The Mid North Coast branch of Friends of the ABC (FABC) is celebrating one year since the ABC Shop opened in Port Macquarie. FABC President Drusi Megget said the Shop provided a link between the community and the national broadcaster.
“With three-quarters of all Australians accessing the ABC in some way during each week, it’s great to have the store now well established in Port Macquarie,” Ms Megget said.
“The aim of our group is to support the ABC and the store is one way to raise awareness of the wide range of media now offered by the new-look ABC. There are four ABC TV channels, five radio channels and extensive on-line content,” she said.
The ABC Shop is at Settlement City, Port Macquarie, and store manager Jess Inglis said that major features of the shop include a live news feed from the ABC newsroom as well as information on new ABC TV and radio programs.
“We have created a retail space that offers customers an interactive and engaging experience. Customers can buy their favourite ABC products while learning about programming or voice their opinion,” Ms Inglis said.
Ms Megget also took the opportunity to welcome the appointment of the former chief justice of NSW, James (Jim) Spigelman, AC QC, as the chair of the ABC Board.
“FABC has had concerns about blatantly political board appointments in the past, but Jim Spigelman will lead a rejuvenated board, rising above the culture wars we just don’t need in Australia,” Ms Megget said.
“At some time or other, the ABC reports and reflects the views of all Australians,” she said.
FABC is inviting new members to join the group – for further information please contact Drusi Megget on 6583 8798, or send an email to fabc.midcoast@gmail.com
