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The ABC's purpose is to deliver valued services that reflect and contribute to Australian society, culture and identity.

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The ABC's purpose is to deliver valued services that reflect and contribute to Australian society, culture and identity.

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The values of integrity, respect, collegiality and innovation are the foundation of the ABC's activities.

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Read the latest plans, reports and submissions from the ABC.

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ABC History

Since our launch in 1932 the ABC has become a much loved part of Australian society.

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Latest Updates

2027 ABC Heywire Competition Opens Today

Now in its 28th year, the ABC's Heywire Competition invites Australians aged 16 to 22 living outside the capital cities to submit true stories reflecting their lives in regional, rural, or remote communities.
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Wed 27 May 2026 at 10:20am

Topic: Press Releases

Agreed Statement on fixed-term Play School contract

The ABC has reached an agreement to resolve Federal Court proceedings brought by the Media, Entertainment & Arts Alliance (MEAA) concerning the use of a fixed-term contract on the program Play School.
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Fri 22 May 2026 at 11:02am

Topic: Statements and Responses

Deloitte finds ABC commissions deliver $772m to the Australian economy

A new Deloitte Access Economics report has found that between July 2022 and June 2025, ABC commissioned screen productions generated an additional $772 million in value for the Australian economy, supporting more than 7,700 full‑time equivalent jobs…

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Thu 21 May 2026 at 8:14am

Topic: Press Releases

Young people Takeover Ballarat

Thirty-five teenagers will ‘takeover’ Ballarat, sharing their stories as part of the ABC’s Regional Takeover Youth Summit.
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Tue 19 May 2026 at 9:07am

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ABC Welcomes Appointment of Two New Directors

The ABC Chair, Kim Williams AM, today warmly welcomed the announcement by the Minister for Communications, the Honourable Anika Wells, of the appointment of a new Deputy Chair, Dr Lisa Caffery, and another Director, Mr Damien Miller.
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Mon 18 May 2026 at 2:48pm

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ABC’s Unravel: What Became of Jack? steps into the disappearance of Jack McLennan in a gripping new season.

ABC’s award‑winning true crime podcast Unravel returns for a new gripping season exploring the mysterious disappearance of 27‑year‑old Queenslander Jack McLennan. The first two episodes of Unravel: What Became of Jack?
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Wed 27 May 2026 at 9:54am

ABC doubles down on fresh comedy talent with Granny Bingo podcast

Dust off your doilies! The ABC today announced Another Cuppa? with Granny Bingo, a new video podcast premiering Thursday 14 May on ABC iview, YouTube, ABC listen and all major podcast platforms.
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Thu 14 May 2026 at 2:00pm

Stuff The British Stole with Marc Fennell returns for an epic third season on the ABC this June

The ABC is thrilled to announce season three of award-winning documentary series Stuff The British Stole, which will premiere Tuesday 9 June at 8pm on ABC TV, with all episodes available on ABC iview. 
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Tue 12 May 2026 at 10:00am

Six storytellers. Ten films. One winner. Race Around The World returns

ABC’s groundbreaking series Race Around The World returns on Sunday 7 June at 7.30pm on ABC TV and ABC iview, introducing a new generation of Australian filmmakers.
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Thu 7 May 2026 at 10:17am

It’s Andrew! stomps onto screens this June

The ABC and Screen Australia are delighted to announce that brand new preschool series, It’s Andrew!, will premiere on Monday 1 June at 6am on ABC iview and 8:15am on ABC Kids.
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Mon 4 May 2026 at 10:35am

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