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Fears for local news diversity if rightwing startup buys Southern Cross regional TV network

Fears for local news diversity if rightwing startup buys Southern Cross regional TV network



Fringe news streaming channel ADH TV, which launched with Alan Jones at the helm, confirms offer for 93 regional free-to-air stationsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDiversity of local news may be at risk if a rightwing startup, ADH TV, is given the green light to purchase Southern Cross Austereo’s regional television network, an expert has warned.Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) has confirmed it has received an offer from the fringe streaming news channel to buy its 93 regional free-to-air TV stations. The digital broadcaster, which is chaired by former ABC chairman Maurice Newman, was launched in December 2021 with the former 2GB broadcaster Alan Jones at the helm.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…



Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/nov/13/adh-tv-southern-cross-network-purchase-bid-ntwnfb

Author : Amanda Meade Media correspondent

Publish date : 2024-11-13 02:59:19

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