Celebrating 50 years of SBS

In 2025, SBS celebrates 50 years of connecting the country through storytelling that informs, inspires, entertains and authentically reflects contemporary Australia.

50 Years of the Best

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Road to WC
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The Cook Up With Adam Liaw

50 Years of News and Current Affairs

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50 Years of Listening

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50 Years in Language - click here for yours

SBS50 - Greek
SBS50 - Chinese
SBS50 - Italian
SBS50 - Hindi

In 1975 as an experiment...

The Australian Government established radio stations 2EA in Sydney and 3EA in Melbourne to inform Australians from non-English speaking backgrounds, broadcasting pre-recorded messages for four hours a day in Sydney and Melbourne, in seven and eight foreign languages, respectively.

Explore 50 Years of SBS - around the network

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SBS50 - 50 Years of Belonging

SBS Inclusion Program

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50 Years of New Episodes

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