Radio News Presenter – Northern Tasmania

About the role

ABC News is seeking an engaging Radio News Presenter for its Northern Tasmania Drive show. You will create and deliver high‑quality news content across radio and digital platforms, connecting with audiences throughout Northern Tasmania.

Key responsibilities

• Create and present distinctive news stories for local and national audiences.
• Generate original story ideas that reflect the cultural, geographic and socio‑economic diversity of Northern Tasmania and Australia.
• Engage directly with communities to identify and tell relevant local stories.
• Contribute to planning and commissioning processes to grow audience reach and engagement.
• Produce local content suitable for sharing across ABC teams and cross‑promote ABC content.

Required profile

• Passionate presenter with strong editorial judgement and a genuine interest in local storytelling.
• Demonstrated program‑making and presentation experience, including audio and cross‑platform content.
• Ability to build and maintain contacts across diverse communities.
• Dedicated team player with an instinctive understanding of the news.

Required skills

What we offer

• Base salary $91,000 – $98,000 per year plus 15.4% ABC‑nominated superannuation.
• Paid parental, carer’s and supporting‑partner leave.
• Salary packaging options.
• ABC mentoring and career development opportunities.