Sky News Digital Editor Jack Houghton says ratings for ABC metropolitan radio have “plummeted” in both Sydney and Melbourne.
“In the context of poor performance across its flagship radio programs, what will it mean for the long-term future of the ABC,” Mr Houghton said.
“In the UK, the BBC is facing a similar conversation and this month, we got the surprising news that the BBC was making plans to become a digital-only service.”
Mr Houghton said it may come as a shock to the national broadcaster, which is “addicted to your tax dollars to stay afloat”.
“Even if its chief mediums become redundant, do you think they will accept a pay cut? This is a conversation Australians will need to start having very soon,” he said.
