'From this address I hope you will gain some understanding of the ABC's Queensland regional network of stations, the importance we attach to our audience in the country, and the role we play, and seek to increase, in regional centres of Queensland. As well, I might help you to better understand the assistance such audience reach can give you and your colleagues.
The ABC Act sets out the basic functions of the ABC, in the Charter of the Corporation. We are required to broadcast programs that contribute to a sense of national identity, and inform and entertain. The programs we produce should reflect the cultural diversity of the Australian community. We are specifically required to broadcast programs of an educational nature, and to encourage and promote the musical, dramatic and other performing arts in Australia.' (Introduction)
'Laurie Hergenhan's biography of Hartley Grattan, No Casual Traveller, was launched by historian, novelist and essayist, Ross Fitzgerald, at Wordsmiths' Cafe, University of Queensland on 27 July, 1995. Below is a transcript of his address.' (Introduction)
