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Daily Mail
15 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
The Project's Kate Langbroek takes a thinly veiled swipe at Channel Ten as she praises host Sarah Harris - after 10 News+ tanks in the ratings
The Project star Kate Langbroek and Sarah Harris are still not over Channel Ten 's shock decision to axe the long-running news program. Langbroek, 59, took to Instagram to make a brutal swipe at the network alongside a selfie with Harris while inside the show's studio. 'She made it look so easy it was easy to take her for granted,' Kate captioned the story. Kate shared the same image a second time, alongside the text: 'Tuesday's now Bluesday. Tuesday is not the same without The Project and my girl.' In the snap, Kate pouted while posing alongside Sarah with her arm around her shoulder. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Sarah, alongside The Project hosts Waleed Aly and Hamish Macdonald, are set to exit the network, while comedian Sam Taunton will continue his guest appearances on other Ten shows. The Project was pulled from the schedule after 16 years and more than 4,500 episodes. The show also received mixed reviews from other viewers, with many sharing their thoughts on X. Several compared 10 News+ to A Current Affair, with one posting: 'This is like ACA. Going to people's houses to talk and them avoiding the cameras.' 'You replaced The Project with a Temu ACA not seeing @theprojecttv is incredibly depressing. 10news+ sucks!' complained another viewer. Someone else said: 'This is proper @Channel7 style commercial JUNK. It's like watching a cross between Fox News and Anchorman. Why the silly "news" voices!?' One more person tuning in at home asked: 'Anyone else bored so far?' while someone else said, 'please no more long investigation reports it's 6pm'. The Project was officially axed after 16 years last week, and aired its final episode on June 27. Pictured L to R: Sam Taunton, Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris, and Georgie Tunny 'Oh dear. I thought I would give 10 News Plus a go.I feel like we have regressed 20 years! An inauthentic painfully choreographed attempt at current affairs!' one said. 'Dribble. Won't last the year' a viewer said with another adding, 'Felt like it was a Comedy Company parody from the 80s. The fist pump at the end? Yikes.' Not everyone was so negative with one fan writing: 'Loving @10NewsPlus - strong launch story. Is this the new Schapelle Corby story we all need to know about. 10 news should be very proud.' The show's hosts, recently poached Seven journalists Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace, opened the episode by telling the audience what they can expect from the hard-hitting program. 'Firstly, we're not here to tell you what to think, to scare or depress you,' Hitchcock said. 'We will give you facts, information you can trust – the truth,' Brace added. Of course, we are a daily news program, so you won't miss the stories that matter,' Hitchcock went on. 'But we are also digging deeper with investigations and original reporting you won't see anywhere else,' Brace said. The first episode included an investigation on drug-smuggling Melbourne mum Debbie Voulgaris and a sit-down chat with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
The Age
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
‘When did people get so frightened of ideas': Inside the final days of The Project
'Is this your first time in the audience?' I ask the man seated next to me as we wait for The Project to begin broadcasting live from Channel Ten's Melbourne headquarters. 'Actually, it's my 182nd time,' he replies. 'I've been coming since 2016.' Regular guest presenter Kate Langbroek is the first to recognise this Project superfan. 'Hello!' she says warmly. A few minutes later, hosts Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris and Sam Taunton come over to greet him. 'I'll miss you guys,' he tells them. Earlier this month, Ten announced the axing of its 16-year-old panel show, which airs for the final time on Friday. But the mood on this chilly Tuesday evening is more gleefully anarchic than glum. This is no surprise to Harris. 'I had my first axing when I was 19,' she recalls. 'It was a show called Local Edition – unkindly called Limited Edition by some – which lasted three months on Channel Seven. We came into work one morning and they said, 'We're axing the show. It's terrible. Now pack up your desk and leave.' So being able to say a proper goodbye on The Project has been really nice.' Sitting next to her in Ten's plush green room is Waleed Aly, who became a permanent host in 2015.
Daily Mail
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The Project's Sarah Harris breaks down in tears live on air amid show's axing - and hints at new career move on major reality TV show
Sarah Harris has broken down as The Project enters its final days after being axed. The host was left in tears live on air when Kate Langbroek praised the the series for being a maverick in the world of current affairs. 'In an industry where so much is planned and you are so straitjacketed in so many ways because of the necessities of TV. I don't know how you break all these structures and rules' she said. That was enough to set Sarah off, leaving her swatting away tears as she confessed, 'You got me.' Sarah said that Kate was 'inspiring' and added: 'I will be a sheep follow you around. You are magic.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, . Elsewhere in the episode, Sarah hinted that she may appear on I'm A Me Out Of Here! once her time on The Project ends. 'I'm an unemployed celebrity, of course the jungle is coming for me' she said during a satirical segment in which Sarah joked she would look into a stand up comedy career. The Project will air its final episode with on Friday night. It was announced earlier this month that The Project would be pulled from the schedule after 16 years and more than 4,500 episodes. Its final episode is set to air on June 27, and will be replaced by a single national 6pm news bulletin. The Project hosts Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris and Hamish Macdonald are set to exit the network, while comedian Taunton will continue his guest appearances on other Ten shows. Meanwhile, Channel Ten is moving forward with its major re-brand as the network prepares to launch a new current affairs show. The premium news program, titled 10 NEWS+, is set to hit screens on Monday, June 30, at 6pm on Channel 10 and 10Play. 10 NEWS+ will be broadcast across the country after Network 10's 5pm local news bulletins, offering a deeper analysis of some of the biggest stories of the day. According to Paramount Australia, the segment aims to 'redefine evening news by providing comprehensive analysis, trusted reporting, and long-form investigative journalism'. Keeping up with Australia's constantly evolving mediascape, the news program will be available via broadcast and streaming, as well as on digital and social platforms. The show's lineup will include former 7News journalist Denham Hitchcock and Walkley Award-winner Amelia Brace, who will be regular faces during the 6pm bulletin from Sunday to Thursday. Ursula Heger and Hugh Riminton will take the lead during the Friday broadcast. The anchor team will be supported by reporters including Ashleigh Raper, Bill Hogan, Brianna Parkins, Samantha Butler, Carrie-Anne Greenbank, and Claudia Vrdoljak.
