India, Oct. 6 -- Veteran Australian broadcaster Richard Morecroft, best known for presenting ABC's 7pm NSW News for almost two decades, has died at the age of 70. Morecroft died on October 6, 2026, on the south coast of New South Wales after being diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. His longtime partner, artist Alison Mackay, was beside him.

His career stretched across television, radio, educational programming, wildlife documentaries and environmental conservation. He became one of the most recognisable news presenters in New South Wales during his time at ABC.

Who Was Richard Morecroft?

Richard Morecroft was an English-born Australian television news presenter, radio announcer, author, photographer and conservationist. He was bo...