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Sharlene Marie Zeta Robinson (born 8 March 1980[citation needed]), known professionally as Charli Robinson previously as Charli Delaney, is an Australian television and radio presenter, most famously known as an original member of children's musical group Hi-5 and the television series of the same name from 1998 to 2008 and left Hi-5 after ten years with the group. She is known now as a presenter on Nine Network travel program Getaway.

Key Information

Early life

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Robinson was born in Newcastle, New South Wales, and she has an older sister named Cassandra.[1][2][3][4] She attended Hunter School of the Performing Arts at Broadmeadow, Newcastle, before featuring in various TV shows and soap operas.[5]

Career

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Hi-5

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Robinson performed in 2006.

Robinson was the youngest original member of group Hi-5.

Robinson chose to leave Hi-5 in February 2008, officially announcing on 22 February 2008 that she would be leaving the group. She indicated that she would continue with the show until a suitable replacement was found. She was replaced by Casey Burgess. Robinson noted her plans for the future include other presenting work and acting in television and films, to challenge herself.[6] She served as a judge on Battle of the Choirs in 2008, and she also appeared on the eighth season of Dancing with the Stars.[7]

TV Hosting

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In 2009, Robinson co-hosted the celebrity singing show It Takes Two with Home and Away actor Paul O'Brien and signed a three-year contract with the show. She also appeared in the short film Tegan the Vegan[8]

In October 2011, it was announced that she would be hosting a re-launch of the TV show It's a Knockout.[9]

Radio presenter

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In 2009, Robinson had a show on the Today Network's 2Day FM and Fox FM on late nights initially [Monday to Wednesday] with Chris Page and had co-hosted the Top 6 @ 6 with Danno on the Today Network for one hour.[10][11]

In May 2011, Robinson filled in as the host on The Kyle & Jackie O Show while Kyle Sandilands and Jackie Henderson were off on sick leave.[12]

On 5 December 2011, it was announced that Robinson was signed to host the Sea FM Gold Coast breakfast show in 2012 with Simon Baggott and Paul Gale.[13]

Personal life

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Robinson married her childhood partner, Brent Delaney, in 2003. The pair separated in 2009 after six years together.[14]

In February 2016, Robinson revealed that she and her partner of five years, Justin Kirkpatrick, had separated.[15]

In August 2018, Robinson and partner Liam Talbot announced they were expecting their first child.[16] Their daughter was born on 27 December 2018. Robinson and Talbot became engaged at Mount Panorama on 13 October 2019, and on 20 July 2020 they had a second daughter.

Filmography

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Television roles
Year Title Role Notes
1999–2008 Hi-5 Presenter Series 1 to 10
2003–present Getaway Reporter Regular reporter since 2014
2007 Spicks And Specks Guest
2008 Good News Week
Battle of the Choirs Series Judge
Dancing with the Stars Contestant
Carols in the Domain Performer Performed "Away in a Manger"
2009 The Squiz Regular guest
2011–14 The Dirt TV Reporter
2011–12 It's a Knockout Host
2016–17 Cruise Mode
2019 Channel Nine Queensland Children's Hospital Telethon

Dancing with the Stars performances

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In late 2008, Robinson competed in the eighth season of Dancing with the Stars. Robinson's partner was Csaba Szirmai, one of the show's resident professional dancers.

Week # Dance/Song Judges' score Total Score Result
Todd Helen Mark
1 Cha-cha-cha / "Pictures" 6 7 7 20 Safe
2 Tango / "My Love" 8 8 7 23 Safe
3 Samba / "Mas Que Nada" 7 7 8 22 Safe
4 Quickstep / "Right Now" 6 8 8 22 Bottom Two
5 Salsa / "Low" 8 9 9 26 Safe
6 West Coast Swing / "Don't Wanna Go to Bed Now" 8 8 8 24 Safe
7 Paso Doble/ "Bolero"
Rumba / "Colors of the Wind"
8
9
8
9
8
9
24
27
Safe
8 Jive/ "Yeh Yeh"
Foxtrot/ "1234"
5
7
7
7
6
7
18
21
Safe
9 Tango/ "Tango Forte"
Cha-Cha-ChaQuickstepSalsa Segue/ "Kiss" – "Keep Young and Beautiful" – "Groove Is in the Heart"
9
6
9
7
8
7
26
20
Eliminated

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Charli Robinson (born Sharlene Marie Zeta Robinson; March 8, 1980) is an Australian television presenter, actress, and singer, best known as the youngest original member of the children's entertainment group and TV series Hi-5, which she joined in 1998 and remained with until 2008. Born in Newcastle, New South Wales, Robinson attended the Hunter School of the Performing Arts and began her career with guest roles in Australian soap operas and television shows prior to her breakthrough with Hi-5. On the series, she specialized in the "Body Move" segment, contributing to its international success as an educational program blending music, dance, and learning for preschool audiences. After leaving Hi-5, she transitioned to travel and lifestyle television, starting as a reporter on the Nine Network's long-running program Getaway in 2003 with her debut segment filmed in her hometown of Port Stephens; she became a regular presenter in 2014 and continues to feature in episodes exploring destinations like Bellingen, Coffs Harbour, and Singapore as of 2025. Robinson has expanded her presenting portfolio to include hosting It's a Knockout (2011) and Cruise Mode TV, as well as voiceover work and MC roles at corporate events. A trained yoga instructor, she competed in the eighth season of Dancing with the Stars Australia in 2008, and has since engaged in philanthropy, notably supporting Camp Quality through initiatives like the Big Walk for Little Kids. In her personal life, Robinson is a mother of two daughters and maintains an interest in motorsports.

