ABC chairman Justin Milne resigns as government denies political interference

Justin Milne has resigned as chairman of the ABC under intense pressure over allegations he pushed for the sackings of senior journalists after complaints from the Coalition government.

The demand by the ABC chairman Justin Milne that Emma Alberici be fired is under investigation.

The demand by the ABC chairman Justin Milne that Emma Alberici be fired is under investigation. Source: AAP/The Walkley Foundation

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