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Molly Meldrum Says A 'Countdown' Revival Is On The Cards

Staff Writer

Following the hugely successful NYE special.

Following a hugely-successful NYE concert, ​Ian "Molly" Meldrum​ says there is a "possibility" Countdown​ will be coming back to Australian TV screens soon.

Appearing on Studio 10​ this week, the beloved music industry icon said the TV show could be revived on the ABC; the same network that aired the NYE tribute. 

"There is a possibility there will be a new Countdown​. All young performers, all young presenters," Meldrum said.

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"It'll hopefully be in the same timeslot, 6-7 on the Sunday night, repeated on the Saturday.

"I think we need it now."

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The NYE ​Countdown Live ​concert was a ratings hit for ABC and featured performances from artists such as Jimmy Barnes, Phil Jamieson, Stella Donelly, Casey Donovan and Marcia Hines.