Get ready for a summer shake-up on your favorite morning show! While Karl Stefanovic and Sarah Abo take a well-deserved break, a fresh lineup of hosts is stepping in to keep you informed and entertained. But here's where it gets interesting: Nine has announced a star-studded roster of familiar faces and new talents to fill their shoes. Is this a strategic move to keep viewers engaged, or a risky experiment with audience loyalty?
Kicking things off, Today Extra’s dynamic duo, David Campbell and Sylvia Jeffreys, will take the reins before handing over to the charismatic Samantha Armytage and radio favorite Michael “Wippa” Wipfli in mid-December. Will this blend of TV and radio personalities create a seamless transition, or will it leave viewers missing the regulars?
Fast forward to early 2026, and the show’s leadership will rotate among Alison Piotrowski, Dr. Nick Coatsworth, Joel Dry, and Jayne Azzopardi. With such diverse backgrounds, how will this eclectic group maintain the show’s signature style? Weekends won’t be left out, featuring a rotating cast including Lara Vella, Michael Atkinson, Dan Anstey, and Lizzie Pearl. Could this be a testing ground for future full-time hosts?
Mark your calendars: Karl Stefanovic and Sarah Abo return on Monday, January 19, 2026, just in time for the Australian Open. And here’s the kicker—Today will broadcast an extended edition from 5:30 am to 10:00 am daily, live from Melbourne Park. Is this extended coverage a game-changer for sports fans, or overkill for the average viewer?
Looking ahead, the 2026 team is locked in: Jayne Azzopardi on news, Danika Mason on sports, Richard Wilkins and Renee Bargh on entertainment, and Tim Davies on weather. Meanwhile, Today Extra, hosted by Sylvia Jeffreys and David Campbell, will wrap up its 2025 run in November and return in late January. With so many changes, will the show’s identity remain intact, or are we witnessing the dawn of a new era?
And this is the part most people miss: As viewers, do you embrace these seasonal shifts as a breath of fresh air, or do you prefer the consistency of your favorite hosts year-round? Let us know in the comments—we’re curious to hear your take!
