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George Negus


Born
in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
March 13, 1942

Died
October 15, 2024

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George Edward Negus was an Australian journalist, author, television and radio presenter specialising in international affairs. He was a pioneer of Australian broadcast journalism, first appearing on the ABC's This Day Tonight and later on 60 Minutes. Negus was known for making complex international and political issues accessible to a broad audience through his down-to-earth, colloquial presentation style. His very direct interviewing technique occasionally caused confrontation, famously with Margaret Thatcher, but also led to some interviewees giving more information than they had given in other interviews. Recognition of his unique skills led to him hosting a new ABC show, Foreign Correspondent, and Dateline on SBS. He often reported fr ...more

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The World From Italy: Footb...

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The World From Down Under

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Across the Red Unknown: A J...

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By George!: Twenty years be...

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