Popular 2GB newsreader suddenly quits and reveals shocking career move
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In a surprising turn of events that left many listeners in a state of disbelief, award-winning 2GB newsreader Amie Meehan has decided to hang up her microphone after a remarkable 20-year tenure.
The veteran journalist, who has covered everything from the death of Queen Elizabeth II to significant medical breakthroughs, is making a significant career pivot.
She's moving from the fast-paced world of radio to the strategic realm of public relations.
Meehan's illustrious career in radio has spanned 20 years, during which she has become one of Australia's most recognised and respected voices.
Her tenure at 2GB saw her covering some of the world's most significant news stories, including natural disasters, state and federal elections, and groundbreaking medical advancements.
Her dedication and skill in the field have not gone unnoticed.
Meehan has been honoured with the Australian Commercial Radio Award for Best News Presenter AM three times, most recently for her role on Ben Fordham Live on 2GB.
However, Meehan's career has not been without its challenges.
In 2018, she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer.
Despite this, she continued to fulfil her role as a newsreader nearly every day, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to her profession.
After undergoing 25 rounds of radiation and going into remission the following year, she shared her battle with the disease in an interview that moved veteran radio host Ray Hadley to tears.
Meehan's resilience extended beyond her personal life.
Along with her husband, she raised over $12,000 for the Cancer Council in the Sh**box Rally in 2023, taking a $1000 car on a 3,000km journey in just seven days.
Meehan read her last broadcast before Christmas and is now set to work as a Campaign Director for the PR agency, In the Media PR.
'Amie will miss the loyal listeners and the great staff she has worked with but is excited to still be in the business of storytelling,' a spokesperson from the PR agency said.
In her new role, she will use her journalistic skills to help clients 'speak to their audience through the media'.
'I'm excited about this move and joining such an experienced team,' Meehan said.
'I'll still be using my journalistic skills to tell stories, but in this case, helping companies stand out in a media environment that's often saturated with content and noise.'
While her alarm won’t be going off at 3:30 am anymore, her early mornings will still persist due to the agency’s 'whole team on deck by 7:30 am' policy.
'The continued focus on self and career development, as well as the flexibility provided at In The Media PR, enabling me to work remotely, also attracted me to the role,' Meehan added.
Her new team includes former colleague and 2GB breakfast editor Emily Fagan, former rival newsreader Sarah Forster, Sky News' Melbourne Bureau's former head Ryan Van Haalen and award-winning writer Niki Waldergrave.
The agency's co-directors, former News Corp and Qantas Magazine journalist Oryana Angel and ex-Ray Hadley Morning Show Executive Producer and Newsreader Janyne Moore have welcomed Meehan as a 'perfect fit' for the role.
'We are different to traditional agencies in that we are a full team of former journalists - we still have the newsroom mindset, and we approach our work with that same energy,' Ms Angel said.
'PR professionals who really understand the media landscape are more important than ever, particularly as journalists are increasingly time-poor with constant competing deadlines.'
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The veteran journalist, who has covered everything from the death of Queen Elizabeth II to significant medical breakthroughs, is making a significant career pivot.
She's moving from the fast-paced world of radio to the strategic realm of public relations.
Meehan's illustrious career in radio has spanned 20 years, during which she has become one of Australia's most recognised and respected voices.
Her tenure at 2GB saw her covering some of the world's most significant news stories, including natural disasters, state and federal elections, and groundbreaking medical advancements.
Her dedication and skill in the field have not gone unnoticed.
Amie Meehan is leaving 2GB and joining a PR Agency. Image source: X/@amie_meehan.
Meehan has been honoured with the Australian Commercial Radio Award for Best News Presenter AM three times, most recently for her role on Ben Fordham Live on 2GB.
However, Meehan's career has not been without its challenges.
In 2018, she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer.
Despite this, she continued to fulfil her role as a newsreader nearly every day, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to her profession.
After undergoing 25 rounds of radiation and going into remission the following year, she shared her battle with the disease in an interview that moved veteran radio host Ray Hadley to tears.
Meehan's resilience extended beyond her personal life.
Along with her husband, she raised over $12,000 for the Cancer Council in the Sh**box Rally in 2023, taking a $1000 car on a 3,000km journey in just seven days.
Meehan read her last broadcast before Christmas and is now set to work as a Campaign Director for the PR agency, In the Media PR.
'Amie will miss the loyal listeners and the great staff she has worked with but is excited to still be in the business of storytelling,' a spokesperson from the PR agency said.
In her new role, she will use her journalistic skills to help clients 'speak to their audience through the media'.
'I'm excited about this move and joining such an experienced team,' Meehan said.
'I'll still be using my journalistic skills to tell stories, but in this case, helping companies stand out in a media environment that's often saturated with content and noise.'
While her alarm won’t be going off at 3:30 am anymore, her early mornings will still persist due to the agency’s 'whole team on deck by 7:30 am' policy.
'The continued focus on self and career development, as well as the flexibility provided at In The Media PR, enabling me to work remotely, also attracted me to the role,' Meehan added.
Her new team includes former colleague and 2GB breakfast editor Emily Fagan, former rival newsreader Sarah Forster, Sky News' Melbourne Bureau's former head Ryan Van Haalen and award-winning writer Niki Waldergrave.
The agency's co-directors, former News Corp and Qantas Magazine journalist Oryana Angel and ex-Ray Hadley Morning Show Executive Producer and Newsreader Janyne Moore have welcomed Meehan as a 'perfect fit' for the role.
'We are different to traditional agencies in that we are a full team of former journalists - we still have the newsroom mindset, and we approach our work with that same energy,' Ms Angel said.
'PR professionals who really understand the media landscape are more important than ever, particularly as journalists are increasingly time-poor with constant competing deadlines.'
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