Crunching web traffic: it’s not as bad as you think

“… the average revenue per page impression is about $30. Even allowing for three ads per page, that’s still a cpm from advertisers of $10, which is nowhere near as bad as I would have expected.” — Mumbrella

We’re ready for the iPad, says The Oz

“The Australian has confirmed it will launch a dedicated iPad application to coincide with the arrival of the device in Australia later this month.” — The Australian

The iPad will kill the Kindle — and possibly reading

“The fanboys were right. The iPad is a Kindle killer, but for all the wrong reasons.” — TechCrunch

Rupert puts a fire under the Grey Lady

“News Corp is offering steep discounts to advertise in its Wall Street Journal and New York Post newspapers as its chairman Rupert Murdoch prepares an aggressive attack on the New York Times.” — Financial Times

Columbia is hiring — but don’t get too excited

“Columbia J-school students got emails last week inviting applications for an assistant editor “fellowship” with the Columbia Journalism Review, a full-time position that pays only $27,000 yearly. Less than working at McDonald’s, selling your eggs, or even impregnating cows.” — Gawker

An Aussie Onion? Andrew Denton hires a web team

“Zapruder’s is considering several models, including the online web show made by US satirical outfit The Onion, which carries advertising.” — The Australian