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A recurring theme in Henderson’s analysis is the perception gap between urban media and rural communities. He notes that urban outlets, particularly ABC and national newspapers, tend to overlook the concerns of rural Australians regarding land access, compensation, and potential environmental impacts of renewable infrastructure. Joyce's advocacy is rooted in representing his constituents’ interests, which often clash with the interests of the renewable industry and urban elites.
Henderson underscores that rural residents—who are directly impacted by transmission projects—deserve their perspectives to be heard. Ferguson’s dismissive attitude, he suggests, alienates these communities and hampers trust in mainstream media, which increasingly sideline rural voices.