Kevin Crease dies.

From Australian-Media.com.au;

The face of Channel Nine in Adelaide, Kevin Crease, has died. He retired from his presenting role last month, after it was revealed he was suffering from cancer. Signs of trouble appeared in February, when his on-air colleague, Rob Kelvin, announced that he was "unwell".

The 71 year old was the first person to appear on Adelaide television over 47 years ago, and has co-presented the station's nightly news bulletin for almost 20 years.

Although Crease spent most of his time with Channel 9, he had also worked for Channel 7, Adelaide radio station 5AD, and Don Dunstan (former SA Premier) as his press secretary for 2 years in the mid 70s.

General manager of Channel 9 Adelaide, Mark Colson, said it was a "sad day for all of us" at Channel 9. The station has been inundated with calls since his departure from the news desk in February.

"He was such a part of the station, a legend not only to us, but all the Adelaide viewers who grew up with him in the last 47 years."

News Director Tony Agars said "He set the benchmark, he was a most generous man in all respects, willing to pass on his knowledge to those who worked with him.

"He loved nothing more than to work with the young reporters and others to encourage and help them on their way."

"Our thoughts are now with Kevin's family, particularly his son, Tom, whom he adored."

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Wow. I simply can't believe that the veteran of South Australian television has passed away, and that only a month ago he announced his retirement. Just a fantastic bloke who deserved to live for so much more longer.

RIP Kev. You'll be missed.

Two complete idiots. One argument.

Whoever wins, we lose.



O'Reilly and Rivera, both Fox News Presenters, both complete idiots, argue like 6 year olds live on The O'Reilly Factor on Fox News America.

Seven's 4.30 news, live from Syd... No Melbou... No wait, Sydney.

Remember how Seven decided to move the 4.30 news from Melbourne to Sydney, and decided to dump Rebecca Maddern for Mike Amor? We all know how that turned out. Mike bombed, and Samantha took over... But could it be that 7 have decided to bring back Rebecca Maddern? Is she back for good, or just filling in for Samantha?

It's a bit confusing; I can't see why they couldn't have gotten Bec to present from Melbourne instead of the commute to Sydney, unless she was already there.

Rove returns.

You've got to admire his courage; only late last year his wife Belinda Emmett passed away, and Rove's already back on our screens- but without sounding insensitive, was the show any good? Was it an improvement on last year?

In short, it's hard to tell. Only early days, given the first show should have been expected to be a tad awkward, but I really think Rove handled himself well... Except for the first joke which was just terrible... But hey, that's our Rove.

The opener isn't good. It's a tad dull and boring, and just needs a voice over. It seems boring just having a music track, and having the hosts flash on screen, and the guests.
The new set looks good; maybe a bit too dark. But I'm confused with the city skyline on the screen behind Rove... It's the Sydney skyline, yet the show is located in Melbourne. Eh. I guess it'll shut the 'Melbourne centric' whiners up. I really like how they've gotten rid of the sofa area where Rove interviews his guests. They're now all interviewed at the desk, with the large sofa on the side of the set is where the past guests of the nights show sit, along with the co-hosts.

Speaking of which, to the co-hosts. Pete is great as usual, Carrie is good but only when she's reading the 'news'. She just doesn't seem funny being herself. Hughsie is good, even though he messed up from the start. Hamish and Andy... Uh... Can't say I've ever really been a fan of these guys, and I didn't change my opinion on them from tonights show.

The show also seemed a bit rushed, didn't really have too much of the token Rove random humour. No 'What the...?' which is a disappointment.

All up, for his first night back, I'll give the show a thumbs up. I think it's got a long way to go before it's classed as great viewing, but from tonight I'd say it's starting to look better than the previous seasons.

Changes on Today.

In a Mediaocre exclusive, I can reveal that in May the Today Show will undergo another host reshuffle... with, wait for it, everyone's favourite Richard Wilkins taking over the role of male host, and Gian Rooney taking the female host position.

News and sports presenters will remain the same. So, is this enough to top Sunrise? God no. These choices are pathetic. What the hell are Nine thinking?

edit: Geez, some people need to learn to highlight text :P.

Kath and Kim head to Channel Seven.
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Well, all I can say is that wasn't expected. The ABC would be horrified by the fact they've lost one of their most recognised and most popular programs moving to a commercial network.

Hopefully, the series doesn't tame itself down. Seven would be stoked.

AFL on Ten.