November 27, 2019
The South Burnett’s frequent appearances on TV will be reduced after Channel 7 announced on Wednesday it will axe three popular Queensland lifestyle shows.
Channel 7 has axed Creek To Coast, Queensland Weekender and The Great Day Out (formerly The Great South East) from the end of the year.
TV crews from all three shows have been frequent visitors to the South Burnett, putting a spotlight on tourism businesses and local cuisine.
The three programs are among the longest-running on Australian television: The Great Day Out premiered 22 years ago, while Creek to Coast celebrated its 20th anniversary in August;
Queensland Weekender has aired for 16 years.
Presenters and production staff were told of the decision on Wednesday.
Episodes already produced will be broadcast but no new episodes are planned.
A spokesperson for the Channel 7 network told media the free-to-air TV industry was facing a difficult time and the network was reallocating resources.
Seven has also wound up its current affairs program Sunday Night, and this week announced Today Tonight editions in Perth and Adelaide are to be axed.
Sydney Weekender, South Australia Weekender and The Great Weekend in Melbourne have also been discontinued.
