A new host is yet to be announced. 

The 1116 SEN presenter and host has decided to move on from hosting the Afternoon timeslot, but Leach will still be heard across 1116 SEN’s  programs and platforms in 2018 as the station’s resident A-League, Football and EPL expert.
 
He will also host a new, weekly A-League program to air on Sunday evenings, providing a comprehensive review and discussion of all matches locally and nationally.
 
Commencing with the station in his first stint as Afternoons host in 2004 and returning in 2007 to co-host the successful show, The Run Home with David Schwarz, followed by periods hosting the Breakfast and Afternoon timeslots, Leach has developed many fans that follow him both on-air and via social media.
 
“Francis’ expert knowledge in football circles is unparalleled and we are thrilled that we have still been able to secure his invaluable round ball insight and analysis in 2018,” said Cathy Thomas, General Manager of Radio.
 
Francis Leach commented on the change: “I’ve had a brilliant time on the air this year but it’s time for a new challenge. I look forward to popping up on the radio next year and talking about the sports we all love.”
 
He will continue hosting the Afternoon timeslot until normal programming concludes for the year on 8 December.