In developing an adult education television policy, the ABC has a useful history on which to draw - the consultation process with schools' authorities, the realisation of the value of a range of production styles, the understanding of television's unique strengths as a motivator and stimulus, and the experience of providing support materials and teacher education. It also has the example of radio. In 1985 ABC education radio faced a crisis. A national survey demonstrated that secondary schools were hardly using schools' radio at all. The Board was therefore asked to ratify a change of policy which diverted resources from secondary schools into adult education.
Radio has the advantage of being relatively cheap and flexible, compared with television.
Consequently, the department was freer to experiment and to move quickly on to other approaches if one came to a dead end. 11.30 am ABC Regional Stations. Australian Accent Currently exploring writers and places in Australia that are important to them. A Good Sleep Four programs on problems associated with sleep. Take Time Weekly series for older Australians.