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Denise Drysdale


Australia's 1st lady of television and also one of our most sought after celebrities for MC duties and speaking engagements.
Denise also performs with her band The Double D's in a hilarious floorshow combining her flair for comedy with singing performances of all your favourites. Australia's answer to "Lucille Ball" Denise is loved by audiences all over the country.
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Catriona Rowntree


Catriona Rowntree studied journalism before working as a researcher with Business Review Weekly and Prime Television.

In 1991 she moved to FM radio as a newsreader and music program host, first in community radio and then with the ABC's youth FM radio station, Triple J, where she presented until 1996.

Former host of the Nine Network's series Wonder World!, she is best-known as a presenter for the network's highly successful travel series, Getaway.

A polished presenter and assured compere or master of ceremonies, Catriona will help make your function or event a very special occasion.
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Grant Denyer


Grant Denyer is instantly recognisable as one of Channel 7's favourite faces. He first came to the Seven Network as the loveable weather guy on Sunrise in 2003. Grant is the perfect host for corporate events. His fresh, entertaining and professional delivery make events fun affairs to attend, not sleep-inducing ordeals. Grant has that boy-next-door appeal that mums, brothers, sisters and fathers can relate to.

Dicko


In 2007 Dicko accepts the inevitable and returns to Australian Idol as a judge for series 5. "I've enjoyed my time away from Idol but I love music and there is no better opportunity for young undiscovered Australian talent to present themselves than on our show". He’s now back! And has found himself in Melbourne alongside Chrissie Swan & Dave O’Neill as part of Vega 91.5’s all new breakfast line up.

David Reyne


David Reyne is a name and face that Australian’s have known for two decades. As Co-host of ‘9AM with David & Kim’ on Network Ten, David brings over 20 years experience as a reporter, writer, actor and musician to an entertaining and informative morning show alternative for Australian Television.

Pete Smith


Pete Smith: Pete Smith is the voice over king of Australian TV. Pete has had an extensive career performing voice-overs, comedy routines, radio spots, quiz shows, telethons, and anything else that comes his way, showing his versatility as well as his amazing talent! Pete Smith started out at Channel 9 in 1963, home of the Graham Kennedy program 'In Melbourne Tonight', in which he presented commercials, appeared in comedy sketches and on several occasions, acted as compere. Pete was also involved with Ernie Sigley and Denise Drysdale on their weekday morning program 'Ernie and Denise'. Pete was also the long-time announcer whose voice used to boom out nightly to welcome viewers to the world's richest television quiz 'Sale Of The Century' and is currently the longest serving on air personality at GTV 9 in Melbourne
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John Blackman


John Blackman is recognised as the master of the quick quip. His voice has been described as 'gentlemanly, sardonic, resonant, glib', and his humour as 'droll, spontaneous, mischievous and laconic'.

As successful in radio as he is in television, John Blackman is also an extensively sought after compere and host for a range of formal, social and corporate occasions.
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Eddie McGuire


Eddie McGuire: Nine Network personality and former co-host of Channel Nine's hugely successful The Footy Show, is one of football's most familiar faces. Eddie began his media career at age 14 as a football statistician with the Herald Newspaper. He joined Australian Associated Press as a cricket writer and continued reporting with them until 1982 when he joined Network Ten as a sports reporter for Ten Eyewitness News, where he remained until 1993. In 1998 Eddie began presenting the sports report for Triple M radio. He is now the current president of Collingwood football club.
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David Koch


Before Sunrise, David Koch was a pure finance nerd. He's still one of Australia's foremost business and finance commentators but his first love now is teaming up with Mel to host Australia's number one breakfast program.

David Koch still maintains his passion for money matters and is heard on radio stations around Australia and writes finance columns for New Idea and AFR Investor.

A survey conducted by Money Management newspaper recognised David Koch as one of the 10 most influential people in establishing the retail financial services industry. A Reader's Digest survey found he is also one of the top 25 most trusted people in Australia.
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Peter Mitchell


Peter Mitchell’s face is very familiar to those tuning into Seven Nightly News in Melbourne. He’s been an integral part of television news for almost 25 years as a reporter, producer and presenter. Peter has been the weeknight anchor for Melbourne’s Seven Nightly News since 2001 and is under contract to that position until 2009. Seven News is number one in Melbourne with a YTD lead of 2.66%. This year, Peter has taken on an extra role as the entertainment reporter for Melbourne Weekender - a lifestyle programme showcasing leisure activities in and around the city.