Daily Mail
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The Project's Kate Langbroek goes rogue in wild topless outfit during the last days of Channel Ten show
Kate Langbroek seemed to forget her shirt during a fashion-forward moment that saw her go topless on The Project. The Aussie comedian, 59, who has been a regular on the recently-axed show, joined the panel on Tuesday night wearing the eyebrow-raising fit. In a picture posted to her Instagram, Kate could be seen wearing a striking blue suit with white and black stripe details on the sides. She paired the ensemble with a navy blue tie that subtly hid her cleavage and white loafers. Kate wore her locks in curls across her shoulders as she paired the bold look with a bold pink lip and rosy cheeks. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'The suit,' she captioned the Instagram story, while tagging Aussie brand Motto. Later on, she shared a selfie of her wearing the bright blue suit while sitting at The Project desk alongside Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris and Sam Taunton. 'What happens at the desk... gets shared with our viewers,' she captioned the post. It was revealed on Monday that The Project had been officially axed after 16 years and will air its final episode on June 27. Network 10 announced the news in a post shared to Facebook thanking viewers for their support before announcing the show's replacement. Hosts Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris and Hamish Macdonald will also reportedly exit the network, while comedian Sam Taunton will continue his guest appearances on other Ten shows. The news show, which has been in a ratings free-fall since Carrie Bickmore left her seat as host at the end of 2022, has aired 'nearly 4,500 episodes' to date and will wrap up in a few weeks. A picture was shared online of Aly, Harris, Taunton and Georgie Tunny smiling as they sat together behind the news desk. 'After nearly 4,500 episodes The Project will finish up on June 27,' the caption said. 'For nearly 16 years, The Project has been Australia's destination for the news when you want a little bit of a giggle. 'Well, we have loved every second but all good things come to an end and so are we on June 27. 'To everyone who has watched, supported, donated money to help families across Australia, worked on the show or just liked a social post. Thank you. 'This show is not possible without all of you. See you tonight (and the next 3 weeks) for The Project.'
Daily Mail
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Former Project star makes shock return to the show after quitting three years ago
Peter Helliar was back on The Project on Tuesday night. The comedian, who sensationally quit the current affairs series in 2022, appeared alongside series regulars Waleed Aly, Sam Taunton, Sarah Harris and guest star Kate Langbroek. While fans of the show were happy to see Peter back behind the desk, he was just dropping by to promote his new children's book, Detective Galileo. Peter admitted he felt a little unusual sitting in a spot on the desk normally reserved for guests. 'I used to be on this side of the desk, and then the last few times on that side, and now back on this side. I'm playing tennis with myself!' he joked. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Peter explained that his three sons Liam, Oscar and Aiden 'are 22, 20 and 16' so no longer the target audience for his kid's books. 'I still sit at the edge of their bed and read to them' he joked. 'They are less interested to hear my ideas, but they love it and they are supportive. I try to get in touch with my own inner child rather than talk to my kids about it'. It's not the first time Peter has returned to the show since his departure. Last year, he appeared on the desk alongside Michael Hing, Max Rushden and Sarah Harris. 'It's our globetrotting mate, Pete Helliar, on the desk!' the veteran was introduced, before explaining what brought him back to his old stomping ground for a guest appearance. 'I had to come back from Argentina because I've not put in my vote in for marsupial of the year' Peter, who had spent time travelling recently for The Amazing Race Australia, joked. 'The Wi-Fi wasn't good on the Inca Trail. I'm a hairy-nosed wombat guy. They twerk people to death'. Peter then settled right into the show, presenting stories and joking with the new cast like old friends. His fans were delighted, with several sharing their thoughts on social media. 'Great! You need to return permanently!' wrote one person while someone else said: 'Should be the co-host'. Peter earlier revealed the real reason why he quit The Project as the mass exodus from the struggling Channel Ten show continues. The 49-year-old announced he was leaving the show three years ago, and at the time explained he decided to quit following the departure of his co-host Carrie Bickmore. 'Carrie, you recently said that you are glad you're leaving The Project while you still love it and I still love the show. I really do,' he said. '[The Project] means a lot to me. It's done amazing things for me. I interviewed Luke Skywalker once... and I look forward to see what the show is in the future.' Peter also said he's excited to be moving into 'new areas' and didn't want to be 'a creator who leaves meetings to go to another meeting'. He also told Nova's Fitzy & Wippa that he wants to 'do things with my life professionally and personally'. '[There are] things I want to do with my life, not just professionally but personally and I've already booked into the ashes in London next year,' he said. 'It's not just 10 years on the project. But before that is like 10 years on Rove Live in the office every day.' The Project was rocked by two other high-profile exits in late 2022. Lisa Wilkinson announced she was quitting effective immediately, and long-time anchor Carrie confirmed her departure a month prior. 'I have decided it's time to reprioritise a few things in my life,' Wilkinson began alongside co-hosts Hamish Macdonald and The Bachelor's Laura Byrne. 'And after almost 15 years of the early alarm of breakfast TV, and now another five years here at The Project desk, I'm looking at how I want the coming years to play out both professionally and personally.' In October that year, Lisa's co-star Bickmore announced her departure from The Project after 12 years on air. Bickmore had been absent for a three month 'sabbatical' with her family in London earlier this year, before returning to the panel in July, only to quit in October.
