Mel McLaughlin speaks out on Marty Sheargold's Matildas ...
The respected 7NEWS presenter has sent a heartfelt message to the Matildas following the disgraced radio star's sexist rant.
7news.com.auMel McLaughlin is in the news for publicly sharing her lung cancer diagnosis and her ongoing treatment as of early 2026. She has spoken about the impact on her family and her plan to return to broadcasting, including hopes to cover major events in the future. She began treatment in late 2025, with surgery to remove part of a lung, and has since been gradually rejoining her presenting duties and raising awareness about lung cancer.
Latest highlights:
- McLaughlin disclosed a December 2025 lung cancer diagnosis, undergone surgery to remove part of her lung, and has been receiving treatment since then. This marks a significant health event after her sister’s death from lung cancer a decade earlier.[1][6]
- She has publicly thanked viewers for support as she eases back into work, signaling a staged return to broadcasting duties.[2]
- Media profiles and coverage detail her career and recent health journey, including background on her time with Seven Network and prior high-profile broadcasting roles.[3][5]
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