George Negus, a founding presenter of 9's 60 Minutes and ABC's Overseas Correspondent, has been recognized with dementia.
Mr Negus has been residing in a Sydney nursing dwelling since late final 12 months.
The 79-year-old's son, Serge Negus, confirmed the analysis in a press release, saying the household continued to share "fantastic" occasions collectively.
"As a household, we're sharing the brand new path we stroll as George faces the realities of his analysis of dementia from Alzheimer's illness, he stated.
"We proceed to share fantastic household occasions and are grateful for the care and assist we now have had from prolonged household and associates over the previous few years who perceive our challenges.
"George continues to offer and obtain the love and respect of us all. We respect all the great needs from close to and much at the moment."
Mr Negus introduced 60 Minutes from 1979-1986 and later went on to current the Overseas Correspondent from 1992-1999.
The information veteran additionally had two present affairs packages, George Negus Tonight on ABC and 6.30 with George Negus on Community Ten.
Mr Negus additionally established his personal media firm, Negus Media Worldwide, within the late Eighties, which he ran alongside his spouse and journalist Kirsty Cockburn.
The 79-year-old grew to become a Member of the Order of Australia in 2015, recognised for his vital service to the media, conservation and the atmosphere.