Federal government retreat on SBS production hub draws Parramatta criticism - The Indian Sun

Plug pulled on SBS move

The federal government has reversed its plan to expand SBS into Western Sydney. The national multicultural broadcaster said the government indicated its decision to abandon the establishment of a production hub in the region “had been made in the context of the current fiscal environment”. In a staff email, acting managing director Jane Palfreyman called the decision “disappointing”. The move would have “deepened engagement in one of Australia’s…

Federal government retreat on SBS production hub draws Parramatta criticism - The Indian Sun

City of Parramatta leaders have criticised the Federal Government after it pulled back from previously expected funding for a planned Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) production hub in western Sydney, calling the change a blow to local communities and opportunities. Parramatta council had pushed for the city to host the new media facility, which was one of several potential Western Sydney locations identified for expansion by the national mult…