Mitch Fifield (Victoria, Liberal Party, Manager of Government Business in the Senate) Share this | Hansard source

In one word, I can say that they have been received well. Let me cite a few instances: Seven West Media chairman Kerry Stokes AC said:

I endorse the complete legislation package proposed by the government … I am pleased that the Turnbull government is backing the Australian media industry through these reforms.

Foxtel CEO Peter Tonagh said: 'We welcome the fact that the government has announced a comprehensive package of reforms of media regulation. Foxtel calls on the opposition and crossbench senators to support the package in full.' Free TV chair Harold Mitchell said:

This package is crucial for Australian jobs and our ability to continue creating local programming that is watched by millions of Australians every day.

Network Ten CEO Paul Anderson said of the 75 per cent audience reach rule—given that time is running out, let me summarise what he said by indicating that he said it should go.