Was the resignation of Justin Stevens leaked to the press? Plus: 7.30 is safe despite speculation it faces axe

The ABC managing director Hugh Marks, appearing at Senate estimates after losing his news director a day earlier, gave a master class in sending a strong message by not saying anything.

Justin Stevens resigned after four years in the role, citing personal and professional reasons. His exit was immediate, and the fact his successor had already been chosen did raise questions.

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