Michael Rowland: “I’ll be taking a break”

News Breakfast host Michael Rowland has confirmed on Twitter he will be taking a break “for a little while” with the show to be helmed by Lisa Millar and Madeleine Morris in his absence.

An ABC spokesperson told TV Tonight Rowland is taking a long planned holiday and will return on June 26.

Program note:

I'll be taking a break after today's show.@Mad_Morris will join Lisa Millar for the next little while.

Take care and see you soon. pic.twitter.com/Xqwv2JPjwI

— Michael Rowland (@mjrowland68) May 23, 2023

Although there was little clarity to viewers, followers of the show wished him well:

“Saw your eyebrows raise and the mysterious smile when they said ‘you are coming back aren’t you?’ ! All the best to you Michael.”

“Enjoy yr break Michael, hopefully some good family time to be enjoyed “

“Go safely, Michael. Come back fully recharged.”

“Hurry back but enjoy your break! Love the show.”

“I’m finding this news very upsetting. First I loose Stan Grant on Q&A. Now I loose you getting me through my mornings. I’m quite anxious about who I will now have to listen to. If I will even be able to. Very angry reporters and presenters have been abandoned by their employers.”

“Enjoy your break Michael, well deserved”

Updated:

Well, that escalated quickly…

Just taking some long-scheduled leave.
I will be back on News Breakfast in late June. Look forward to seeing you then! 😃 https://t.co/RJTlLVsg6w

— Michael Rowland (@mjrowland68) May 24, 2023