The ABC Board is responsible for the ABC's operations. Up to seven Directors are appointed by the Governor-General on the recommendation of the Government. The Managing Director is appointed by the Board and another Director is elected by the staff of the ABC.

The ABC Act requires that Directors must be experienced in broadcasting, communications or management, or have expertise in financial or technical matters, or have cultural or other interests relevant to the provision of broadcasting services.

The duty of the Board is to ensure that the functions of the Corporation are performed efficiently with maximum benefit to the people of Australia and to maintain the independence and integrity of the Corporation. The Board is also responsible for ensuring that the gathering and presentation of news and information is accurate and impartial, according to recognised standards of journalism, and that the ABC complies with legislative and legal requirements.

See also the ABC Act (1983) and Duties of the Board: ABC Act (1983) - Section 8

• Mr Maurice Newman AC
• Ms Janet Albrechtsen
• Mr Steven Skala
• Mr Peter Hurley
• Mr Keith Windschuttle
• Mr Mark Scott

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Board members can be contacted through the ABC Secretariat, GPO Box 9994, Sydney NSW 2001, telephone (02) 8333 5312, or email: board@your.abc.net.au