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Australia: ABC Journalists Strike for First Time in 20 Years

More than 2,000 ABC staff began a 24-hour strike over pay below inflation, job security, and AI concerns, with live shows replaced by BBC content during the walkout.

  • Thousands of ABC staff went on a 24-hour strike for higher pay and job security, leading to the replacement of ABC shows with BBC content starting at 11am AEDT.
  • About 60% of ABC staff rejected a 10% pay increase offer over three years, citing dissatisfaction with job security and career progression.
  • ABC Managing Director Hugh Marks expressed regret over the strike, calling the pay offer sustainable and financially responsible, while promising to maintain services with BBC content.
  • The strike caused the suspension of flagship programs until 11am AEDT, with emergency services remaining on air.
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In many cases, BBC content will replace local shows, and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's flagship programs will be suspended for 24 hours.

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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
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