Raff Ciccone (Victoria, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

Multicultural media organisations are the glue that hold our communities together, catering to diverse voices and telling incredible stories. Longstanding mastheads such as Il Globo, the Australian Jewish News and Neos Kosmos, for instance, serve their respective communities with great pride in my home state of Victoria. I'd like to single out Il Globo newspaper, who this month celebrated their 65th anniversary. First published on 4 November 1959, Il Globo continues to serve a very important function for the Italian community, not just in Victoria but across Australia. The newspaper informs, entertains and supports local events, promoting a harmonious and inclusive society.

Earlier this year I was delighted to join the Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, for a tour of Il Globo's new premises and learn more about how the organisation is embracing the digital age across its online platform, the Rete Italia radio network and its online streaming service, Il Globo TV. This investment wouldn't be possible without the vision of the managing director, Julius Larobina, and the project manager, Nicoletta Larobina, who exhibit the same passion as their late father and the co-founder of Il Globo, Ubaldo. The Albanese Labor government recognises and backs the essential role that multicultural media plays in Australia and the Australian media landscape. Congratulations to Il Globo, all their staff and the broader Italian Media Corporation for their continual investment in ethnic media in Australia. I also thank you for the tremendous service you and your staff provide. Long may it continue. Good luck to everyone and congratulations.