Corporate Body

Homestead and Community Broadcast Satellite Service (HACBSS) (1980s - )

From
1980s
Australia
Functions
Communications, Broadcasting and Education
Alternative Names
  • HACBSS (Acronym)

Summary

Homestead and Community Broadcast Satellite Service (HACBSS) aimed to improve the delivery of remote education to Australia's many rural areas. To this end two AUSSAT satellites were launched in late 1985 to provide television and radio coverage across Australia.

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Annette Alafaci

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