Authorities catch famous ABC presenter making this mistake! What happened?
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Life in the fast lane often comes with its own set of challenges.
For one of ABC's stars, the early morning rush and the demands of a high-profile job led to a series of mishaps that cost him more than just a slap on the wrist.
Former ABC News Breakfast presenter Tony Armstrong found himself on the wrong side of Melbourne's parking regulations.
The 35-year-old sports presenter racked up a series of parking fines outside the ABC's Melbourne studio.
These fines totalled a hefty sum of $687.
However, as the fines went unpaid, the Melbourne Magistrates Court increased the amount.
According to the Herald Sun, Armstrong's fines went up to $1016.50, which included additional costs and late fees.
The matter escalated to court after Armstrong failed to settle the fines with the Melbourne City Council.
Fortunately for Armstrong, no conviction was recorded.
Still, the incident should be a reminder of the importance of keeping on top of such mundane tasks, even when life gets hectic.
The parking fines were accumulated during Tony Armstrong's final months on News Breakfast, between June and August of last year.
The show's early broadcast required Armstrong and his colleagues to be in the studio early in the morning.
As he parted ways with the morning show, Armstrong expressed a desire to work on 'slower things'.
Throughout his time with ABC News Breakfast, Armstrong also saw several controversies.
He was previously called out by ABC for doing voice-overs for NRMA Insurance, all while still working on the program.
Media Watch's stand-in host, Janine Perrett, highlighted the lack of approval from the broadcaster for this external job.
According to ABC's Editorial Policy, while external jobs are not outright banned, accepting these types of work entails 'very high risk'.
ABC responded to the revelation and stated that Armstrong's voice-over work was done without its knowledge, which was chalked up to a 'misunderstanding with Tony's external representation'.
Despite the hiccup, the ABC affirmed its support for Armstrong, who they considered as a 'high valued employee'.
During his final appearance on ABC News Breakfast, Armstrong addressed the controversy with humility and admitted that it had been a 'funny old week' for him.
He reflected on his three-year journey with the show and acknowledged the opportunities and experiences it provided him.
Tony Armstrong is now the host of an outdoor lifestyle show, Eat The Invaders, on ABC iview.
He also recently debuted as a children's literature writer as he launched his first book, George the Wizard.
Tony Armstrong's story should be a cautionary tale for all of us, as life's little details could spiral into significant issues.
It's a reminder that no matter how busy we are, we must attend to responsibilities or face the consequences later on.
Have you ever found yourself in situations similar to those of Tony Armstrong? How do you manage the small yet important details in your busy life? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below!
For one of ABC's stars, the early morning rush and the demands of a high-profile job led to a series of mishaps that cost him more than just a slap on the wrist.
Former ABC News Breakfast presenter Tony Armstrong found himself on the wrong side of Melbourne's parking regulations.
The 35-year-old sports presenter racked up a series of parking fines outside the ABC's Melbourne studio.
These fines totalled a hefty sum of $687.
However, as the fines went unpaid, the Melbourne Magistrates Court increased the amount.
Tony Armstrong has been working on another show on ABC iview. Image Credit: Instagram/Tony Armstrong
According to the Herald Sun, Armstrong's fines went up to $1016.50, which included additional costs and late fees.
The matter escalated to court after Armstrong failed to settle the fines with the Melbourne City Council.
Fortunately for Armstrong, no conviction was recorded.
Still, the incident should be a reminder of the importance of keeping on top of such mundane tasks, even when life gets hectic.
The parking fines were accumulated during Tony Armstrong's final months on News Breakfast, between June and August of last year.
The show's early broadcast required Armstrong and his colleagues to be in the studio early in the morning.
As he parted ways with the morning show, Armstrong expressed a desire to work on 'slower things'.
Throughout his time with ABC News Breakfast, Armstrong also saw several controversies.
He was previously called out by ABC for doing voice-overs for NRMA Insurance, all while still working on the program.
Media Watch's stand-in host, Janine Perrett, highlighted the lack of approval from the broadcaster for this external job.
According to ABC's Editorial Policy, while external jobs are not outright banned, accepting these types of work entails 'very high risk'.
ABC responded to the revelation and stated that Armstrong's voice-over work was done without its knowledge, which was chalked up to a 'misunderstanding with Tony's external representation'.
Despite the hiccup, the ABC affirmed its support for Armstrong, who they considered as a 'high valued employee'.
During his final appearance on ABC News Breakfast, Armstrong addressed the controversy with humility and admitted that it had been a 'funny old week' for him.
He reflected on his three-year journey with the show and acknowledged the opportunities and experiences it provided him.
Tony Armstrong is now the host of an outdoor lifestyle show, Eat The Invaders, on ABC iview.
He also recently debuted as a children's literature writer as he launched his first book, George the Wizard.
Tony Armstrong's story should be a cautionary tale for all of us, as life's little details could spiral into significant issues.
It's a reminder that no matter how busy we are, we must attend to responsibilities or face the consequences later on.
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