Reported at www.theguardian.com: The Newcastle Herald has apologised for publishing a front-page ad from Clive Palmer’s Trumpet of Patriots party, which stated “there are only two genders,” and has removed it from its digital edition, acknowledging it did not align with the company’s values.

Journalists at the Age expressed outrage over the acceptance of similar ads promoting anti-immigration sentiments, deeming it an affront to their editorial stance on marriage equality and diversity.

In response to staff complaints, the Newcastle Herald emphasized its commitment to journalistic integrity and values, while admitting a failure in the ad review process.