Michael Roberts


Born in Melbourne in 1959, Michael has moved from being an elite VFL/AFL footballer to a respected sports journalist over the past two decades. The son of St. Kilda Brownlow medallist and club legend Neil Roberts, Michael played for St. Kilda, Richmond and Fitzroy between 1978 and 1987 and represented Victoria against Western Australia in “State of Origin” football in 1981. He combined his football life with 10 years of modelling (6 years on “Sale of the Century”) before starting a sports media career in 1988 at Channel Seven (HSV 7) as a sports journalist, producer and presenter.
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Stefan Dennis


Was bitten by the showbiz bug at a very early age, and started showing his genuine interest in music and acting at the age of 7. He was only 11 years old when he started in Amateur Theatre. By the age of 14 Stefan was convinced he wanted to go into the entertainment business. He started working in TV in programmes such as The Sullivan's, Cop Shop, Skyways, Carson's law, Prisoner, Young Doctors and many others. His big break in the acting world - In 1985 Stefan landed a role in Neighbours.

Tom Oliver


Lou and Harold were at high school together and both vied for the attentions of Madge Ramsay , who ended up marrying someone else and moving away. Years later, Harold and Madge were reunited, but Lou, a bit of a ladies man, also turned up in Erinsborough and continued to try to romance Madge over the years. While Harold was missing, presumed dead, Madge and Lou became engaged, but ended up calling it off. Lou is the local entrepreneur, owning and/or running several Erinsborough businesses and Ramsay St houses.

Tim Campbell


Tim Campbell is a natural all round entertainer. He sings, acts and presents with easy knock-about warmth and infectious style. "From what I saw today it is clear that Tim will be the next big star of Australian musical theatre. " "Tim Campbell sings better Jonny O'Keefe songs better than J. O'K did!" "Tim Campbell reveals a huge depth of talent in the demanding role of O'Keefe." "Tim can really sing, sing, sing!" Tim is also a highly sought-after MC and performer for corporate events, working for many high profile clients.

Anne Fulwood


Is one of Australian television's best-known and most respected journalists. Former host of Channel 7's Late News, Anne now operates her own media consultancy company.

An engaging, entertaining and much sought after speaker, Anne Fulwood's topics range from foreign and current affairs, business, politics, conservation and environment, sport, the wine industry and the media.
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Daryl Somers


Born in Melbourne in 1951, Daryl Somers (or "Dazza" as Sonia Kruger likes to call him) made his first appearance on television as a contestant on the talent show New Faces in 1968, aged just 17.
Daryl is most well known for his hosting achievements with the long running Hey Hey It's Saturday and more recently Dancing With The Stars programmes.
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Dennis Lillee


Think cricket and just behind Don Bradman, Dennis Lillee would spring close to mind. Perhaps the greatest fast bowler that Australia has ever produced, he would often get batsmen out through sheer terror!Now working at the Dennis Lillee Fast Bowling Academy a specialised cricket program, aimed at boosting the levees of fast bowlers in Australia.
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Paul Mercurio


An amazing guest speaker with a remarkable story to tell! In 1992 Paul Mercurio formed the Australian Choreographic Ensemble, which produced and toured new work extensively throughout Australia. his choreographic credits include over thirty dance theatre works. He has also choreographed for TV commercials, TV dramas and 4 feature films including some of the sequences in Strictly Ballroom and Will Smiths' feature film - "I Robot."

Gabriel Gate


Is a chef with an international reputation as a cookery author, television presenter and cookery teacher. Gabriel was born in the Loire Valley of France in 1955. Whilst his father grew the family fruit and vegetables and made wine from the small family vineyard, his grandmother was an excellent cook and passed on the joys of cooking to her grandson .Gabriel was born in an old castle (converted into a local hospital of course)

Iain Hewitson


Was born in Otaki, New Zealand, in 1948 and, for over 30 years, has been a Chef/ Restaurateur in both Australia and New Zealand. From a family with a keen interest in food, Ian was first introduced to the industry by his elder brother, Don, who for the past 29 years has owned and operated a number of leading London wine bars and restaurants. Admittedly, Ian's first involvement in kitchens was not in a position of great prestige.

Jennifer Hansen


My interest in writing began at school where I contributed to the school magazine. I then studied for an Arts Degree at Melbourne University) majoring in English Literature and Criminology) and wrote for the student publication, Farrago. While at university I worked part time, writing for a local newspaper, "The Southern Cross", and a Sunday metropolitan newspaper, "The Sunday Observer". At the beginning of third year Uni, I applied for a cadetship at Channel Ten, starting immediately! It was a tough year doing both - studying full-time and working five days a week, but tit was worth it, to finally complete my degree (and pass!) and to start working in the television industry.
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Max Walker


In the space of five decades Max Walker has travelled an amazing journey from schoolboy sporting prodigy to one of the most recognisable faces and voice in Australia. Along the way he managed to play Test Cricket for Australia in a golden era, VFL/AFL football for the Melbourne Football Club, take center stage in the sports media arena and author 13 books.Max is also a successful entrepreneur with directorships in a number of companies. Academically, he qualified from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology with a Fellowship Diploma of Architecture and practiced as an architect for 10 years.
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Molly Meldrum


Molly Meldrum: Needs no introduction.

