Richard Zachariah, Iconic Australian TV Presenter, Dies at 80

Richard Zachariah, the beloved Australian TV presenter best known for co-hosting ABC's The Home Show in the 1990s, passed away at the age of 80 on April 9, 2025, just four months after the death of his former partner and co-host Maggie Tabberer. The couple, who were one of Australia's most admired celebrity duos, dated from 1985 to 1995 and experienced both professional success and personal challenges during their time in the spotlight. Zachariah's contributions to journalism and media included a stint as a newsreader and several published works, including his 2017 book The Vanished Land, which explores the changing character of Victoria's Western District. His funeral is scheduled for April 23 at the Eastern Park Chapel in Warrnambool, Victoria. Tributes have highlighted Zachariah's colorful personality and significant impact on Australian television, with fans remembering him as a 'giant of Australian media.'