A masterclass in class: Laurel, Gary & Mark host their final 4BC Breakfast show

“Guys, I really hope this isn’t goodbye forever.”

This sentiment was just one of many from loyal listeners, as Laurel Edwards, Gary Clare and Mark Hine hosted their final Breakfast show on Brisbane’s 4BC this morning.

The station announced earlier this month that it’s taking a new direction in the Breakfast timeslot.

Today, after returning from their survey break at the start of this week, Laurel, Gary and Mark wrapped up their final shift on air together at 4BC, celebrating a remarkable 30 years of love and laughter, reminiscing about the good times and great memories they built during their days at 4KQ.

2GB talkback host and Nine Radio colleague Ray Hadley was among the guests on this morning’s final show, describing it as a truly momentous occasion, handled with great class.

“May I congratulate all three on you on the most professional way in which you are handling your last shift,” he said.

“It’s an example to everyone of class and dignity.”

To Laurel – who recently notched up a record-breaking 30 years on Brisbane’s Breakfast radio airwaves – he said “You leave behind you a legacy that will never be matched.”

Laurel’s husband, country music legend Troy Cassar-Daley also called in to congratulate the team, saying it’s been beautiful view from the top of the hill for the trio.

“I’m always proud. I know I don’t say it too much, but I’m always really proud.”

Laurel, Gary and Mark thanked 4BC, Nine Radio and their colleagues, saying “They’ve been absolutely wonderful to us.”

In signing off, Laurel said “The direction 4BC is going is not suited to us, which is fine. We will get to sleep in in the future.”

The team said special thanks go to their families … and their listeners.

 “You’ve stuck with us through thick and thick and shared your stories with us.”

The show then officially wrapped up with a fitting song: Green Day’s Time of your Life.

Weekends host Peter Fegan will look after the 4BC Breakfast shift until the end of the year.