A shockwave has hit Australia’s media circles after a Mamamia veteran launched a scorching public attack on the company, following a decision by Mia Freedman that she claims “broke” her both personally and professionally.

The former staffer, who spent years helping build Mamamia’s digital footprint, revealed that the internal culture had been “deteriorating for far longer than anyone on the outside realised.” Her comments reignited debate about the outlet’s leadership, just as Mamamia had been enjoying a brief reprieve from criticism. Long-time Inside Mail readers will know the publication had earlier eased off after months of biting commentary — but, as insiders put it, “those days are officially over.”

Meanwhile, tensions are rising within the Labor Party, with growing anger directed at the leakers targeting Anika Wells. Senior members are furious that internal disputes are spilling into the press at a time when unity is desperately needed. One party strategist described the anonymous briefings as “self-sabotage of the highest order.”

Amid the political and media drama, rumours that Ben Fordham is preparing to quit 2GB have been circulating widely. However, sources close to the broadcaster insist the speculation is exaggerated, calling it “wishful thinking from rivals rather than reality.”