SBS will bring more new voices to the forefront in its upcoming drama slate, which includes four short-form productions from its Digital Originals initiative, as well as the upcoming series 'Safe Home', from producer Imogen Banks.
Broadcast equipment sales and rental specialist Videocraft has moved to expand its reach, acquiring technology solution provider Digistor and digital media distributor/wholesaler Adimex.
Arts leader Rhoda Roberts has joined SBS as the broadcaster's inaugural Elder in Residence.
AFTRS has received strong representation at CILECT CAPA Awards, with two of the school's student films winning prizes.
ABC managing director David Anderson reiterated his opposition to local content obligations for the broadcaster at Senate Estimates on Tuesday, describing it as a "breach of independence".
The Federal Government has appointed former Medibank chief George Savvides as chair of SBS for a five year term.
Following long-standing advocacy efforts, the ABC and SBS will officially launch audio description services this week, making their programs more accessible to the more than 450,000 Australians who are blind or vision-impaired.
SBS will launch a new channel dedicated to international cinema in July.