Peter Harrison was a prominent ABC presenter who worked across Perth and Melbourne commercial and public radio from the 1950s through the 1980s.
Peter played the double bass.
Peter began his career in Perth, working as a popular music and jazz announcer on stations including 6KY (starting around November 1970) and presenting programs for the ABC (such as jazz and swing segments and Sportsview on Saturday afternoons), including Jack Harrison and his Music.
Relocated to Melbourne in February 1972 where he joined 3XY, initially hosting the late-night shift before moving into a highly rated breakfast and morning slot that cemented his reputation for quick wit and a distinctive on-air voice.
He also spent time on 3DB