James Valentine Passes Away

Valentine was a fixture on ABC Sydney for over 25 years, known for his witty and warm approach to talkback radio.

Before his broadcasting career, he achieved success as a saxophonist with the 1980s new wave band Models.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese led tributes, describing Valentine as a 'national treasure' who helped a city make sense of the world.

His death has sparked renewed conversation about the importance of early cancer detection and the impact of assisted dying laws in Australia.