Tom Tilley (television presenter)

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Tom Tilley
Born1981 (age 42–43)
Victoria, Australia
EducationBachelor of Commerce, Macquarie University
Occupation(s)Television and radio presenter, journalist
Years active2007–present

Tom Tilley (born 1981)[1] is an Australian television and radio presenter and journalist. He was previously the host of daily radio news program Hack on Triple J between 2011 and 2019.

Career

Interested in journalism from a young age, Tilley undertook work experience at a radio station and for a newspaper during high school, but was initially discouraged by relatives from pursuing it as a career due to the difficulties in finding work within the industry.[2] He worked as an investment banker at Deutsche Bank for two years after graduating from Macquarie University before choosing to change career paths.[1] After travelling overseas and teaching himself video editing skills, Tilley decided that journalism was what he ultimately wanted to break into.[1]

Tilley began working at the

ABC2.[4] As of July 2017, Tilley has hosted nine of these specials, including five under the Hack Live brand.[5]

Tilley announced in November 2019 that would be stepping down from hosting Hack at the end of the year. He would begin a new role as a contributor and part time host for

PM and was the reporter in an episode of current affairs program Foreign Correspondent.[3][6]

Tilley has also been a fill in presenter on the Nine Network's Today Extra.

Personal life

Tilley grew up in Mudgee, NSW with his parents and three brothers.[1] He attended Mudgee High School where he became school captain.[7]

Tilley’s father was the

Pentecostal church established in Melbourne in the 1950s. Tilley effectively left the church when he moved to Sydney to study, formally doing so at age 21.[8]

Following high school, he moved to Newport, Sydney to complete a Bachelor of Commerce at Macquarie University.[1][9] He now resides in Tamarama.[1]

Tilley is a bassist for Client Liaison during their live performances,[1] and also has experience as a DJ.[10] In 2016, he was a finalist in the Cleo Bachelor of the Year award.[11]

Awards and nominations

National Live Music Awards

The National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are a broad recognition of Australia's diverse live industry, celebrating the success of the Australian live scene. The awards commenced in 2016.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
National Live Music Awards of 2016[12] Tom Tilley (Client Liaison) Live Bassist of the Year Nominated
National Live Music Awards of 2017[13][14] Tom Tilley (Client Liaison) Live Bassist of the Year Nominated

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j Gardner, Jessica (4 November 2016). "Meet Triple J's Tom Tilley: you're sure to be hearing more from him in future". Australian Financial Review. Retrieved 19 September 2017.
  2. ^ a b c Cant, Ash (3 March 2017). "Tom Tilley – a voice for young people". Hatch @ Macleay. Retrieved 19 September 2017.
  3. ^ a b Shananhan, Leo (17 November 2019). "Triple J's Tilley to join The Project". The Australian.
  4. ^ Knox, David (1 April 2014). "Airdate: Dead Drunk: A Night in the Cross". TV Tonight. Retrieved 19 September 2017.
  5. ^ McPhee, Sarah (23 September 2016). "Triple J's Tilley on 'live, dangerous' TV". News.com.au. Retrieved 19 September 2017.
  6. ^ "Triple j Memes For Tash Sultana Loving Teens". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 7 June 2018.
  7. ^ Watson, Elle (25 January 2015). "Tilley provides his top Triple J pick". Mudgee Guardian.
  8. ABC News Online
    , 2022-05-23
  9. ^ Thompson, Jacqui (1 August 2013). "Mix Master: Tom Tilley". The Urban List. Retrieved 19 September 2017.
  10. Hobart Mercury
    . p. 32.
  11. Canberra Times
    . Retrieved 19 September 2017.
  12. ^ "Nominees 2016". NLMA. 2016. Retrieved 5 September 2020.
  13. ^ "NLMA reveal 2017 Nominees". NLMA. 9 October 2017. Retrieved 5 September 2020.
  14. ^ "Winners 2017". NLMA. December 2016. Retrieved 5 September 2020.

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