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Newsmax reportedly lands Erin Molan for Australian launch

The channel is set to replace the streaming channel ADH-TV which was co-founded by Brett Lyddon and led by former Seven News executive Jason Morrison.

By Natasha LeePublished Jan 16, 2025
2 min read
Erin Molan

Newsmax, the conservative news network said to be a favourite of Donald Trump, appears to have nabbed another big name to its lineup ahead of its launch Down Under.

Former Sky News Australia host Erin Molan, who is currently in New York, has reportedly signed a contract to host her own show on the platform.

The channel is set to replace the streaming channel ADH-TV which was co-founded by Brett Lyddon and led by former Seven News executive Jason Morrison.

The right-wing streaming platform gained traction after high-profile commentator Alan Jones, now facing serious allegations, joined following his exit from Sky News Australia.

Newsmax launched its local website yesterday, with ADH-TV’s social media accounts rebranding to Newsmax Australia. However, a formal launch date and further talent announcements remain under wraps.

Newsmax already has several Australian voices in its lineup, including journalist Sarah Williamson, Chris Smith and Daisy Cousens. known for her bold takes on U.S. politics and Donald Trump, contributing to the network from the States.

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Daily Mail Australia reports the platform's boss and creator, Christopher Ruddy will officially announce the US cable network’s Australian expansion at an exclusive event on Friday, hosted in Washington, DC, to mark Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration.

Pictured: Erin Molan

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