Hugh Marks
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ABC, SBS and AAP emerge as media winners in 2026 Federal Budget
The measures include $1.287 billion in federal funding for the ABC in 2026/27, $367.3 million for SBS, and a $15 million top-up for AAP.
by Mediaweek Admin – May 13, 2026
Hugh Marks: The ABC will trade risk for speed and local IP
From the Screen Forever conference on the Gold Coast, Hugh Marks outlines a bold commissioning strategy for Aunty.
by Duane Hatherly – Apr 29, 2026
ABC broadcaster James Valentine dies aged 64
His family confirming he chose voluntary assisted dying at home.
by Natasha Lee – Apr 23, 2026
ABC ends diversity group memberships after independent review
Aunty will instead redirect funding to internal inclusion initiatives.
by Mediaweek Admin – Apr 8, 2026
ABC offers a fresh deal to staff to end stalemate
ABC management has increased its pay offer to 10.5 per cent over three years to avoid another strike after last week’s industrial action.
by Nama Winston – Apr 1, 2026
ABC staff consider a second strike - this time, for seven days
Action could also be limited to social media campaigns or writing to the ABC board.
by Nama Winston – Mar 30, 2026
'No evidence staff paid less': ABC's Hugh Marks responds to strike
"Higher pay would help many individuals, but we must also remain focused on the long-term sustainability of the ABC and its relevance."
by Nama Winston – Mar 24, 2026
ABC confirms $340k spent on Higgins film without script
Boss Hugh Marks insists the project will 'go through all appropriate legal reviews'.
by Nama Winston – Feb 12, 2026
'It's time to go': ABC presenter James Valentine announces retirement
It brings an end to a nearly 40 year career.
by Natasha Lee – Feb 2, 2026
Media Roundup: ABC rejects activism claims, Daily Mail eyes Telegraph, Nine Radio sale looms, and AI fallout over Fallout
See the top industry stories trending today.
by Natasha Lee – Dec 15, 2025
