Overview
Twitter is a social networking and microblogging platform that enables rapid communication via SMS or any number of internet enabled devices. Users communicate via the sending and reading of messages known as 'tweets', which are limited to 140 characters and can contain anything from breaking news to informal chit-chat.
The ABC has official Twitter accounts representing subjects, individuals, programs, stations, networks and divisions.
ABC Gateway on Twitter
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ABC Australia
Welcome to the official ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) gateway page on Twitter.
ABC Australia on Twitter
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RNFutureTense
Future Tense is an ABC program for people interested in exploring the social, cultural, political and economic fault lines arising from rapid change.
RNFutureTense on Twitter
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Grandstand
Bio ABC's expert commentary and coverage of sports events and issues
Grandstand on Twitter
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ABC Environment
ABC Australia's one-stop online shop for environment news and issues
ABC Environment on Twitter