He already does. On ABC Radio National.
I agree, but I think it’ll most likely be a Melbourne based presenter. Unless Sarah wants to permanently move to Melbourne.
Big result for Seven Melbourne on the public holiday.
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needs to be consistent and not a ‘on off’. A 1 point win to Collingwood as a lead in no doubt helped
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Looks like a Nine News Brisbane add with all the cash floating around.
“Fighting For Your Money” Do they want to get it? 
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Maybe Ann Sanders could semi-retire, in the way Jo Hall worked at Nine post-2011? Not just news updates be it just Sydney or national earlier, but become a mentor in the newsroom for younger journos, fill-in, etc.
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Or keep working if that’s what she wants?
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Critical blood supply campaign back on Seven
Real-time 7NEWS Blood Supply Updates driving donors to Lifeblood
The Seven Network, Lifeblood and Clemenger BBDO have joined forces again in 2025 to address Australia’s ongoing need for new blood donors, after last year’s campaign successfully encouraged thousands of Australians to donate blood.
Leading up to World Blood Donor Day (Saturday, 14 June 2025), this year’s campaign is building on the success of 2024 through strategic media activations and real-time updates on current blood supply levels.
Last year’s market-first campaign delivered a 187% surge in new donor appointments during the 7NEWS Blood Supply Update broadcast windows and 199,300 visits to the Blood Supply landing page.
Seven’s Director of News and Current Affairs, Ray Kuka, said this year, the real-time local blood supply updates are included in Seven’s National News at Noon, as well as local 6pm news bulletins, reaching even more Australians.
“7NEWS will always do its bit to support our communities, and these Lifeblood updates are a powerful call to action for life-saving donations,” said Mr Kuka.
“Our 7NEWS Blood Supply Updates give viewers clear, real-time information on where blood is in short supply across the country, urging Australians to take immediate action.”
Seven’s Victorian Agency Sales Manager, Bethany Hainsworth, said television’s ability to maximise reach, create conversations, and drive behavioural change was instrumental in the campaign’s success in 2024.
“By making donation needs highly visible and relevant, the 7NEWS Blood Supply Update played a pivotal role in shifting audience behaviour from passive awareness to active participation,” said Ms Hainsworth.
“We’re delivering live and relevant blood supply updates directly to viewers, ensuring people understood that a single blood donation can mean the difference between life and death for someone in need.”
With demand for blood at a 12-year-high, Lifeblood’s Head of Growth Marketing, Jude Leon, said the campaign aims to raise awareness of the ongoing need for blood, encourage donations and make donations easier.
“Last year’s campaign proved when we connect with Australians through the right channels, we can create real change. We’re calling on all Australians to continue this momentum and help ensure our blood supply remains strong,” said Ms Leon.
“The integration of real-time blood supply updates into 7NEWS was a game-changer because it kept the importance of blood donations front and centre, and drove immediate online engagement with Lifeblood’s services.”
Clemenger BBDO’s Head of Product, Frank Curcio, said: “Being a part of the shared passion, collaboration and purpose with Seven and Lifeblood has been incredibly rewarding.
“The work reflects Clemenger BBDO’s commitment to doing big things – bold ideas driven by purpose. Together, we’ve created something meaningful that will help save lives and strengthen our community’s vital blood supply,” Mr Curcio said.
2024 Campaign
During the 2024 Blood Supply campaign, Lifeblood leveraged Seven’s expansive reach to engage Australians through trusted environments and high-impact moments, including:
A live weather activation on Sunrise featuring blood donors and expert insights.
On-air segments in The Morning Show highlighting donor stories and community impact.
AFL pre-match integrations delivering powerful calls to action during key game moments and aligning with the AFL’s blood rule.
Highly integrated real-time blood supply updates on 7NEWS, creating a sense of urgency and driving immediate action.
The 2024 campaign delivered exceptional results, demonstrating the power of television in driving meaningful social impact and changing behaviours:
199,300 visits to the Blood Supply landing page.
56,000+ searches for “blood supply”, leading to increased engagement.
A 187% surge in new donor appointments during the 7NEWS broadcast window.
14,727 total new blood donor registrations, fuelling critical blood supply levels.
To learn more and register to donate, visit www.lifeblood.com.au or search “blood supply”.
Thank goodness it’s not the horoscopes or the mark humphries skit
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Gonna say something (maybe?) controversial. On the Adelaide news tonight, Will open without the traditional “good evening”, and it sounded extremely wrong?
Is it me? Or does a formal greeting that welcomes the viewer every night just sound more welcoming?
Also, to the disappointment of maybe a few, a live cross to Blake Johnson mentioned him as “aviation editor” 
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He’s been referred to that for a while.
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Why can’t she keep reading news?
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It was in response to the comments about Seven’s new national afternoon program and the local afternoon news’ possibly being axed/rested, as well as Natarsha Belling’s position at the network. Just hypotheticals. I personally hope Ann stays around until she wishes to actually retire 
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High Steaks: Anthony De Ceglie talks about leaving Seven and his plans for Perth Bears
The newly appointed boss of the Perth Bears NRL franchise talks to Buzz Rothfield about his tumultuous departure from Channel 7 – and the bitter media pile-on that followed.
Some excerpts
“I learnt a long time ago to ignore the noise. At the end of the day, I’ve always been the sort of person to take bold steps, take risks and swing for home runs,” De Ceglie says.
“It would be pretty ironic if I was to complain about criticism when I’ve been an editor of a tabloid newspaper.
“I don’t think I’d do anything differently. You’ve got to take chances and you’ve got to be prepared to fail.”
He insists has no regrets.
“Not at all,” he said. “I had 6½ years at Seven West Media and cherished every minute of it.
“The opportunity in the NRL came at the right time in my life – that why I left.”
The whispering campaign against him has been vicious, with his decision to introduce horoscopes and satire into the nightly news bulletins brought up as examples of a leader who was out of his depth rather than innovative.
If De Ceglie is hurt by the criticism he is not showing it. He’s upbeat, buoyant and confident as we sit down for a steak in the (Norths Leagues) club bistro.
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Because the writing was on the wall. He knew Seven would sack him. It was only a matter of time.
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And every decision at Seven was a strike. His only legacy will be tarnishing the news division and turning it into a national laughing stock.
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I get the desire to try something different and take some risks. But as anyone who has ever watched Moneyball knows, sometimes you just have to get on base, and every time he stepped up to bat, he struck out.