Editorial Task Report: Australian Market and Financial News Analysis

This report presents an editorial analysis of two articles. The first article, from The Courier Mail, discusses the ASX 200's performance, highlighting the influence of banks and telcos on market gains, Westpac's interim earnings, and the impact of various companies. The second article, from the Australian Financial Review, examines editorial practices and controversies related to gender equality, including the impact of female reporters, and the editorial team's response. The report references the original articles and other supporting documents to provide context and insights into the financial news landscape and editorial challenges. The report covers topics such as the banking industry, investment returns, and gender discrimination within the workplace.