But the real secret to teleporting the old ABC TV News Theme into the present lies in the bass. And that was provided by a kids' drum kit McDonald bought for 20 bucks on Gumtree.

The ABC is exploring resurrecting a much-loved former theme which has since taken a new life as a dance-floor favourite as part of a bid to create a consistent brand across TV and radio.

Pendulum. The former ABC TV News theme, composed by Tony Ansell and Peter Wall - and used by the broadcaster until 2005 - has been remixed by Perth band Pendulum.

Richard Mills AO, the conductor behind the ABC's traditional news opening theme (recorded at the Sydney Opera House in 1988), is taking up the top job as Darwin Symphony Orchestra's chief composer.