ABC says AI will write articles

ABC Radio Drive

Presented by Jess McGuire Tue 7 July 2026

From the beach to the bush, NSW Drive will bring you up to speed on the latest news and information you need to know — all whilst having a great time spending the afternoon with you. Whether you’re knocking off work for the day, running the kids around, or still balancing the books, we’ll keep you company from 3-6pm across regional New South Wales.

(Dr Timothy Koskie appears at 1.08)

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