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.

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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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.