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News Corp celebrates as U.S. slashes public broadcasting

When News Corp voices call for cuts, it’s not about saving money — it’s about silencing Australia’s source of truth.

Posted August 19, 2025 12:33 PM

ABC Alumni has a new chair

The new chair, Dr Michael Ward is an experienced media analyst.

Posted August 18, 2025 1:56 PM

An assault on the ABC's independence

Jillian Segal's plan to combat antisemitism has exceeded the envoy's terms of reference. If implemented, it would have bleak consequences...

Posted August 16, 2025 9:00 AM

Hugh Marks has big plans for the ABC

In a media round table on 14 August, the ABC's Managing Director outlined his plans for the ABC. Amanda Meade from...

Posted August 15, 2025 4:34 PM

Peter Greste movie attracts big Queensland crowd

Over the past few months, ABC Friends Queensland has been out in force—championing media freedom, celebrating our national broadcaster, and...

Posted August 15, 2025 3:05 PM

Shaping ABC Friends Tasmania’s future together

In a year of rapid change for media, ABC Friends Tasmania is proud to keep standing up for public broadcasting...

Posted August 15, 2025 9:41 AM

Still Showing Up: ABC Friends SA/NT Keeps the Pressure On

The election may be long over, but our work defending the ABC hasn’t stopped. ABC Friends SA/NT continues to advocate...

Posted August 08, 2025 4:26 PM

Digital innovation: The ABC’s future must be for all Australians

As Australia’s media landscape continues to evolve, so too does the ABC. In June, the ABC was again confirmed as...

Posted August 08, 2025 2:12 PM

Intelligence, Democracy and Public Service Media – What does the future hold?

On Friday 6 June 2025 Margaret Simons delivered the 2025 Andrew Bent Lecture.

Posted July 14, 2025 5:36 PM