"Do Yourself A Favour", Molly is one of the most recognised faces in the music industry
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Nikki Buckley


Has developed into one of Australia's most recognised female faces over the last ten years. She began her career in modelling before moving into television as co-host of Channel 10's Blind Date. Nikki then became a regular model on Channel 9's hit show, Sale of the Century, before gaining the position of co-host in 1994. During her six years in this role, Nikki became a well respected household name.

Red Symons


(born June 13, 1949 in Brighton, England) is an Australian musician, writer, and radio host, probably best known as the snide judge of "Red Faces", a The Gong Show-esque segment of the long-running Hey Hey It's Saturday variety television show.Born in England, he emigrated to Australia (on the same boat as the members of the Bee Gees) as a child in 1958. He went to Upwey High School in Victoria.
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Lisa Curry-Kenny


Is well-known for her highly successful swimming career. She is now one of Australia's most popular keynote motivational speakers and is a Director of Curry Kenny Group Pty Ltd! Lisa Curry Kenny, the winner of 15 gold, seven silver and eight bronze International medals, is the only Australian swimmer to have held Commonwealth and Australian records in every stroke except backstroke. She competed in three Olympics; Moscow in 1980, Los Angeles in 1984 and Barcelona in 1992.
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Tom Hafey


Former super coach and media identity, footy legend Tom Hafey has many claims to fame. Tom is now available as a speaker at any function or event!
For over 25 years Tom Hafey has motivated thousands of individuals to greater levels of personal performance. His reputation for developing sporting teams is legendary. Many organisations and individuals have benefited from a breakfast, afternoon or motivational dinner with Tommy. Tom speaks on teamwork and motivation, and has acted as a great stimulus to many groups including National Mutual, LJ Hooker, Commercial Union, Wormalds, CIG and Australia Post.

Geoff Jansz


Australias favourite master chef, Geoff Jansz, is now available for special appearances!
Geoff's versatile cooking styles, excellent public speaking skills and good looks will be a hit at your next food function.
As seen on Network Nine's FRESH TV show Australia wide, Geoff's experience as a chef, and his experience as a presenter are the perfect combination for any event.

Ron Barassi


Ron Barassi is a legend of AFL. Although retired, his lifelong involvement in football continues. Now involved in the media and with public-speaking, Ron keeps himself busy and is available to speak, or MC at your event! Ron Barassi is regarded by many people as the greatest ever Australian Rules Coach. As a player Barassi participated in over 250 League Games which included six VFL (now AFL) Premierships with Melbourne Football Club. Barassi was always noted for his incredible desire, determination and will to win, and throughout the 70's was the 'number one' coach of the VFL. Barassi now occupies himself with a wide variety of business, media and personal interests, which include a lucrative public-speaking career and an on-air role at Fox Footy.

Ian Smith


As the fuddy-duddy patriarch of Neighbours, actor Ian Smith has one of the most recognisable and best-loved faces on Australian television. Over nearly 20 years, millions have watched Harold Bishop's life unfold in all its sudsy drama: the marriage to and death of his beloved Madge Ramsey, countless displays of heroics, a stockmarket loss and a lottery win, the shooting death of his daughter and, that chestnut of soap opera storylines, his loss at sea and subsequent reappearance, years later, suffering from amnesia.

Alan Fletcher


To millions of people all around the world he is Doctor Karl Kennedy from Australia�s longest running drama �Neighbours�. Alan has portrayed the role of Dr Karl for 11 years of the programs 20 year history. An actor for 30 years Alan has performed in over 50 theatrical productions, numerous television programs, mini-series and feature films and written and performed for radio drama and comedy.
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Ray Meagher


Plays Alf Stewart - Home & Away

Kate Ritchie


Played Sally Fletcher - Home & Away
Now a regular host on the seven network

Jessica Tovey


Plays Belle Taylor - Home & Away

Paul O'Brien


Plays Jack Holden - Home And Away

Ada Nicodemou


Plays Leah Patterson-Baker - Home And Away

Cornelia Frances


Plays Morag Bellingham - Home And Away
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