Richard Morecroft, veteran ABC news presenter, dies aged 70 after cancer diagnosis
Anthony Albanese fondly recalled Morecroft – a passionate environmental advocate – keeping an infant flying fox under his desk as he presented the newsGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe former ABC news presenter Richard Morecroft…
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Anthony Albanese fondly recalled Morecroft – a passionate environmental advocate – keeping an infant flying fox under his desk as he presented the news
The former ABC news presenter Richard Morecroft has been remembered as “one of the great broadcasters of his generation” and a “trusted presence” for Australians after his death at the age of 70.
Morecroft presented ABC’s 7pm news bulletin for almost 20 years until 2002 and was a fixture on screens.
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