Judith Whelan is the editor of The Sydney Morning Herald, where she leads all editorial operations across the masthead's multiple platforms, from its newspapers to its desktop and mobile sites and social media platforms.  She has been a leading driver of change within the newsroom as The Herald has brought quality, independent journalism to an increasingly digital audience. The Herald is now the most read masthead in Australia, with a combined readership across its platforms of more than 6 million. Judith has more than 30 years experience as a writer and editor, including more than seven years as editor of Good Weekend magazine.