Newsroom chaos and sweeping of decks continues, with Seven News director Chris Salter the latest to exit stage left.
A memo was sent to staff on Monday morning confirming Salter was leaving the network after an 11 year tenure.
Two of them were spent as director of 7News Melbourne.
“Delivering the news every day has been an absolute privilege,” Salter said.
“I’m proud to have led two of Australia’s finest newsrooms, achieving record commercial share in Adelaide and growing market share in Melbourne during a period of significant industry change.
“From spearheading coverage of some of the most significant events in Australia’s history, building the best sports department in the country, forging new partnerships and creating a culture and workplace that attracts the best talent – it has been a rewarding journey.
“To every presenter, journalist, producer, camo and colleague who gives their all, day in and day out – thank you. You are the heart of 7News and leading you has been one of the greatest honours of my career.
“I’m excited for the next chapter.”
Seven’s director of News and Current Affairs Ray Kuka praised Salter and wished him the best in his future roles.
“Chris Salter has chosen to depart the Melbourne newsroom at this point in his career and goes on great terms with our thanks for what he created and blessings for a strong future in his next role. We have a strong relationship and expect that to continue in the future.”
Earlier on Monday Kuka’s memo sent to Seven newsroom staff stated Salter was “sadly wrapping up his time”, with his final shift on Friday.
Kuka said new leadership roles would be announced shortly.
The news comes amid particular upheaval among the front of house talent, following veteran anchor Mike Amor’s more demure departure, reading his final bulletin on Friday night.
It’s understood Amor wanted no fanfare, signing off and leaving the newsroom only to later inform staff and colleagues of his decision.
Amor also shared the Herald Sun’s exclusive story of his exit, saying he wanted to leave without fuss after 32 years at the network, equally “11,618 days”, yes he counted.
Colleagues past and present in the media industry were quick to congratulate amor on a stellar career of news breaking.
It is a brutal landscape and with exits come new instalments.
So it is not a matter of if, but when news will drop to confirm Sarah Abo entering the newsroom stable.
As we like to say — watch this space.