9News Presents: Welcome Home

Nine will screen homecomings for Paralympics atheletes on Friday morning.

An event to welcome home our record-making Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Hosted by Ally Langdon and James Bracey.

12pm AEST Friday on Nine.

In addition Nine Brisbane screens a separate event with local athletes at 9:30am.

9News Queensland is rolling out the green and gold carpet to honour our local Olympic and Paralympic heroes with a special broadcast, 9News Presents: Welcome Home, this Saturday from 9.30am AEST on Channel 9 and 9Now.

The exclusive broadcast will highlight the remarkable achievements of our team of athletes, who have captivated the nation with their medal performances in Paris and flown the flag for Queensland’s amazing competitive spirit.

Welcome Home will be a ceremony and a grand celebration, extending a hero’s welcome as our champions return to the Sunshine State and commemorating Australia’s most successful Olympic campaign ever.

9News Queensland’s Andrew Lofthouse and Aislin Kriukelis will lead the live coverage from the official Olympic and Paralympic Live Site in South Bank. They will immerse viewers in the electric atmosphere, highlight every triumphant moment, and conduct interviews with our proud Queensland athletes, ensuring that every treasured moment of their homecoming is celebrated.

Adding to the excitement, 9News Queensland reporters Josh Bavas, Meg Sydes and Abbey Geran will be on-site, engaging with the crowd and joining in the festivities. Their coverage will capture the overflowing joy and enthusiasm of the athletes’ return, reflecting our community’s deep support and pride.

Turn to 9News Presents: Welcome Home to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our homegrown athletes and salute the great spirit of Queensland this Saturday, from 9.30am AEST on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Both are one hour broadcasts.