Statement in response to the Federal Budget

SBS has welcomed today’s announcement from the Federal Government of the commencement of five-year funding, beginning from July 1, for the public broadcaster.

The Government also confirmed the continuation and incorporation of existing short-term funding for key language services and audio description into the base funding for SBS.

“SBS welcomes the continuity and stability which the five-year funding model provides, ensuring that we are able to keep delivering our vital services for all Australians and especially multilingual and First Nations communities,” said an SBS spokesperson.

“We also welcome the decision to continue and incorporate existing funding for language services and audio description into our base funding, in recognition of the value these services bring to audiences across Australia.”

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