The Chaser: The Final Edition

6pm for 6.30pm Friday 9th October To launch The Chaser’s flagship book of 2026, host Craig Reucassel will be joined by the book’s author, Arion McNicoll (plus special guests), for a conversation about one of The Final Edition's central themes: is the news ever really new? Join us for an evening of satire, surprises and stories that may feel uncannily familiar. About The Final Edition: From an original member of The Chaser newspaper (and published by the team behind The Chaser and Shovel Annual) comes The Final Edition – a satirical newspaper-style book that starts from the premise that most of the news stories breaking this week could in fact have been published several decades ago and will still ring true decades from now. From “Cover-up covered up with fresh cover-up” to “Billionaire mounts pointless vanity project in space” and “Local authorities unprepared for seasonal change that occurs every year”, the book is filled with stories that feel ripped from today’s headlines, yesterday’s front page, and next year’s news cycle all at once. Flip to any page of The Final Edition, and you’ll find a story so familiar, you’ll swear it happened this morning… because it probably did. Author - Arion McNicoll: Arion McNicoll is an award-winning journalist, editor and broadcaster who began his career working for The Chaser newspaper before going on to work for The Week, The Times, The Sunday Times and CNN. He is co-host of the hit history podcast “Today in History with The Retrospectors” and co-created “The Week Unwrapped”. The Final Edition is his first book – a satirical newspaper packed with stories that never go out of date. Host - Craig Reucassel: Craig Reucassel is a lauded Australian comedian, writer, broadcaster and television presenter, best known for his work with The Chaser and his long-running ABC series “War on Waste”. He has also hosted and appeared in numerous television and radio programs, bringing his trademark wit and sharp social commentary to audiences across Australia.