“The National Television Station ABW Channel 2 was officially opened by the Postmaster General, the Hon. C. W. Davison, OBE, at 7 pm on Saturday 7.5.1960.

An inspection was made of the transmitter at Bickley during the afternoon, by the Minister, the Director-General, members of the Australian Broadcasting Commission and other prominent citizens, on the invitation of the Director, Mr. W. A. Halvorsen. The opening ceremony was performed at the ABC Television Studios in Terraace Drive, Perth, in the evening. The evening program was viewed by the official guests on sixteen receivers in the large orchestral studio at the new Rosehill sound studios.

The transmitting equipment was received in late December 1959. The installation was completed by Radio No.2 Division staff, and trade transmissions commenced on 19th April 1960. The excellent workmanship which is evident throughout the station reflects great credit on all concerned with the installation.

The work was greatly assisted by the ready co-operation of all connected with it, including the representatives of the contractors, The Marconi Company, the State Electricity Commission, Department of Works, Department of Civil Aviation (who made available a diesel alternator for emergency power supply), The Australian Broadcasting Commission, Stores and Buildings Branches, and Workshops, Drafting and Costing Sections.

Reports of excellent reception are being received from Metropolitan and Country viewers.”