‘False, isn’t happening, won’t happen’: Nine news boss rubbishes report claiming it is looking to replace Today EP Mark Calvert

September 28, 2015 11:47

Nine news boss Darren Wick has rubbished claims he is seeking to replace Mark Calvert the executive producer of the Today Show, with Studio 10 boss Rob McKnight.

In an angry note to staff this morning Wick took umbrage at what he labelled a “disgraceful” report in today’s The Australian which said Nine was looking for a replacement.

“I am taking a stand against a disgraceful article in this morning’s The Australian newspaper,” he said, referencing the Media Diary piece by media editor Sharri Markson.

“In a media section column, it was alleged that I was looking to replace Mark Calvert as the Executive Producer of Today, with Rob McKnight from Studio 10.

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Nic Christensen

Nic Christensen worked for Mumbrella from 2013 to 2016, in roles including deputy editor and media & technology editor. He is former media writer for The Australian and has also worked as a reporter for The Daily Telegraph and senior producer for Radio 2GB.

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2 COMMENTS

Ash Long 28 Sep 15

Mumbrella’s email today says: “Nine’s head of news denies plans to dump Sunrise EP”. Sunrise is on 7.

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Alex Hayes 28 Sep 15

Hi again Ash,

You’re busy trouble spotting today – again you’re correct that’s an error. All part of the reason we’re looking for a new chief sub: https://mumbrella.com.au/jobs/chief-sub-mumbrella

Cheers,

Alex – editor, Mumbrella