ABC names David Chau to replace Alan Kohler as finance presenter
Jessica Irvine has been named money correspondent.
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What happened
Australian broadcaster ABC has appointed David Chau as its new finance presenter, replacing veteran finance reporter Alan Kohler. Jessica Irvine has been appointed as the broadcaster's money correspondent. Kohler was set to present his final finance report and leave ABC's Melbourne studios after a 31-year career.
Why it matters
The changes mark the departure of a long-serving finance journalist from the public broadcaster. Chau takes over the finance presenter role as Irvine joins as money correspondent.
Timeline
- Oct 11, 8:00 PM ET: ABC announced David Chau would replace Alan Kohler as finance presenter, with Jessica Irvine appointed money correspondent.
- Oct 13, 9:10 PM ET: Alan Kohler was set to walk out of ABC's Melbourne studios after presenting his final finance report, ending a 31-year career.
Coverage
- Finance presenter Alan Kohler to sign off from ABC for final time (ABC News (Australia))
- ABC appoints David Chau to replace veteran finance reporter Alan Kohler (The Guardian)
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