1233 ABC Newcastle has announced its 2025 line-up, with Paul Culliver to present the Breakfast program, Paul Turton remaining in Mornings, Jenny Marchant moving to the Drive show and Scott Bevan continuing with Saturday Breakfast.
After co-presenting weekday Breakfast for six years Jenny Marchant said she was excited about making the switch to Drive, which airs 3:00pm-6:00pm on weekdays.
“I’m looking forward to spending afternoons talking through the news and issues that affect us in the Hunter and hearing from our listeners, who make this the best job I can imagine,” she said.
Paul Culliver said he loved the relationship he’s built with the ABC Newcastle audience over the past 14 months hosting the Drive show. In the new year he will be setting his alarm for his new Breakfast timeslot of 5:30am-9:00am weekdays.
“I hope listeners will continue to put their trust in me to present a Breakfast show they want to be a part of,” Culliver said.
“One of the best things about moving to Newcastle has been the ability to explore the region through our listeners and to learn why they love living here. I relish the discovery and surprise that happens during live radio – from hearing listeners’ silliest stories to providing a platform for the most important issues in the local community.”
Paul Turton, an ABC veteran for more than three decades, will continue to present the Morning program from 9:00-11:00am during the week.
Dan Cox will retain a strong presence in all programs, utilising his reporting background and deep audience connections.
Editor of 1233 ABC Radio Newcastle Lucia Hill said the station was looking forward to the fresh new year line-up.
“Our broadcast team does incredible work and these movements will capitalise on our team’s collective strength and unparalleled local knowledge,” she said.
“The changes will continue to grow our connection with the audience, deliver breaking stories and explore the concerns, issues and interests of the Newcastle community.”