About Iain Finlay
Lived 1935 – 2025 (aged 89). Iain Finlay was an Australian writer, journalist and television presenter.
Iain Finlay (21 October 1935 – 6 May 2025) was an Australian author, journalist, radio and television host, and humanitarian. He was known for his work with the ABC, including a lengthy stint as a foreign correspondent for ABC News.
Early life and career Finlay was born in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory in 1935, his father served in the military and was an aide-de-camp to Governor-General Issac Issacs He was a presenter on the ABC current affairs radio program PM, on ABC radio morning shows (together with Patricia Sheppard), and also hosted This Day Tonight. He has written both fiction and non-fiction books.
Finlay reported all over the world and visited more than 100 countries. Finlay was buried on his property wrapped in paperbark.
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Who was Iain Finlay?
Australian author and journalist
When was Iain Finlay born?
Iain Finlay was born on 21 October 1935 in Canberra.
When did Iain Finlay die?
Iain Finlay died on 6 May 2025 in Tumbulgum.
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Iain Finlay was a writer, journalist and television presenter.
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Iain Finlay was Australian.
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