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Joint Statement: News Bargaining Incentive

15/05/2026

Joint Statement: News Bargaining Incentive

28 April, 2026

Media releases

The vibrancy of Australian democracy relies on the robust and open exchange of news, views and opinions.

This is under threat.

If digital platforms fail to pay for the use of the news content from which they profit then journalism

becomes unsustainable. It is also in the public interest that reliable, professionally created news and

information remains accessible and visible on the digital platforms used by millions of Australians.

The government's News Bargaining Incentive (NBI) draft legislation is a critical step toward securing the

future of Australian news. By prioritising commercial deals this legislation protects our democratic way of

life.

It has been more than two years since Meta walked away from previous deals and almost 18 months since

the government announced the NBI.

While Google has been positive about doing deals, others need to come to the table, and all platforms need to step up.

We urge all parliamentarians to support safeguarding Australian journalism and the vital role it plays in our democracy, for all Australians.

Hugh Marks, Managing Director,

ABC

Michael Miller, Executive Chairman

News Corp Australasia

Beverley McGarvey, President

Network Ten

Rohan Lund, CEO and Managing Director

Southern Cross Media Group

Tony Kendall, Managing Director

Australian Community Media

Matt Stanton, CEO and Managing Director

Nine Entertainment Co

Jane Palfreyman, Acting Managing Director

SBS

Rebecca Costello, Managing Director

The Guardian Australia

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LINK: https://www.sbs.com.au/aboutus/2026/04/28/joint-statement-news-bargain...
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