After 16 years of sparking debate, laughter and the occasional controversy, The Project is about to sign off for good.
But as one chapter closes, another opens. Channel 10 has just pulled back the curtain on its ambitious new offering.
Meet your new hosts: Seasoned, savvy and ready to shake things up
The faces of 10 News+ will be familiar to many—Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace, both respected journalists with impressive credentials and a knack for getting to the heart of a story.
Having recently made the leap from the Seven Network, Hitchcock and Brace are promising to bring a ‘truth first’ ethos to the new program.
In the glossy promo now making the rounds on social media and television, the pair highlight their globe-trotting experience and commitment to hard-hitting journalism.
It is a bold move for Channel 10, especially as the network looks to win over viewers who have grown accustomed to the panel-style banter of The Project or the more traditional news bulletins on Seven and Nine.
The promo is slick, the hosts are credible and the message is clear—10 News+ wants to be your go-to for news that matters.
What will 10 News+ actually look like?
Here is where things get interesting—and, for now, a little mysterious.
Despite the high-energy promo push, Channel 10 is keeping the exact format of 10 News+ under wraps.
Will it be a straight news bulletin, a current affairs deep dive or something entirely new?
The network is playing its cards close to its chest, which could be a risky strategy as it tries to lure viewers away from their established evening routines.
What we do know is that 10 News+ is aiming to blend the credibility of traditional journalism with a modern, dynamic presentation.
The network is promising hard-hitting news and a focus on stories that matter to Australians—but whether that means investigative reports, live crosses or interactive segments remains to be seen.
The end of an era: Farewell to The Project
The Project’s departure marks the end of an era for Channel 10, with the long-running program set to wrap up at the end of this month after a 16-year run.
For over a decade and a half, it has been a staple of Australian television, blending news, entertainment and opinion in a way that was both accessible and, at times, divisive.
Hosts Waleed Aly, Sarah Harris and Hamish Macdonald are all moving on, and the show’s regular panellists are reflecting on the end of a significant chapter.
Comedian Sam Taunton, one of the show’s departing panellists, recently shared his thoughts on the axing during a stand-up set.
In true comic fashion, he joked about his family’s reaction—his dad preferring ‘real news’ and his girlfriend sending him a spreadsheet of chores now that he is unemployed.
Taunton also revealed that Waleed Aly had warned him about the sudden surge in public attention, recounting a run-in with paparazzi outside Chemist Warehouse.
It is a reminder that, for those in the spotlight, the end of a show is both a personal and public affair.
Why the change? And what does it mean for viewers?
Television is changing—and so are the habits of Australian viewers.
With streaming services, social media and on-demand news, networks are under pressure to innovate or risk being left behind.
Channel 10’s decision to replace The Project with 10 News+ is a clear signal that they are looking to adapt to a new media landscape—one where credibility, immediacy and relevance are more important than ever.
For viewers, this could mean a more focused, in-depth approach to the stories that matter most.
Or it could be a gamble that does not quite pay off if the format fails to resonate.
Either way, it is a fascinating moment in Australian television history—and one that is sure to spark plenty of conversation.
What is next?
With less than two weeks until launch, all eyes are on Channel 10 to see if 10 News+ can live up to the hype.
Will Hitchcock and Brace become household names? Will the show find its own voice, or will viewers drift back to the comfort of Seven and Nine’s familiar news bulletins?
One thing is for sure—change is in the air, and Channel 10 is hoping you will come along for the ride.
We want to hear from you!
Are you excited about 10 News+? Will you miss The Project, or are you ready for something new in your nightly news routine? What do you want to see from the new show?
Share your thoughts in the comments section—we would love to hear what you think.
