Sara Sally Takes Over ABC Radio National Breakfast

Sara Sally has been appointed as the new host of ABC Radio National Breakfast, taking over from Patricia Karvelas, who announced her departure after three years in the role. Karvelas will transition to a new position in 2025 as the host of Afternoon Briefing and continue her work on Q+A and The Party Room podcast. Sally, a seasoned journalist and former foreign correspondent, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity and her commitment to engaging audiences with comprehensive news coverage. Karvelas's departure comes amid declining ratings for RN Breakfast, which has sparked a broader conversation about the program's future and the ABC's ambitions for higher audience engagement. ABC executives have praised both Karvelas and Sally, emphasizing their journalistic expertise and the fresh perspectives they bring to their respective roles. The changes reflect a strategic shift within the ABC to enhance its political coverage and audience reach.