Hamish Macdonald Named New Host of Radio Sydney Mornings

The award-winning journalist steps into the role after Sarah Macdonald's controversial departure, as ABC Radio Sydney undergoes significant changes.

Hamish Macdonald will host ABC Radio Sydney's Mornings program four days a week, beginning next Monday, with Kathryn Robinson hosting Fridays.
The appointment follows the abrupt removal of Sarah Macdonald, whose departure sparked backlash from listeners and staff in late 2024.
ABC Radio Sydney has introduced a revamped presenter line-up, including Dom Knight hosting Saturday Mornings and Rae Johnston taking over Sunday Mornings.
The changes come as the station faces pressure to improve ratings after a challenging 2024 and to better engage new and existing audiences under new management.
Katrina Palmer, the newly appointed station manager, emphasized rebuilding connections with Sydney audiences from the station's new Parramatta Square studios.