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Leon Byner signs off for final time on FIVEaa Morning Show

Broadcast veteran Leon Byner has choked back tears while signing off from his FIVEaa morning radio show for the final time after 23 years. Bidding his loyal listeners farewell, the Adelaide radio legend says he will remain part of the FIVEaa family in 2023.

Video of sign off.

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