The Triple M brekkie show is set to welcome two new hosts, following longtime host Elliot Lovejoy’s announcement that he will be moving on to co-host The Rush Hour.
Well-known Cairns stunt woman Tammy Barker and radio journeyman and storyteller Jason Bodge will be the new hosts of the show.
“Although Elliot Lovejoy of course remains a fierce Cairns local and we will continue to hear him on the new Rush Hour Drive show on weekdays” SCA Cairns General Manager, Richard King said.
He went on to say “It’s exciting to welcome Tammy Barker. She’s a proud Cairns local – has her finger on the pulse of everything happening in town and she has some wild stories to tell!”
Barker has been a professional stuntwoman for 12 years, and is also a certified marriage celebrant.
“Bodge is overflowing with stories and has told me it’s impossible for him to be embarrassed – something that will be tested on the show!” King said.
Bodge has relocated for the gig, and he is looking forward to becoming part of the Cairns community.
Both Barker and Bodge have expressed their excitement about their new venture.
“As a proud Cairns local, I am thrilled to be back on-air, this time co-hosting Triple M breakfast with Bodge. I’ve spent years working and travelling around the world but firmly believe in the saying there’s no place like home!”
“As Tammy and I have been preparing, it’s clear we both have the same drive. Her passion and knowledge of all things Cairns will instantly create engaging local radio, and it’ll be up to me to try and keep up with her and learn all about my new home as we go!” Bodge said.
Tammy Barker & Bodge for Breakfast on 99.5 Triple M Cairns starts on Monday March 7 and will air weekdays from 5.30am to 9am.