Network 10 has announced the appointment of Josh Adsett as Executive Editor for 10 News First Queensland. Adsett, a seasoned journalist with over 25 years of experience covering some of Queensland's most significant stories, will lead the 5pm bulletin for the network.

Adsett's extensive career in journalism began in 1998 as a news reporter with 7 Local News in Mackay. He later moved to the 7 News Brisbane Gold Coast Bureau, where he served in various roles including reporter, story producer, and Bureau Chief. Most recently, Adsett held the position of 7 News Gold Coast Chief of Staff for five years.

Throughout his career, Adsett has extensively covered local news across Queensland, reporting from disaster zones such as Cyclone Larry in 2006 in Innisfail, the devastating Black Summer bushfires of 2019, the Brisbane floods, and major events like the G20 Summit in Brisbane.

Martin White, Head of Broadcast News, Paramount Australia and New Zealand, expressed confidence in Adsett's abilities. "Josh has everything that we pride ourselves on. He is a great journalist, a quality news maker, and a good person and leader. I look forward to seeing the success he brings, as we continue to ramp up our investment in local news in Queensland," White said.

Adsett's expertise in Queensland's dynamic weather and natural disasters will be central to his leadership. He has expressed excitement about the new role and the network's commitment to local news. "The recent re-investment back into Queensland by 10 News First is testament to the enduring nature and commitment of the network. Every single person in the Sunshine State can expect to be informed and entertained by our daily bulletins. TV News is exciting. It's meaningful and important. We have a duty to keep our leaders to account, and highlight the incidents and achievements which impact the lives of us all. The coverage you'll see on 10 News First is sourced, researched, produced and presented by proud Queenslanders," Adsett said.

He also praised the team at 10 News First, stating, "We have the most driven team of any news service. Presenters who deliver stories with strength, compassion, an intimate knowledge of their craft and the workings of our great state." Adsett concluded by saying, "A change has come to Queensland News, and 10 News First is meeting it head on. Our team is experienced and loyal, and I am excited to be a part of it."