A baby on the way for ABC Radio Melbourne Breakfast host Sharnelle Vella

Some wonderful news from 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Breakfast host Sharnelle Vella after she announced on air this morning that she and husband Nicholas are expecting a baby girl in March.

Sharnelle said:

“Our journey to get here hasn’t been easy, but we’re grateful for the support of our loved ones and friends. We hope our story can offer hope to others navigating endometriosis and infertility.

Despite having no symptoms, I was diagnosed with stage four endometriosis after years of fertility struggles. I’m sharing my story to shed light on this often misunderstood condition and to support the one million Australian women living with endometriosis.

We need to keep talking, keep listening, and work towards a future where women are heard, believed, and supported in their health journeys.”

ABC Radio Melbourne Local Manager Shelley Hadfield said everyone was overjoyed at the news:

“This is an exciting time for any family, including 774 ABC Radio Melbourne and listeners. We have some exciting things planned to celebrate the new arrival and Sharnelle won’t be too far away from the program. We look forward to checking in with her on the show after she welcomes her baby girl.”

Sharnelle will go on maternity leave at the end of February with plans to return to the show before the end of 2026. ABC Radio Melbourne will announce a fill-in co-host to join Bob Murphy early next year.