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network. It can also be listened to online. Initially hosted by Peter Thompson from 1994, the program has been hosted by

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now hosts the program.

History

The program was hosted by Peter Thompson from 1994, who took a break from the show between 1999 and 2002 before rejoining for a further two years. At the end of 2004 he left the show again, citing his reason for resignation as being simply too much work for one person. Fran Kelly took over as host in March 2005; she announced her retirement from the position on 21 October 2021, saying that after 17 years, she needed to reclaim her sleep. In December 2021,

was announced as Kelly's replacement. The program is broadcast in two segments (6.00 to 7.00 and 7.30 to 8.30) before and after the current affairs program AM at 7.00. A weekend edition, called ''Saturday Extra'', is hosted by journalist

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and is broadcast from 7.30 am to 9.00 am

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. The program begins officially at 6.10 am following the hourly news broadcast. The news broadcasts are state-based and occur on the hour, every hour, with the traditional "Majestic Fanfare" tune. About four items are presented each hour, with longer items earlier in the program. These include a mix of reports from ABC correspondents, reports from the

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History

Hosts

Contributors

Recognition and acclaim

References

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