Scoop is rated Left-Center with Mostly Factual factual reporting by Media Bias Fact Check.
LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information, but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate Scoop as Left-Center Biased due to its focus on progressive issues such as environmental sustainability and social justice. We also rate it Mostly Factual rather than High due to its extensive use of press releases, which may occasionally limit independent editorial analysis on controversial topics.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER (-4.8)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (2.6)
Country: New Zealand
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: MediumTraffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Scoop is a New Zealand news platform founded in 1999 under the Scoop Foundation for Public Interest Journalism. It is part of the Enspiral Network, a progressive business collective that supports various collaborative ventures. Scoop covers topics across politics, economics, environment, and social justice, providing a platform for diverse viewpoints with a progressive editorial stance.
Read our profile on New Zealand media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
Owned by the Scoop Foundation for Public Interest Journalism, Scoop generates revenue primarily through its Ethical Paywall, which licenses content for business use.
Analysis / Bias
Scoop frequently covers progressive issues such as environmental sustainability, social justice, and critiques of corporate influence. For example, the article “Women Climate Leaders Call on COP29 to Phase Out Fossil Fuels” discusses global climate leadership advocating for ambitious carbon reduction targets, reflecting the site’s focus on environmental issues.
In “The Price of Eggs: Why Harris Lost to Trump,” Scoop offers a critical view of U.S. politics. The article argues that Kamala Harris lost to Donald Trump due to the Democratic campaign’s focus on attacking Trump rather than addressing key economic issues.
In domestic politics, “Prime Minister Apologises for Abuse in Care” covers a national issue and provides a transcript of the Prime Minister’s speech apologizing for abuse in care, addressing a significant national issue. Regarding sourcing, Scoop employs a combination of original reporting, press releases, and contributions from journalists and public service multimedia organizations such as RNZ and government bodies. This approach brings diverse viewpoints, but its reliance on press releases may sometimes limit independent analysis on complex or controversial topics.
Failed Fact Checks
- None to date
Overall, we rate Scoop as Left-Center Biased due to its focus on progressive issues such as environmental sustainability and social justice. We also rate it Mostly Factual rather than High due to its extensive use of press releases, which may occasionally limit independent editorial analysis on controversial topics. (M. Huitsing 11/14/2024) Updated (05/13/2026)
Source: https://www.scoop.co.nz/
Last Updated on May 13, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check
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