We produce journalistic content that is protected by copyright. So the principle by which Google has to compensate us for the use of that content is an important one, even though we are a public broadcaster.
Australia has a program that operates differently, but is the same in spirit. ABC also receives revenue from the platforms for the use of its journalistic production.
It starts with the principle. Then there can be discussions about the way in which those funds can best support the industry in the future.
