Federal Member for Hindmarsh, Steve Georganas, made a speech in the House of Representatives this week to save SANFL broadcasts on the ABC.
The fight to save SANFL has become a national issue thanks to the constant campaigning of Georganas.
“SANFL broadcasts on ABC Television provide great enjoyment to thousands of my constituents and many South Australians, especially those who cannot attend the local games due to age, infirmity, disability, financial status, distance, or family or caring responsibilities,” said Georganas.
“Many of my constituents in these situations rely on the ABC telecasts of the SANFL games to allow them to continue to participate in the excitement and enjoyment of following their favourite team in their local state competition. For many, paid television subscriptions are not an option.”
Georganas recognises that if the SANFL broadcasts are to be axed, it would devastate the South Australian community and this was in written letter to the Managing Director of the ABC, Mark Scott, to ask for his assurance that this would not occur.