Hugh Markshas been named as Managing Director ofthe ABCinAustralia.

Marks replacesDavid Anderson, who resigned in August, a year into his second five-year term.

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Hugh Marks

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It is an amazing time to be working in media, said Marks.

Making the right choices is what will determine our success into the future.

The ABC is an iconic and formidable media organisation.

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SPA CEO Matthew Deaner welcomed the hire.

We congratulate Hugh on his appointment to this critical position for our screen industry, he said.