News Type: News & Analysis
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New data on trust in the ABC
The latest Trust Watch data from DemosAU for June 2026 suggests that the ABC is more likely to be trusted for information than all other sources, but…
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Kerry O’Brien: The ABC matters more than ever for Australian democracy
Delivering the 2026 Thea Astley Address, Kerry O’Brien warns of a “perfect storm” eroding Australian democracy, naming a strong ABC as one of the last remaining safeguards.
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Four Corners: What it takes to get the story
Four Corners’ lobbying investigation shows what public interest journalism takes, and why the ABC needs proper funding and independence to keep doing it.
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What future for Indigenous programming at the ABC?
The ABC plans to scrap its dedicated Indigenous department, raising concerns over the loss of independent decision-making for First Nations program makers. ABC Friends National President Cassandra…
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The news bargaining incentive: good news for public interest journalism
The news bargaining incentive has passed into law, requiring tech giants to pay for news content or face a levy. ABC Friends welcomes this as a crucial…
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Guess which network won the most awards at the 2026 Logie Awards?
The ABC won 8 categories at the 2026 Logie Awards. ABC Friends’ Cassandra Parkinson renews her call for the ABC to stay free for all Australians.
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Segal wants to hijack the ABC
In July 2026 Jillian Segal AO Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism accused the ABC of systemic bias against Israel to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social…
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The Special Envoy and the Royal Commission
Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism called for external oversight of ABC and SBS editorial coverage. ABC Friends argues this is a direct attack on editorial independence…
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Antisemitism, the ABC, and social cohesion
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism is turning its attention to the ABC. ABC Friends argues the ABC’s impartial journalism is a cornerstone of social cohesion, not a…
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Applications open for the ABC Trailblazers Program
The ABC’s Trailblazers Program is back, seeking regional young leaders aged 18–28 who are driving change in their communities. Applications close 1 August 2026.