What are the similarities and differences in TV networks & programming in Australia and the Philippines?

Australian and Philippine television share the goal of entertaining and informing, but differ in network structure, programming priorities, and audience focus.

Australian and Philippine television share the goal of entertaining and informing, but differ in network structure, programming priorities, and audience focus. Credit: Vadym Drobot

Key Points

• Networks: Philippine TV is dominated by commercial networks like GMA, TV5, and ABS-CBN, while Australia has a mix of public broadcasters (ABC, SBS) and commercial channels (Seven, Nine, Ten), plus pay TV.
• Programming: Philippine programming focuses on entertainment such as teleserye, variety shows, and noontime shows, whereas Australian programming balances news, sports, educational, and multicultural content.
• Digital Streaming: While digital streaming is less established in the Philippines, platforms like TFC (The Filipino Channel) from ABS-CBN allow overseas audiences to access shows, similar to Australia’s SBS On Demand and other streaming services.

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