André Leslie
André Leslie joined the ABC in 2015, presenting and producing news and sport for several years at ABC News Channel and ABC NewsRadio in Sydney. In 2022 he moved to ABC Northern Tasmania in Launceston, where he now works as a radio producer.
Outside of the ABC André spent nearly a decade at Germany's international broadcaster Deutsche Welle in Berlin and Bonn. He also covered the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea for news wire Deutsche Presse-Agentur and commentated the first German-language cricket TV broadcasts ever, on Eurosport.
Latest by André Leslie
Visitors loved 'the little world of little moles'. We found out what happened to the holiday park diorama
Many Tasmanians fondly remember Mole Hill Fantasy — a popular 1980-90s attraction for locals and tourists alike. We look into what happened to it.
Paddy Dooley's bowling style is unorthodox, much like his path to professional cricket
The Hobart Hurricane player's windmill-style bowling is making him a cult hero, so how did this Queensland lawyer end up spinning for the Big Bash League side?
'We don't want to be the fun police,' but doctors say large health warnings for alcohol are needed
A recent health survey has reignited the push for health warnings to be introduced on alcohol packaging, but boutique wine producers say their products aren't the problem when it comes to problem drinking.
Tasmania's oldest bagpipe band setting itself up for a loud future under first female pipe major
After being named St Andrews Caledonian Pipe Band's first female pipe major to lead the group, Sally-Anne Richter says encouraging the next generation is key to ensuring the band's future.
Australian tennis star Jack Crawford was on top of the world with a Tasmanian racquet in his hand
Ninety years ago Jack Crawford became the first Australian to win the French Open, playing with a racquet made by Launceston's now defunct Alexander brand. Since then, the company has disappeared from international tennis, but its former factory still stands as a reminder.
After a long and storied history, the name HMAS Launceston is set to disappear from the navy — for now, at least
HMAS Launceston is being decommissioned on June 1, ending a run of navy vessels named after the Tasmanian city dating back to 1942.
This restaurant has served breakfast for 23 years, but now it's off the menu. Here's why
Stillwater in Launceston is the latest in a string of venues across the country cutting their hours as employers struggle to fill positions.
Fossil fuels locked in to power mine providing parts for electric car engines
The Dolphin Tungsten Mine is about to reopen on King Island. But instead of being connected to the local grid, it'll be diesel-powered for the next two years.
National cricket tournament like a 'men’s shed in whites', gives older players a chance to reconnect
As the over-70s national cricket championships begin, some players see it as a time to renew old rivalries between states, while others are just happy to be fit enough to take part.
Potential mine for in-demand mineral putting Lake Gairdner residents on edge
Preparations for a potential fluorspar mine at Moina in north-west Tasmania are worrying residents, who say their way of life and the area's environment is under threat — despite acknowledging a growing need for a mineral used in electric vehicle batteries.
How one of Tasmania's scariest — and most photographed — roads was built
Jacobs Ladder is one of Australia's most stunning roads, but the early story of this high mountain pass was pretty rocky, just like the terrain that surrounds it.
Most people take a souvenir from a place they loved visiting — this man built a replica town
Back in 1980, self-made Dutch businessman Roelf Vos embarked on a very personal building project — to recreate a Swiss village in northern Tasmania. Four decades on, this unique town is still attracting visitors from around the world.
A great technique, highly skilful and loads of self-belief: the secrets to Warne's success
With 708 Test wickets, Shane Warne's 15-year international bowling career was a statistical outlier. It was no fluke though, but the result of a various key attributes that were both physical and mental, according to leg spin expert Mark McInnes.
'Everything just seemed to click': Meg Lanning on her 133 not out in 2019 at Chelmsford
At a ground where England's women cricketers had never been beaten, Meg Lanning smashed 133 to help Australia to an unassailable lead in the 2019 Ashes. The Australian captain still ranks it as one of her most memorable moments.
'You start to even doubt yourself': Steve Waugh re-lives his greatest Ashes moments
From announcing himself on the world stage with a stunning performance in England, to the doubt that lingered before his famous SCG ton — Steve Waugh re-lives his greatest Ashes moments.
'It was beautiful': Ashton Agar opens up about sharing his historic Trent Bridge knock with Phillip Hughes
Ashton Agar's debut Test score of 98 batting at number 11 in the 2013 Ashes series was both exhilarating and heartbreaking. Nearly a decade on, the all-rounder says it remains one of his most special cricket memories.
The stars of Scotland, PNG and Oman to watch for during the T20 World Cup
While the first round of the men's T20 World Cup includes several cricketing minnows, there are some outstanding players involved who could give some of the powerhouse nations a scare.
'The humidity does get to you': The life of an interstate 'import' in Darwin's booming cricket league
For decades, Australia's top young cricketers headed to England in the winter months. Now, due to COVID-19, Darwin is the safer option and the city's cricket scene is booming as a result.
'Time to dream' How the British press reacted to England's win over Germany
It's all over at Wembley, and England finally gets a win over rivals Germany — but how have the English and German press handled the story?
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analysis:Germany struggling along, but looking forward to Wembley showdown
Germany wobbles through to the knockout stage of the European Championships after a nailbiting 2-2 draw against Hungary. They'll need to improve against England at Wembley if they want to keep their strong record there intact.
Shaun Tait on why he's still playing country cricket
After a career plagued with injury as he pushed his body to the limit, former international fast bowler Shaun Tait still loves playing country cricket in South Australia. He says it's helped him understand the game better.
The Barmy Army wants this 45yo County player on the Ashes plane, and they're only half joking
Darren Stevens smashes 190 with the bat before dismissing Marnus Labuschagne with the ball, leading some to suggest the 45-year-old is an outside chance of an Ashes spot.
Josh Green's NBA draft success was a lifetime in the making
Being drafted 18th in the NBA draft is the culmination of a lifetime's graft for Josh Green, from Sydney's Hills District to the Dallas Mavericks.
Teen's parents say Austrian rescuers triggered fatal avalanche
Max Meyer's parents say their family had been "uninjured and in no immediate danger" as ski patrol rescuers began an ill-fated attempt to rescue them from a narrow valley while skiing off-piste in Austria's St Anton am Arlberg.
'Masses of snow': Rescuer describes frantic effort to find Sydney teenager in Austrian avalanche
An Austrian mountain policeman involved in the search for Sydney teenager Max Meyer describes the difficult and dangerous conditions involved in the attempted rescue after an avalanche buried the 16-year-old.