Renowned for her two-decade-long media career, Aislin Kriukelis is making a shift from the morning to the afternoon as she joins the 9News Queensland 4.00pm news bulletin.
The revered TODAY Show Queensland reporter will be swapping her morning coffee for afternoon tea as she steps into the fresh role, further solidifying her connection with her morning viewership.
The news desk on Monday and Tuesday afternoons will be helmed by Kriukelis. Following her lead, Alison Ariotti will take over for the latter part of the week. This schedule promises to keep Queenslanders abreast with the most reliable news and provide a sneak peek into the major stories for the 6.00pm leading news bulletin.
Kriukelis’ new role marks another feather in her cap in an already stellar media journey of nearly two decades. Her credentials include coverage of the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, reporting on Royal tours in Australia and New Zealand, and securing a national news, sport, and weather presenting role on the TODAY Show. Kriukelis, a local and national media award recipient, will continue her tradition of excellence in her new role.
Expressing her affection for her home state, Kriukelis said,
“The unique essence of Queensland, from the sunshine to the sporting teams, and our passionate people to our picture-perfect locales, is unrivalled. I cherish the opportunity to share the stories of this great state, and this new role will allow me to connect more deeply with the Queenslanders in the afternoon.”
Amanda Paterson, Nine Queensland Director of News, lauded Kriukelis’ contribution over the past decade. She said,
“Aislin’s ability to tell stories that resonate with our viewers has made her an invaluable part of our newsroom. We are excited to see her bring this skillset to the afternoon news desk, giving Queenslanders another chance to welcome her into their homes.”
