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Research Article

Who or What Gets Referenced by Whom, How Often, and in Which Ways? Exploring Journalists’ Sourcing Practices in the Context of Aged Care Coverage

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Received 08 Aug 2022, Accepted 14 May 2023, Published online: 24 May 2023

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