Austereo News has strengthened its Sydney and Melbourne teams.
In Melbourne, Andrew Hewett has signed off on a decade in programs, news, sport and AFL coverage at 3AW to tackle the role of Breakfast News on 3 TripleM.
Austereo’s National News Director Steve Speziale told radioinfo
Andrew’s broad experience and drive to carve out a new chapter in his career are a large part of what makes him a great fit for Triple M Breakfast News. He’s a committed professional who takes great pride in his work. Andrew joins Austereo’s Melbourne news team early November.
Andrew Hewett’s appointment follows the arrival of Abby Dinham (ex-Fox sports news, ABC Radio News and FM music radio).
In Sydney, Matt McDonald has returned to Austereo News after taking a break earlier this year.
Steve said
Matt has taken on the critical role of Breakfast News Editor working with 2DAY’s Geoff Field and 2TripleM’sSarah Crabb. He will set up the morning and our day and will step up to present breakfast news as needed.
Melissa Britten has joined Austereo Sydney from 2GB News.