Catriona Rowntree
Catriona Rowntree | |
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| Born | July 19, 1971 |
| Occupation(s) | Broadcaster, television presenter |
| Years active | 1991–present |
| Known for | Getaway (Nine Network travel series) |
Catriona Rowntree (born 19 July 1971) is a prominent Australian broadcaster known primarily for her enduring involvement with the Nine Network travel series Getaway.
Career
After gaining experience as a researcher at Business Review Weekly, 2GB, and Prime Television, Rowntree pursued journalism studies at Macleay College in Sydney. She transitioned into FM radio in 1991, working as both a newsreader and presenter on community stations, eventually joining the ABC's youth-oriented station Triple J, where she remained until 1996.
Rowntree began her tenure with the Nine Network in 1992, initially contributing as a researcher on the children's program Wonder World!. She progressed to reporter in 1993 and then to host by 1994. Simultaneously, she took on hosting duties for Nine’s children's show What's Up Doc?, later expanding her role to include writing and producing responsibilities.
In 1996, she joined the travel show Getaway as a reporter, which became one of Nine Network’s flagship programs. Her appearances extended to other Nine broadcasts, including co-hosting Sydney’s New Year’s Eve celebrations alongside Richard Wilkins. In 2006, Rowntree published a travel guide titled Catriona's Australia: My Favourite Aussie Locations through HarperCollins. Additionally, she was the master of ceremonies for Pas de Deux in Paradise, an event by The Australian Ballet held at Qualia on Hamilton Island during 2009 and 2010.
Personal life
Rowntree became engaged to farmer James Pettit in 2007 and they were married on 5 April 2008 at the chapel of Geelong Grammar School. She revealed her first pregnancy in February 2009 and welcomed their first son on 5 August 2009. Their second son was born on 11 March 2011 following an announcement of pregnancy in September 2010.
Contributor
- Contributor to Laugh Even Louder! (2007), published by Camp Quality and Scholastic Australia Pty Limited
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- Living people
- Television personalities from Sydney
- Australian television presenters
- Australian women television presenters
- Australian women radio presenters
- Triple J announcers
- Australian radio presenters