From wireless radio to the web

The greatest technological advances of the 20th century were arguably about the broadcasting of messages.

Technology has moved from cinema newsreels to radio (originally called 'the wireless') to television and the internet.

In less than 100 years, broadcasting has changed our world dramatically.

The interviews in this collection explore some of the key milestones in its development in Australia, from public broadcasting in the 1920s to digital TV in the 2000s.

The collection also features illustrative clips from newsreels, radio and TV programs.