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Through our research, the Commission contributes to the public debate and encourages informed policy discussion.

The Commission has a statutory mandate to conduct a program of research to support its inquiries, annual reporting and other responsibilities, including promoting community awareness and understanding of various productivity and regulatory issues.

Australian Broadcasting Corporation # (PDF - 809k)

Submission 78 for Broadcasting View full list


ABC Code of Practice 7. ABC Submission and Preamble to DOCITA review on multi-channels 8. ... Complaints are dealt with by senior staff, and where necessary are referred to the Independent Complaints Review Panel.

Date received: 19 May 1999

Can West Pacific Communications Pty Limited (PDF - 50k)

Submission 43 for Broadcasting View full list


The turnaround of Network Ten not only protected existing jobs, but also promoted the development of a vibrant independent production industry, which benefited from increased outsourcing of local programming. ... The rescue of Network Ten saved over 1,

Date received: 12 May 1999

Austar (PDF - 41k)

Submission 82 for Broadcasting View full list


John Porter Managing Director. 2. PRODUCTIVITY COMMISSION SUBMISSION. Introduction and AUSTAR’s interest in the Commissions review. ... may be removed in reviews prior to 2001 for some protections and by another review which could happen anytime

Date received: 19 May 1999

Screen Producers Association of Australia (PDF - 130k)

Submission 47 for Broadcasting View full list


REVIEW OF BROADCASTING LEGISLATION. The Screen Producers Association of Australia is the industry association of the Australian independent film and television production industry. ... Beyond the three commercial networks, options are extremely limited.

Date received: 13 May 1999

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission (PDF - 212k)

Submission 177 for Broadcasting View full list


Four desert communities (Yuendumu, Kintore, Lajamanu and Willowra) currently control the Tanami Network. ... Radio Aotearoa (RA) is a national radio network dedicated to serving urban Maori.

Date received: 7 Oct 1999

National Indigenous Media Association of Australia (PDF - 59k)

Submission 164 for Broadcasting View full list


7. television and radio network, and be responsive to audience needs and technological developments within the industry. ... For example, Imparja TV in Alice Springs is part of the Nine Network and is owned by the local Indigenous community.

Date received: 2 Sep 1999

Seven Network # (PDF - 930k)

Submission 151 for Broadcasting View full list


The Seven Network recommends declaration of the broadband cable, satellite and microwave networks as active declared services. ... Treatment of Investment Funds. The Seven Network is a major commercial source of independent news, information and

Date received: 18 Aug 1999

Publishing and Broadcasting Limited # (PDF - 183k)

Submission 52 for Broadcasting View full list


But networking arrangements between major networks and their affiliates, pursuant to which most Australians receive all three network services, have long rendered the rule moribund. ... A new network would simply fragment the available revenue. This

Date received: 17 May 1999

Communication and Media Policy Institute, University of Canberra (PDF - 254k)

Submission 169 for Broadcasting View full list


Indeed, one of the major television networks is now calling for a change. ... The use of the spectrum for multichannelling or subscription television was prohibited (with a review in 2005).

Date received: 15 Sep 1999

Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance # (PDF - 225k)

Submission DR219 for Broadcasting View full list


The Productivity Commission’s Report noted that the networks currently comply with the transmission quota. ... His partner, Jocelyn Moorhouse graduated the same year. Her first job after graduating was as a script editor working in network television.

Date received: 3 Dec 1999