ABC presenter Lisa Millar shocked viewers on Wednesday morning when she announced live on-air that she would be leaving . The TV presenter and journalist joined the program in 2018 and became the permanent co-host alongside Michael Rowland the following year. Lisa told viewers that she would finish up with the show on Friday, August 23, but will continue with her other presenting duties on ABC.
She currently narrates the Logie-nominated reality series , is a guest presenter on , and co-hosts the podcast . “What a blast the past five years has been, whether it was interviewing prime ministers and global thought leaders or getting karaoke encouragement from my childhood idol Gladys Knight,” she said. “In 35 years of journalism I’ve never done anything so exciting, unpredictable, and fun.
It’s only worked because of the awesome team in front of the cameras and behind the scenes who kept me laughing.” She went on to thank viewers for allowing her in their homes each morning and said she’s “loved sharing breakfast” with them all. “I’m excited to hit the road and discover more of the incredible stories that make up the remarkable tapestry of our culture,” she continued.
“There are so many adventures ahead, whether it be with or new projects we’re cooking up. What a privilege it is to be a part of that future.” Fellow ABC presenter Leigh Sales shared a heartfelt post following Lisa's announcement saying that her departure is a “huge loss” for “But.