James Valentine, beloved ABC radio host, dies at 64

James Valentine, the 64-year-old ABC radio presenter, musician and author, died at home surrounded by family after a two-year battle with oesophageal cancer and accessed assisted dying laws. He built a decades-long career as a witty, warm broadcaster whose presenting style endeared him to listeners and helped connect a city to music and ideas. His final hours included a last performance, and his decision to use assisted dying highlights the personal end-of-life choices facing people with terminal illness and focuses attention on options for terminal care.