Can Tova Perk Up Breakfast?
March 28, 2026 
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Tova O’Brien returns to TV on Monday when the ex-Three broadcaster co-presents TVNZ 1’s Breakfast.
Her debut follows the launch of a 6am business bulletin.
Here’s the media release:
Tova O’Brien to make Breakfast debut this Monday alongside Chris Chang |
The alarm is set – Tova O’Brien will make her Breakfast debut this Monday, joining Chris Chang on TVNZ’s flagship morning show. The award-winning journalist and broadcaster will bring her trademark energy, wit and sharp interviewing style to the early hours – coffee in hand and ready to ease into the morning alongside viewers at home. From overnight headlines to the everyday stories that get people talking, Tova and Chris are ready to kick off a brand new day on Breakfast. In taking on the new role, Tova O’Brien says, “I’m still pinching myself that I get to join master of the mornings – Chris Chang – and the brilliant, bright Breakfast team each day. And in a year with the ultimate double header: a FIFA World Cup AND an election. “It’s a very special thing to be invited into people’s homes and lives as they’re preparing to hit the day. “We’ll set you up with everything you need to know and get you thinking – news, interviews, your views and – with the help of Chris’ dad jokes and lots of laughs.” Chris Chang says he’s excited to welcome Tova to the Breakfast desk. “I’m so excited for Breakfast viewers to get to know Tova. We all know she’s a brilliant, top-class journalist – it’s going to be awesome to work alongside one of the best in the business every day – but actually, I can’t wait for everyone to see how warm and funny she is too.” Breakfast airs weekdays from 6am on TVNZ 1 and TVNZ+. |
The death of Breakfast I think. — Paul W.
I think she is a great addition to the team, and she knows how to handle people like the Prime Minister etc. Reducing the hosts to just 2 is a bit of a strain for a 3 hour spot, but with the addition of the new business slot removing 30 minutes that should help. — Steven Ellis.