Susie O’Neill’s replacement on Nova Brisbane’s breakfast radio show revealed to be Nikki Osborne
A replacement has been officially named to take over Susie O’Neill’s coveted job on the Nova Brisbane breakfast show.
Last month, the Olympic champion, 51, announced she was hanging up her headphones after 10 years in the role.
It was confirmed today that Nikki Osborne will join the brand new Ash, Luttsy & Nikki Osborne show in 2025.
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The popular Australian comedian will join Ash Bradnam and David “Luttsy” Lutteral on Monday, January 20, in the breakfast chair.
“I have big flippers to fill but I’m confident Brisbane will warm to my ways,” Osborne said.
“Sure, I get in trouble a bit, but I’ve got two big brothers in Ash and Luttsy and I have no doubt they’ll steer me even further off course.
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“I love Brisbane. I grew up here, and I look forward to having a good laugh with our listeners in this amazing city.”
Bradnam and Lutteral said they look forward to expanding their team: “We’re excited to welcome Nikki aboard and join us for breakfast every morning.
“A Brissie local whose experience in the entertainment industry is second-to-none, we know Nikki will be an awesome addition to the team.”
Nova Network’s Group Programming Director, Brendan Taylor, added, “We’re delighted to welcome Nikki to the Nova family.
“A proud Brisbane local, Nikki brings a wealth of experience and her infectious personality and comedic talent makes her a great fit for the show.
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“We know our listeners will love spending time with Ash, Luttsy and Nikki in 2025.”
O’Neill, 51, who first shot to fame as a swimmer, took to the airwaves this morning to announce she was stepping down as co-host of the Nova 106.9 Brisbane breakfast radio host after more than 10 years at the helm.
The star said while she made the announcement with a “heavy heart” it was time for her to “pursue other goals, both professionally and personally.”
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“I do this with a very heavy heart, this decision wasn’t easy,” she began.
“Ash and Luttsy are like brothers to me. They brought me into their world a little over a decade ago, and they have always been my biggest supporters.
Her last day on air will be November 28.
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