Mike Amor, a longtime news presenter with Channel 7, has announced his departure from the network. The veteran journalist informed network executives of his decision in an email sent late Friday night following the 6 p.m. news bulletin. Amor has been a prominent figure at Seven for many years, including an 18-year tenure as the network’s US Bureau Chief based in Los Angeles. More recently, he anchored the weekend news in Melbourne alongside Karina Carvalho.

Amor’s exit follows growing speculation over changes in Channel 7’s news lineup. Reports suggest that Sarah Abo, the former host of the Today Show, is expected to join Seven, potentially partnering with Peter Mitchell as a co-anchor team in 2027. This development came as Amor learned he was not being considered to replace Mitchell as the network’s lead newsreader.

Ratings for the weekend news bulletin, anchored by Amor and Carvalho, have been below expectations, particularly as Channel Nine strengthened its own weekend team by adding veteran presenter Peter Hitchener, who celebrated his 80th birthday in February. The decline in ratings for Seven’s weekend news has been a factor in the reshuffling.

Amor’s departure is not isolated; Chris Salter, Channel 7’s news director, is also reportedly contemplating his future with the network. The moves reflect ongoing efforts by Channel 7 to revitalize its news programming amid competitive pressures from rival broadcasters.

Amor’s exit marks the end of a significant chapter at Seven, where he was widely recognized both for his coverage from the US and his years in Australian newsrooms. The network is expected to announce further changes to its schedule and personnel in the coming months as it prepares for a new phase in its news broadcasting strategy.