ABC staff strike: BBC content to replace flagship shows, including 7.30 and AM

The Guardian World News
by Amanda Meade Media correspondent
March 24, 2026
1 min read

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The Bottom Line

ABC journalists are striking for 24 hours over pay and conditions, with BBC content replacing flagship shows like 7.30 and AM.

How This Affects You

Australian viewers will lose access to ABC flagship news programs for 24 hours during the strike, potentially missing local news coverage during this period.

AI Summary

ABC staff strike: BBC content to replace flagship shows, including 7.30 and AM.

What's Being Done

ABC staff are walking off the job on Wednesday to protest what they characterize as a low pay offer from ABC managing director Hugh Marks.

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