Pacific Beat: Government considers report into Asia-Pacific broadcasting

(Source: ABC's Pacific Beat via Michael Bird)

The Australian government is considering the findings of a long-awaited report reviewing broadcasting to the Asia Pacific but it hasn't revealed when they might be made public.

One of the key questions under consideration is whether to reinstate the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's shortwave service, which was cut in early 2017.

The ABC says it's technology that's out of date, but some experts say it's still the best way to reach remote audiences and with the will, could be back up and running in just a few months.

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