The communications landscape is almost unrecognisable from 20 years ago. Governments and regulators need to respond effectively to an ever-changing media environment marked by an abundance of content, constant innovation and rapidly evolving audience consumption patterns. In the face of these challenges, what interventions could and should we see in Australia?
The conversation
When: Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 May 2017
Where: International Convention Centre, Sydney
In conjunction with the Department of Communications and the Arts and Screen Australia, we held a two day conference and explored themes including the importance of Australian content, the diversity of local voices and the regulatory challenges and opportunities in a world where citizens expect access to the content they want, when and where they want it.
Featuring a dynamic format and mix of sessions, the conference informed and inspired a wide range of professionals in this significant area. Attendees included content regulators and representatives from all avenues of content production, distribution and consumption in Australia; as well as content creators and content buyers for the major free-to-air and subscription broadcasters. Check out the speaker list and program to find out more.
Read the conference overview report
The conference overview report (Word, 423 kB) is a high-level summary of the wide-ranging discussion over the two days.
View the conference videos
Interviews with participants on key themes of the conversation
Kids' vox pops
Current government interventions and support
Podcasts from the conference
Marc Fennell (speaker)—Change, change, change