In a significant announcement for Australian broadcasting, Georgie Gardner has confirmed she is stepping away from Channel Nine after an impressive 24-year tenure with the network.
Network Confirms Departure
Fiona Dear, Nine's head of news and current affairs, communicated the news to staff via email on Friday. In her message, Dear described Gardner as a respected member of the Nine family whose contributions have been substantial and varied.
A Versatile Career
'Her versatility as a journalist allowed her to take on reporting, hosting and presenting roles across the network,' Dear stated in the email, highlighting Gardner's adaptability and broad skill set.
Dear specifically noted that Gardner's nine years on the Today Show as newsreader and host were particularly influential. 'But it was her nine years on the Today Show as newsreader and host that firmly established Georgie as a household name,' she added, acknowledging the presenter's widespread recognition.
Gardner's Personal Reflection
Georgie Gardner herself expressed deep gratitude for her long career with the network. She described her time at Nine as an 'enormous privilege' and reflected on the diverse opportunities she has enjoyed.
'I could not be more grateful for the range of opportunities Nine has afforded me over nearly a quarter of a century,' Gardner said. 'Anchoring news bulletins across the day, as well as reporting and hosting roles on virtually every news program at the Network has been incredibly satisfying and an enormous privilege.'
Appreciation for Colleagues and Viewers
The veteran presenter also extended her thanks to those she has worked with and the audience that has followed her career. 'I will be forever thankful for having worked with countless colleagues, who are quite simply the best in the industry, and I am humbled by the knowledge that there are viewers who have followed my career,' she continued.
Final Broadcast Date
Gardner's final bulletin with Channel Nine is scheduled for Friday, 17 April 2026, marking the end of an era for the network and Australian television news. The announcement has generated considerable attention within media circles, with further details about her departure and future plans expected to emerge in the coming weeks.
