Most Australians have daily contact with the mass communications media. Research shows Australians read more newspapers per head of population than any other nationality.
As a result, newspapers in the nation's major and capital cities have large circulation figures. In Australia, most major newspapers are owned by a small group of proprietors.
Australia has a well-developed radio and television industry. Radio and television broadcasting services are provided by national, commercial, multicultural and public organizations.
The Australian Broadcasting Company's radio and television programs cover news and current affairs, information, children and education, arts, religion, drama, music, light entertainment, documentaries and sports.