7 NEWS PERTH sets new 20 years ratings record

7NEWS Perth has set an Australian record this week, recording a staggering 20 years of ratings wins in a row, solidifying the fact that it remains Perth’s most valued and trusted news source.

The team, led by seasoned presenters Susannah Carr and Rick Ardon, were humbled by the news giving credit to generations of West Australians for their loyal support.  Each presenter agreed they remain committed to presenting a world-class 6pm bulletin every night – covering every major WA story as well as from around the globe.

In what has undoubtedly been an exceptional year for news, 7NEWS Perth has grown in audience across its weekday and weekend 6pm bulletins YOY – with Monday to Friday news increasing its 6pm to 6:30pm Total People audience by 13.2%, its 6:30pm to 7pm Total People audience by 27.2%.  Meanwhile the Seven Network’s main 6pm news competitor has declined in viewership, despite the demand for news in the global pandemic.

The new weekend line-up, anchored by Angela Tsun and Tim McMillan, has also delivered a stand-out performance for the network, increasing its Saturday night bulletin by Total People 25.5% and the Sunday night bulletin by Total People 4.2%.

7NEWS Perth has proven itself a leader in not only its nightly news coverage but also a network capable of creating change thanks to its locally produced current affairs show, Flashpoint.  The Seven Network in Perthis also now the only local broadcaster delivering local news when Perth wakes up – with live bulletins hosted by Matt Tinney during WA’s number one breakfast show, Sunrise.

7NEWS Perth News Director, Ray Kuka said:

“Over the past 20 years, 7NEWS has delivered the most trusted and respected news to the people of Western Australia. More than ever before, people have a greater need for news that they can trust, and our growth this year is a testament to the team who continue to push themselves to bring the best news service to our loyal viewers. We thank viewers for their support.

“Rick and Sue are the faces Perth trust through the daily news routine to the times of crisis like we’ve seen during the global COVID-19 pandemic. They’re also backed by Perth’s most experienced reporters, like Geof Parry with over 40 years of experience, who never take being number one for granted.

“The team constantly delivers exclusive stories. In the past month alone, 7NEWS has reported the only interview with a shark attack victim, the fight for Perth property buyers robbed of millions, exclusive video of a whale attack in the Ningaloo Reef, and the incredible ongoing campaign fordriveway safety after the death of toddler, Aurora. This month is just one example of what has been reported to viewers, week in week out, over the past 20 years.”