A new NZME recruit, former broadcaster Megan Banks, is getting back behind the mic again - this time in her new home town of Napier.
Ms Banks will stand in for The Hits Hawke's Bay presenter Sarah Van Der Kley, who will be taking time off air to have a baby.
The former television news presenter said she was "really excited" about the opportunity to work with breakfast presenter Adam Green and The Hits team, after a year off from broadcasting.
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"While going back to an early alarm might be an adjustment, the fact that the show is such a favourite in the Bay more than makes up for it. Plus, I can't wait to actually drink a full cup of coffee with listeners while it's hot, something I've found to be quite the impossible task with two littlies.