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Beloved TV presenter Tim Stoney boasted a 30-year career on the small screenBethany Whittingham and Sara Baalla<\/a> Screen Time TV Reporter<\/p>\n

11:43, 06 Jan 2026Updated 12:17, 06 Jan 2026<\/p>\n

Respected journalist and newsreader Tim Stoney has died aged 58 following a heartbreaking cancer<\/a> battle. The TV<\/a> presenter, who enjoyed a 30-year career on screen, including stints at Channel Ten and ABC, passed away on Saturday (January 3), surrounded by loved ones.<\/p>\n

He leaves behind his wife, fellow journalist Mary Gearin, and their two children, daughter Maggie and son Patrick.<\/p>\n

His devoted wife paid a heartfelt tribute to her husband on Facebook<\/a> shortly before his death, explaining her recent absence from social media. She wrote: “I’m not on socials much anymore but I figure it comes in handy right now as a virtual part for this man, Tim Stoney.<\/p>\n

“The absolute best father his kids could ask for. Brought them up so I could gallivant, and in doing so produced two stellar human beings. A lover of words and wit and debate and travel and history and politics and sport<\/a> and jazz and whiskey,” reports the Express<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"TimTim Stoney has passed away at the age of 58(Image: Facebook)<\/p>\n

“Fiercely loyal family member and friend. Journo, writer, teacher, media trainer, Demons ruckman, St Kilda fast blower, decent bat, the most dedicated basketball and athletics dad.”<\/p>\n

She concluded: “Fate is dealing a beyond-cruel card that could see this big fella leave a 6’5″ hole in our hearts within a few weeks, but this post is to celebrate him while he’s here. Love you forever, Timmy.”<\/p>\n

The broadcaster built his reputation reporting on news and sport at Channel Ten over three years. He then flew to Melbourne to become a news and sports reporter for SBS World News Australia<\/a>, remaining there for four years.<\/p>\n

While at SBS, Tim created a documentary exploring the experiences of Indian students living in Melbourne. He also spent five years at ABC before securing a position with Radio Australia.<\/p>\n

Throughout his extensive career, Tim delivered live coverage from the Beijing Paralympics, filed dispatches from the Middle East<\/a> and Southeast Asia, and worked for a year at China Radio International in Beijing.<\/p>\n

\"TimTim is survived by his wife and two children(Image: Facebook )<\/p>\n

Most recently, the journalist was employed by a communications firm where he provided training in media interview techniques and presentation skills. Following the announcement of his passing, his celebrity friends and devoted followers have posted heartfelt tributes<\/a> online.<\/p>\n

Gen Brammall, News Corp’s Head of PR, recalled fond memories of Tim from his cadetship in the 1990s. He said: “His self-deprecating wit and intimidating intelligence were hallmarks of a man who left a lasting impression on our newsroom.”<\/p>\n

Kate McGrath, Stoney’s former co-host at Channel Ten, also paid tribute, telling Adelaide Now: “Tim was special. A gifted journalist and communicator, he was kind, curious, witty, had a great passion for sport and history, and just happened to look like a matinee idol. Above all else, Tim loved his family, especially Mary and his two children. I know his Ten News family all feel a great loss.”<\/p>\n

If you would like more information or support about living with cancer or treatment, visit Macmillan Cancer Support<\/a> or Stand Up to Cancer<\/a><\/p>\n

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