Major shake-up to Sunrise panel
The Sunrise panel had a major shake-up for their Monday morning program, with a peppy newcomer taking the reins.
At the beginning of the week, veteran sports reporter Mark Beretta was notably absent, with Katie Brown stepping in to fill his shoes.
The reporter, who is considered to be a rising star of the breakfast show, shocked viewers by filling in for Beretta with unbridled enthusiasm.
Katie, who only recently scored an interview with Crown Princess Mary on her trip to Australia, was gleeful as she sat among the network stars.
"Got to sit with the big kids today, even got to wear my favourite colour," she wrote on Instagram, sharing a number of behind the scenes photos from the Sunrise studio.
She later posted to Instagram Stories to show her preparation for the show.
"Happy Monday! Filling in for Beretts today on the desk," she wrote, sharing a sneak peak of the morning's script.
Katie did not share how long Beretta would be away from the desk, although he is expected to return later this week after spending the weekend at a charity event in Brisbane.
She was showered with praise for taking on the role with even Mark approving of his young protégé's efforts.
"Great job KB!!!" Mark commented on the photos, while cricket star Holly Ferling added, "What a weapon."
Beretta's absence comes after Kochie was missing from the panel in April, further fuelling rumours about his retirement.
Image credits: Instagram