A significantly untold story? Former Channel Seven employee expresses disappointment after being cut from documentary
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In the television industry, the drama is not always confined to the screen.
Sometimes, the most compelling stories unfold behind the scenes, and occasionally, they spill out into the public eye.
A former Channel Seven employee found herself at the eye of a media storm after her anticipated interview was conspicuously absent from an ABC Four Corners episode.
The episode, entitled 'Don't Speak', promised to lift the veil on the alleged toxic workplace culture at Channel Seven.
These included claims of sexism, misogyny, and workplace bullying.
Former Channel Seven executive assistant Amber Harrison's testimony should have been a significant part of the episode.
Harrison made headlines back in December 2016 after her affair with former network chief executive Tim Worner.
She sat down with ABC's investigative reporter, Louise Milligan, for a three-hour interview.
The interview was a vital feature of the interview.
Yet, when the 50-minute program aired, Harrison's segment was nowhere to be found.
Harrison broke her silence and expressed her disappointment.
'Despite this, I did speak with Louise Milligan, remaining within the legal boundaries I am bound by,' she shared in a statement.
'However, it was surprising and quite odd that this wasn't addressed at all.'
'This omission left a significantly untold story, especially considering the hype surrounding the show and the high calibre of journalism Louise Milligan is known for,' Harrison added.
'The fact that my interview, which could have underscored the very point of “Don't Speak”, was excluded is intriguing, especially when the decision not to include it wasn't explained on the program.'
This move sparked speculation and raised eyebrows.
The program did not address any reasons for the interview's exclusion.
A legal notice issued by Channel Seven to the ABC demanded the removal of her interview from the promotional clip—which added another layer of complexity to the issue.
The ABC complied with the legal order, and the segment with Harrison was scrapped.
The network did not mention Harrison or Worner in the episode and did not explain why her interview was removed.
This silence left viewers and Harrison herself questioning the narrative shaped by the program.
Despite the suppression order and the subsequent legal wrangling, Harrison's decision to speak with Milligan was a bold move.
The omission from the final cut of the Four Corners episode did little to discredit the former employees who had spoken out against the network's culture.
Their courage, Harrison said, stood in stark contrast to the tactics that led to her interview being pulled.
Watch the full Four Corners episode here:
Source: ABC News In-depth/YouTube
ABC claimed that more than 200 staff members were interviewed for the episode, which scrutinised the male-dominated environment at Channel Seven and the silencing of female employees.
In response to the allegations, Channel Seven stated that these individuals are not reflective of the network's values.
Now, under their new management, the network's policies and procedures have been refreshed.
What are your thoughts on Channel Seven's matter? Have you ever faced a situation where speaking out felt like an uphill battle? Share your experiences and join the conversation in the comments below.
Sometimes, the most compelling stories unfold behind the scenes, and occasionally, they spill out into the public eye.
A former Channel Seven employee found herself at the eye of a media storm after her anticipated interview was conspicuously absent from an ABC Four Corners episode.
The episode, entitled 'Don't Speak', promised to lift the veil on the alleged toxic workplace culture at Channel Seven.
These included claims of sexism, misogyny, and workplace bullying.
Former Channel Seven executive assistant Amber Harrison's testimony should have been a significant part of the episode.
An ABC Four Corners episode talked about the Seven Network's workplace practices. Image Credit: YouTube/ABC News In-depth
Harrison made headlines back in December 2016 after her affair with former network chief executive Tim Worner.
She sat down with ABC's investigative reporter, Louise Milligan, for a three-hour interview.
The interview was a vital feature of the interview.
Yet, when the 50-minute program aired, Harrison's segment was nowhere to be found.
Harrison broke her silence and expressed her disappointment.
'Despite this, I did speak with Louise Milligan, remaining within the legal boundaries I am bound by,' she shared in a statement.
'However, it was surprising and quite odd that this wasn't addressed at all.'
'This omission left a significantly untold story, especially considering the hype surrounding the show and the high calibre of journalism Louise Milligan is known for,' Harrison added.
'The fact that my interview, which could have underscored the very point of “Don't Speak”, was excluded is intriguing, especially when the decision not to include it wasn't explained on the program.'
This move sparked speculation and raised eyebrows.
The program did not address any reasons for the interview's exclusion.
A legal notice issued by Channel Seven to the ABC demanded the removal of her interview from the promotional clip—which added another layer of complexity to the issue.
The ABC complied with the legal order, and the segment with Harrison was scrapped.
The network did not mention Harrison or Worner in the episode and did not explain why her interview was removed.
This silence left viewers and Harrison herself questioning the narrative shaped by the program.
Despite the suppression order and the subsequent legal wrangling, Harrison's decision to speak with Milligan was a bold move.
The omission from the final cut of the Four Corners episode did little to discredit the former employees who had spoken out against the network's culture.
Their courage, Harrison said, stood in stark contrast to the tactics that led to her interview being pulled.
Watch the full Four Corners episode here:
Source: ABC News In-depth/YouTube
ABC claimed that more than 200 staff members were interviewed for the episode, which scrutinised the male-dominated environment at Channel Seven and the silencing of female employees.
In response to the allegations, Channel Seven stated that these individuals are not reflective of the network's values.
Now, under their new management, the network's policies and procedures have been refreshed.
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