ABC and SBS: Abbott’s version of the Vermin Act

Abbott's strategy to politicise the boards of the ABC and SBS bring back some delicious memories.

4 Jul 2014 12:00

David Tiley

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Raise high the banners! The cultural warriors have emerged from the undergrowth, their stealthy plans refined. Image: its a Chinese poster, of course.

The Abbott government has made an obviously right wing move to stack the boards of the ABC and SBS, ending the recent attempts to depoliticise the appointment process.

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David Tiley was the Editor of Screenhub from 2005 until he became Content Lead for Film in 2021 with a special interest in policy. He is a writer in screen media with a long career in educational programs, documentary, and government funding, with a side order in script editing. He values curiosity, humour and objectivity in support of Australian visions and the art of storytelling.