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ABC journalist Peter Ryan dies aged 64 a month after retirement
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here ABC journalist Peter Ryan OAM has died aged 64, just a month after retiring due to ill health. The former ABC chief business and finance correspondent left the ABC in June before moving into palliative care for metastatic thyroid cancer. Ryan was first diagnosed in 2014 following a distinguished career with the government broadcaster, including a period as ABC Washington bureau chief and head of TV news and current affairs in Melbourne. Peter Ryan, ABC's former chief business and finance correspondent, has died aged 64. (ABC) In 2022, he was awarded the Order of Australia medal for his service to journalism. "Peter leaves a significant legacy. Through his mentorship, friendship and professionalism he directly touched the lives of many at the ABC," said ABC news director Justin Stevens. "Through his journalism he had a profound impact on the lives of Australians and our society. "It was a privilege to know him and work alongside him." Upon announcement of his retirement in late June, Treasurer Jim Chalmers described Ryan as an "absolute legend". "Every day as you wake up and you think about what's happening in the economy, if you only needed to listen to one voice to be sure that you got its essential elements, it would be Peter's," Chalmers said. In 2022, he was awarded the Order of Australia medal for his service to journalism. (ABC News: John Gunn) Ryan began his career as a copy boy at the now-defunct Sydney Daily Mirror in 1980 at age 18. It was a time, he once said, where people smoked in newsrooms and newspapers were still printed off hot metal. Before his retirement, Ryan had some parting words of advice from his nearly half a century in journalism. "One strong message I have is, never let anyone tell you the good old days were really that good – that's a bit of a myth," Ryan said. "I'd like to thank the ABC for taking so many risks with me over the years, giving me my dream of a foreign posting in Washington and then into big editorial roles. "But for me in the end it's all about being a reporter out in the real world telling it as it is. I'm always chuffed when I hear people tell me you're able to take complex issues and break them down into three good parts. "When someone tells me that, that's more important than a whole lot of awards." Ryan leaves behind his wife, Mary, and a daughter, Charlotte. ABC journalist media Australia national CONTACT US
West Australian
2 days ago
- Business
- West Australian
‘Absolute legend': Veteran ABC journalist Peter Ryan dies at 64 after battle with cancer
Veteran ABC and Walkley Award-winning journalist Peter Ryan has died after a battle with thyroid cancer. The journalist, who worked as a reporter for 45 years with the ABC, was diagnosed with metastatic thyroid cancer in 2014. He died in Sydney on Friday night, his family confirmed. He was 64. Over the course of has 45-year career in journalism, Ryan spanned multiple roles. He began as a cadet and copyboy at the Sydney Daily Mirror before moving to the ABC, where he worked as the head of TV news and current affairs in Victoria and was the ABC Washington bureau chief. He was also the founding editor of Lateline Business in 2006 that became The Business in 2012. Ryan won the Walkley Award in 2017 for his coverage of the Commonwealth Bank scandal that involved millions of dollars flowing through to drug syndicates from the bank's intelligent deposit machines. He was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2022 for his service to journalism. Working as senior business correspondent from 2016, Ryan retired from his role in June and moved into palliative care, opting to spend more time with his wife Marry Cotter and daughter Charlotte. Upon Ryan's retirement, Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the ABC journalist was an 'absolute legend'. 'Every day as you wake up and you think about what's happening in the economy, if you only needed to listen to one voice to be sure that you got its essential elements, it would be Peter's,' he said. Former ABC Breakfast host Michael Rowland paid tribute to Ryan on Sunday evening, describing him as an 'unrivalled' reporter who was 'courageous' in his journalism and a 'generous mentor'. 'He had a big impact on so many ABC careers,' Rowland penned online. 'We've all lost a good one.' ABC News senior director Justin Stevens said Ryan left behind a 'significant legacy'. 'Through his mentorship, friendship, and professionalism, he directly touched the lives of many at the ABC,' he said. 'Through his journalism, he had a profound impact on the lives of Australians and our society. 'It was a privilege to know him and work alongside him.' Before his retirement in 2025, the journalist offered a piece of advice to other budding reporters. 'Avoid cynicism – be passionate. A good team can often be a very small team – I've worked in some of the best,' he said. 'Be proactive – come to the table with a great story so no one else comes up with a dud that might waste your time. 'Work closely with top people – shut up and absorb like a sponge. 'Maintain a fastidious contact book – some low-profile contacts could soon move into higher powered roles or more importantly work in backrooms where the big decisions are often made. 'Show up to work early and prove that you're ready to take on the big story of the day. 'Try to have a Plan B in your back pocket just in case your original brilliant idea doesn't go anywhere and the EP comes walking your way. 'Finally, be kind and caring to people who need it.'
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Business
- Perth Now
‘Absolute legend': Veteran journo dead at 64
Veteran ABC and Walkley Award-winning journalist Peter Ryan has died after a battle with thyroid cancer. The journalist, who worked as a reporter for 45 years with the ABC, was diagnosed with metastatic thyroid cancer in 2014. He died in Sydney on Friday night, his family confirmed. He was 64. Peter Ryan has died at the age of 64 after a battle with thyroid cancer. ABC Credit: ABC Over the course of has 45-year career in journalism, Ryan spanned multiple roles. He began as a cadet and copyboy at the Sydney Daily Mirror before moving to the ABC, where he worked as the head of TV news and current affairs in Victoria and was the ABC Washington bureau chief. He was also the founding editor of Lateline Business in 2006 that became The Business in 2012. Ryan won the Walkley Award in 2017 for his coverage of the Commonwealth Bank scandal that involved millions of dollars flowing through to drug syndicates from the bank's intelligent deposit machines. He was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2022 for his service to journalism. Working as senior business correspondent from 2016, Ryan retired from his role in June and moved into palliative care, opting to spend more time with his wife Marry Cotter and daughter Charlotte. Upon Ryan's retirement, Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the ABC journalist was an 'absolute legend'. 'Every day as you wake up and you think about what's happening in the economy, if you only needed to listen to one voice to be sure that you got its essential elements, it would be Peter's,' he said. The journalist is remembered for his hard work and dedication to his craft. ABC Credit: ABC Former ABC Breakfast host Michael Rowland paid tribute to Ryan on Sunday evening, describing him as an 'unrivalled' reporter who was 'courageous' in his journalism and a 'generous mentor'. 'He had a big impact on so many ABC careers,' Rowland penned online. 'We've all lost a good one.' ABC News senior director Justin Stevens said Ryan left behind a 'significant legacy'. 'Through his mentorship, friendship, and professionalism, he directly touched the lives of many at the ABC,' he said. 'Through his journalism, he had a profound impact on the lives of Australians and our society. 'It was a privilege to know him and work alongside him.' The veteran reporter offered helpful advice to budding journalists before his retirement. picture: ABC Credit: ABC Before his retirement in 2025, the journalist offered a piece of advice to other budding reporters. 'Avoid cynicism – be passionate. A good team can often be a very small team – I've worked in some of the best,' he said. 'Be proactive – come to the table with a great story so no one else comes up with a dud that might waste your time. 'Work closely with top people – shut up and absorb like a sponge. 'Maintain a fastidious contact book – some low-profile contacts could soon move into higher powered roles or more importantly work in backrooms where the big decisions are often made. 'Show up to work early and prove that you're ready to take on the big story of the day. 'Try to have a Plan B in your back pocket just in case your original brilliant idea doesn't go anywhere and the EP comes walking your way. 'Finally, be kind and caring to people who need it.'
