Overnights (radio show)
| Company type | Radio program |
|---|---|
| Industry | Broadcasting |
| Headquarters | Melbourne and Sydney , Australia |
Area served | Nationwide (Australia) |
Key people | Trevor Chappell, Rod Quinn |
| Products | Radio show (overnight programming) |
Overnights represents an Australian overnight radio show presented by Trevor Chappell alongside Rod Quinn.
From Monday through Thursday, Chappell hosts the program live from ABC Radio Melbourne, whereas Quinn takes over the hosting duties from ABC Radio Sydney between Friday and Sunday.
This show delivers a diverse blend of content including news, current events, lifestyle topics, arts, education, music, youth interests, and entertainment. It incorporates consistent segments and encourages lively interaction with its listeners.
Broadcasting occurs nationwide on ABC Local Radio from 2:00 am to 6:00 am local time, immediately succeeding Nightlife. Additionally, the program is aired on a delayed schedule in South Australia and the Northern Territory, and is simultaneously transmitted via ABC Digital Radio.
Hosts
In July 2023, ABC revealed that Trevor Chappell would transition to an afternoon slot on ABC Radio Melbourne after a 23-year tenure with Overnights. Later, in November 2024, ABC announced Chappell’s reinstatement as host of Overnights.
Rod Quinn declared in March 2025 that he would commence long service leave for the remainder of the year, with Michael Pavlich stepping in as his replacement.
Previous hosts have included Madeleine Randall (2002–2004), Ingrid Just (2005), Helen Razer (2005), and Zoe Carides (2005). Substitute presenters have featured Tim Webster, Paul Verhoeven, David Prior, Lisa Hensley, Michael Pavlich, Melanie Tait, and Annette Shun Wah.
Regular contributors
- Erin Free (film and video critiques)
- Martin George (astronomy insights)
- Scott Goodings (television reviews)
- Sabrina Hahn (gardening advice)
- Alisdair G. Bates (entertainment commentary)
- Kevin Ott (entertainment updates)
- Gisela Kaplan (ornithology)
- Gordon Lynch (health and fitness guidance)
- Janet McLeod (trivia segments)
- Rob Pemberton (DVD evaluations)
- Chris Frame (cruising information)