Richard Lane | |
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| Born | Richard Hamilton Lane 18 January 1918 Coogee, Sydney, Australia |
| Died | 20 February 2008 (aged 90) Sydney, Australia |
| Occupation(s) | Dramatist and playwright |
| Known for | Writing radio and television drama |
| Spouse | Lynne Murphy |
Richard Hamilton Lane (OAM), (18 January 1918 – 20 February 2008) was an Australian writer (dramatist and playwright) known particularly for his skillful adaptation of plays and films for radio. He is often called the father of Australian radio drama. His career spanned more than 60 years, and he is recognised not only for his writing achievements but for his contribution to the Australian Writers' Guild. He also wrote for television, and was described after his death as "luminary of the Australian radio and television industries".