‘Human Error’: Public Broadcaster Apologises for Incorrect Fact Check

The ABC RMIT Fact Check has issued a correction for saying entrepreneur Dick Smith was against renewables.

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation's Brisbane headquarters in South Bank of Brisbane, Australia on Aug. 11, 2023. Courtesy of Margery Dunn

Australian businessman Dick Smith has received an apology from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) after it incorrectly claimed he did not support the use of renewable energy.

Mr. Smith is known for founding the Dick Smith Electronics brand and his strong advocacy on various social and environmental issues.