In 1944, 3HA in Hamilton Victoria, was part of what was known as The Age Broadcasting Service. Its Managing Director was one David F Syme a descendant of the iconic publisher who bought the fledgling Age newspaper for 2,000 pounds in 1856. By 1972, Fairfax had bought a controlling interest in David Syme and Co. And by 1983 they owned the lot. How did The Age Broadcasting Service become The ACE Network?

Within a year of Fairfax taking over The Age, they sold 3HA to Associated Communications Enterprises, part owned then by Mark Day who today is a respected commentator on media for The Australian.

Back in 1944, along with 3HA, 3SH, Swan Hill and 3TR, Traralgon made up what was known as The Victorian Broadcasting Network – which, in turn, was under the umbrella of the Macquarie Broadcasting Network – which in the language of the day: “Means that it is included in the most important network features whereby its programmes are among the best in Australia.”

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