages which actually contribute something of substance.

Note: If you have a simple one-line message, put it in the subject line and leave the message blank.

Show Your Working

Show that there is a reason for your opinion or conclusion. Rather than just saying "I think such-and-such" or "I agree/disagree", back up yourself up with reasons or evidence.

Stay on Topic

When replying to another message, try to stay with the topic of the thread.

Use Your Real Name

Although pseudonyms are permitted, real names are strongly encouraged. In some cases messages will only be published if the author signs their full real name.

Freedom of Speech

Please refer here on our Speech Policy and Guidelines.

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