Now based in the UK, Boney broke her silence by posting a screengrab of ABC managing director David Anderson responding to the release of the scathing report.
‘Not surprised by this unfortunately,’ she wrote on her Instagram story.
'I heard some pretty awful comments an ABC employee made about my Oxford offer very recently and whether or not I’d been offered it on merit.
‘If they’re willing to say that publicly, they’re willing to bully Aboriginal staff.’
Former ABC journalist Tracey Holmes posted on X yesterday:
The Independent Review’s findings of systemic racism at the ABC should shock nobody - every person either suffered it, witnessed it, or perpetrated it.
One senior staff member, who had informed management of their own particular experiences, waited to hear from the Independent reviewers only to be told after the review had closed that one of the parameters was that individuals could not be approached directly by them. How many others were in the same boat?
It is good to hear the MD, David Anderson, commit to adopting the recommendations and taking action against perpetrators.
Every single person who has ever worked at the ABC went there because they believed in a good, strong, public broadcaster. It’s a shame so many left disappointed and disillusioned by their experience.
I hope those that remain will use this report to rebuild an Australian institution that by its very charter should reflect the nation in all its diversity.
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ABC Commercial unveils a diverse slate of content for MIPCOM 2024
Sydney, Australia: ABC Commercial is thrilled to return to Cannes for MIPCOM 2024 with a diverse slate of scripted and unscripted programs plus new formats.
Heading up our scripted slate is the stylish and utterly gorgeous LADIES IN BLACK (6 x 60’) , a vibrant drama series from Bunya Productions (The Drovers Wife, Mystery Road ). Picking up six months after the events of Bruce Beresford’s film, LADIES IN BLACK dives into the fashion, romance, excitement and challenge of women’s lives at a time of momentous transformation. A wild ride through Asian pop culture and the trials of modern dating, WHITE FEVER (6 x 30’) from Black Sheep Films, Orange Entertainment Co. & Unruly Productions delivers some unexpected laughs and real heart.
You Can’t Ask That creator/director Kirk Docker is back with the tentpole factual entertainment program I WAS ACTUALLY THERE (6 x 30’), a compelling and unvarnished retelling of events that shape Australia as a nation, while Australia’s national treasure delivers aged care residents a new appetite for life in a world first social experiment, MAGGIE BEER’S BIG MISSION (3 x 60’). Both programs have been nominated at this year’s C21 International Format Awards.
The latest season of the beloved children’s show READY, STEADY, WIGGLE! (S7: 26 x 15’) delivers double the wiggles and double the fun! All the Wiggles - Anthony, Caterina, Lachy, Simon, Lucia, John, Tsehay and Evie – are back for dancing, singing, problem-solving and, above all, a whole lot of fun!
Food and conversation are the perfect partners in our brand-new, colourful cooking show A BITE TO EAT WITH ALICE (50 x 30’) , focusing on simple and fresh recipes that are built around accessible and affordable ingredients, and that can be readily prepared at home with maximum fun.
Knock-out factual entertainment slate also includes OFF MENU (3 x 60’), a fascinating, behind-the-scenes look at some of Australia’s top restaurants and their extraordinary owners, as well as MEET THE NEIGHBOURS (3 x 60’), WHO THE BLOODY HELL ARE WE? (3 x 60’) and MIRIAM MARGOLYES: IMPOSSIBLY AUSTRALIAN (3 x 60’).
Audiences will love the combination of smarts and fun in eye-popping factual series including MEGAFAUNA: WHAT KILLED AUSTRALIA’S GIANTS? (2 x 60’), SECRET SCIENCE (7 x 30’) , THE SECRET LIFE OF OUR URBAN BIRDS (4 x 60’) , and more.
Heading up our format slate is our much-loved series MUSTER DOGS (new season: 6 x 60’) , which continues to foster emotional connections with audiences. Featuring a cast of unique characters and adorable puppies, the series illuminates a life of resilience as farmers bond and work with the dogs who are always by their side.
Interested in a program that will inspire kids to get their hands dirty? The new season of GARDENING AUSTRALIA JUNIOR (20x15’) is packed full of tips, tricks and activities for the entire family that can easily be adapted for all seasons and locations.
Plus there’s FIZZY AND SUDS (26 x 15’) , a fabulously entertaining factual series for preschoolers that captures the bubbly thrill of a newly discovered passion, and coming-of-age sci-fi comedy PLANET LULIN (10 x 30’), which navigates growing up through the eyes of a 12-year-old half-human half-extra-terrestrial!
“ABC Commercial is excited to hit the ground running with our exceptional new slate of content at MIPCOM 2024” says Karen Quinn, Manager: Content Sales, ABC Commercial , “With formats like I WAS ACTUALLY THERE and MAGGIE BEER’S BIG MISSION already garnering international attention and C21 International Format Award nominations, we’re confident in the global appeal of our Australian storytelling. We’re proud to represent the very best of Australian talent and look forward to sharing our slate with clients.”
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UPDATE: ABC press release
ABC General Counsel Ingrid Silver
The ABC General Counsel Ingrid Silver has advised the ABC she will leave the Corporation after more than three years in the role.
Ingrid joined the ABC in September 2021 with more than 25 years’ international experience in the media and law.
As a digital media, broadcast and communications transaction and regulatory expert, she brought to the ABC an impressive range of skills and experiences.
ABC Managing Director David Anderson said: “Ingrid has provided significant leadership and advice over the past three years across several challenging issues. She has also been a valued member of the leadership team.
“The ABC thanks Ingrid for her contribution and wishes her all the best for her future endeavours.”
The ABC will begin a recruitment process for ABC General Counsel in due course.