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SBS Australia
19 hours ago
- Politics
- SBS Australia
NITV Radio Full - 11/06/2025
In 1975 "Radio Ethnic Australia" launched June 9th, where immigration minister at the time, Al Grassby, explains Medibank, the first version of Medicare to migrants of different languages. Brought to us by Jennifer Scherer for SBS News. Also on NITV Radio brings part two of a two-part series exploring the many voice of LGBTQIA+ Australian community stories.


SBS Australia
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- SBS Australia
How SBS has transformed diverse broadcasting for over 50 years
How SBS has transformed diverse broadcasting for over 50 years Published 9 June 2025, 7:58 am SBS is celebrating 50 years. On 9 June 1975, 'Radio Ethnic Australia' launched a bold experiment by then Immigration Minister Al Grassby to explain Medibank, the first version of Medicare, to migrants in different languages. As Australia's most diverse broadcaster, the Special Broadcasting Service aims to inspire all Australians to explore, respect and celebrate our diverse world, and, in doing so, promote an inclusive and cohesive society.