ABC star Helen Tzarimas announces she’s leaving the network
ABC star Helen Tzarimas announces she is leaving the network
- The presenter spent 18 years at ABC
- Broadcasters, colleagues and listeners paid tribute
A popular ABC radio presenter has shocked listeners by announcing she will be leaving the broadcaster with ‘mixed feelings’ after nearly two decades.
National news anchor Helen Tzarimas announced her shock departure from the airwaves on Friday morning.
“It is with mixed emotions that I am preparing to leave ABC and say goodbye as your radio newsreader,” she tweeted.
“It has been a pleasure and a privilege to be a voice that you have heard for over 18 years.
“My wish is that you stay informed, inspired and most of all well.”
ABC news anchor Helen Tzarimas (right) is leaving the broadcaster after 18 years
She was inundated with messages from fellow broadcasters along with past and present colleagues.
We will miss you! Thank you for all your wonderful work!” commented Julie McCrossin.
Wendy Harmer added: “Wow, what a beat, Ms. Wonderful will miss your authoritative and beautiful voice.”
Listeners were also among the many well-wishers who paid their respects.
“I’m a current ABC critic, but I’ve been listening to you for what feels like forever. You have been a constant and reliable presence on the radio and I greatly appreciate your professionalism. It’s a shame to see you leave and you will have a hard time replacing him,” wrote one.
Helen Tzarimas (right) revealed she is leaving ABC with mixed emotions
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