Welcome to SBS

Who we are

As Australia’s most diverse broadcaster, the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) holds a unique place in the Australian media landscape, inspiring all Australians to explore, respect and celebrate our diverse world and in doing so, contributes to an inclusive and cohesive society.

Today, SBS is a modern, multiplatform media organisation with a free-to-air TV portfolio spanning six distinctive channels in SBS, NITV, SBS VICELAND, SBS Food, SBS World Movies and SBS WorldWatch; an extensive SBS Audio network providing over 60 communities with services in their own language; and an innovative digital offering, including SBS On Demand, available to audiences anytime and anywhere.

The full suite of Australian National Anthem and Citizenship Pledge language resources can be accessed at www.sbs.com.au/anthem

SBS shares Australian National Anthem in over 60 languages

SBS Audio announces a landmark initiative, making ‘Advance Australia Fair’ and the Citizenship Pledge accessible to millions of new Australians to help foster a greater sense of connection, pride, and belonging.

SBS's first-ever Sustainability Report!

SBS has launched a market-leading Sustainability Report at its 2026 Upfronts as the national broadcaster seeks to further drive its leadership position in the sustainability space.

Read more on our Upfront 2026!

World first opt-out, introduction of restart, pause and rewind functions On Demand, record Beyond 3% investment, and more diverse, distinctive content that ever before!

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Our Platforms

What began in 1975 as a set of radio programs in a handful of languages is today an innovative, multi-platform network unlike any other globally. SBS has continuously evolved to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse nation.

SBS
Distinctive Australian storytelling, in-depth international news, major sports events, and cutting-edge dramas and documentaries. 
NITV
Indigenous storytelling and news, helping connect all Australians with First Nations peoples, culture and history.
SBS VICELAND
Cutting-edge, culturally-curious, contemporary entertainment and documentaries for the young and young at heart.
SBS On Demand
Australia’s most distinctive streaming destination with over 15,000 hours of premium Australian and global content.
SBS Audio
With over 60 languages, the world’s most linguistically diverse audio network, available on radio, online, podcasts, digital television and social media.
SBS World Movies
24/7 celebration of the diversity of world cinema, on free-to-air and in HD.
SBS Food
Australia's only 24/7 free-to-air foodie channel, exploring the world through cooking, cuisine and culinary adventures. 
SBS WorldWatch
Keeping Australians connected to the global perspective with 24/7 news in more than 35 languages.