The shearer who became Riverina radio’s king – but never liked a crowd

Key points

• Allan Wallett, a former shearer, became a beloved radio presenter in the Riverina region for over 40 years. Despite his popularity, he preferred solitude over socialising.
• Wallett passed away on 5 October at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy in radio and harness racing.
• His weekday country music program earned him induction into the Australian Country Music Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2004.