Early life and education

Childhood and family background

Sharlene Marie Zeta Robinson, known professionally as Charli Robinson, was born on 8 March 1980 in , Australia. She grew up in a family that included an older sister named . From an early age, Robinson displayed a strong interest in performance, starting lessons at the age of two and developing a passion for . By six or seven years old, she had articulated her dream of becoming a singer, writing a letter to her mother about her ambitions. These childhood pursuits in Newcastle fostered her initial spark for the entertainment world.

Performing arts training

Robinson attended the Hunter School of the Performing Arts, a selective government-funded secondary school in Broadmeadow, Newcastle, New South Wales, where she completed her high school education. The school's curriculum emphasized alongside core academic subjects, providing students with intensive training in drama, , and music from Year 7 onward, including individual lessons in a chosen performing arts area and weekly ensemble performance groups. This specialized program equipped Robinson with foundational skills in through drama classes, vocal techniques and via music instruction, and movement proficiency in , preparing her for professional opportunities in . Following her graduation, Robinson pursued additional certification as a instructor, enhancing her expertise in physical movement and wellness disciplines.

Career

Hi-5 involvement

Charli Robinson was selected as one of the original members of the Australian children's musical group Hi-5 in 1998, alongside , , Nathan Foley, and Tim Harding. The group was formed to star in the of the same name, which premiered on the in 1999 and focused on educational entertainment through , , and interactive segments. Robinson, then known as Charli Delaney after her , served as the group's primary dancer and singer, contributing to its high-energy performances that emphasized fun learning for young audiences. During her decade-long tenure from 1999 to 2008, Robinson created and hosted the "Body Move" segments on the TV series, which promoted physical coordination, movement, and as educational tools to develop motor skills in children. She also participated in the group's musical releases, including albums like Jump and Jive with Hi-5 (2000), It's a Party! (2001), Boom Boom Beat (2002), and Celebrate! (2003), all of which earned ARIA Awards for Best Children's Album during her time with the group. Additionally, Robinson toured extensively with Hi-5, performing in shows such as Hi-5 Alive in 2001, which brought the group's live and routines to audiences across and internationally, solidifying her role in fostering interactive, family-oriented entertainment. Robinson announced her departure from Hi-5 on February 22, 2008, after 10 years, citing a desire to pursue new challenges in television presenting and acting. She was replaced by , who joined the group in April 2008 and continued the "Body Move" segments. Her involvement with Hi-5 established her as a prominent figure in Australian children's , launching her career and introducing her energetic style to a generation of young fans.

Television presenting

Following her breakout role in the children's group Hi-5, Robinson transitioned to solo television presenting with guest appearances in 2008. She competed as a contestant in the eighth season of on the Seven Network, partnered with professional dancer Csaba Szirmai, performing routines such as the cha-cha, , salsa, and jive before her elimination in the semi-finals. That same year, she served as a judge on the Seven Network's reality competition Battle of the Choirs, alongside panelists including and Jonathon Welch, evaluating performances by 16 community choirs vying for a prize. In 2011 and 2012, Robinson hosted the revived game show on Network Ten, co-presenting alongside HG Nelson and Brad McEwan in a format featuring teams competing in physical challenges filmed in due to production costs. The series aired eight episodes, emphasizing entertainment with quirky obstacle courses and international flair. Since 2014, Robinson has been a regular presenter and reporter on the Nine Network's long-running travel program , contributing segments on destinations worldwide, including family-friendly spots in and wellness retreats. Her contributions have continued into 2025, with notable reports on the food scene in ; nighttime adventures in ; and explorations in , highlighting local culture, cuisine, and eco-tourism.

Radio broadcasting

Robinson began her radio career in 2010 by co-hosting the National Hot30 Countdown on the Today Network alongside Chris Page, a role that aired nationally from the studios of in . The countdown show, which replaced previous hosts Tim Lee and Biggzy, debuted on March 15, 2010, and featured music charts with interviews and segments. In 2013, she transitioned to hosting her own program, Scoopla, for , focusing on celebrity gossip and lifestyle content. That same year [2011? No, the fill-ins are 2011], wait, the next sentence: "That same year, Robinson took on fill-in presenting duties..." Wait, no, the structure is: after Hot30, then "In 2011, she transitioned..." but now changed to 2013 for Scoopla, but the "That same year" refers to 2011 for fill-ins. Wait, original: After Hot30 para. Then "In 2011, she transitioned to hosting... Scoopla" Then "That same year, Robinson took on fill-in... in June. By February 2011, she had also launched "The Dirt,"" So, when changing Scoopla to 2013, the "That same year" for 2011 needs to be a separate sentence or adjust. To fix only the critical, change the Scoopla year, and make "That same year" refer to 2011 explicitly? But since it's only fixing the error, I'll adjust minimally: move the 2011 details before the Scoopla para. No, the 2011 is after the Scoopla sentence in original. To preserve structure, change to: After the Hot30 para. Then a para for 2011 activities, then Scoopla in 2013. But instructions: Preserve paragraph structure. Original has: Hot30 para. Then para starting "In 2011, she transitioned to hosting Scoopla... That same year,... By February 2011,..." So, to fix, split or adjust the para to: In 2011, Robinson took on fill-in... launched ... Then separate: In 2013, transitioned to Scoopla... But citation for Scoopla is the same. Since only one fix, I'll rewrite the radio subsection with the correction, keeping close. Yes. So, in rewritten: Robinson began... 2010... debuted March 15, 2010... In 2011, Robinson took on fill-in presenting duties, including a national breakfast stint with Andrew G. on the Today Network's "The Winter Breaky Show" in June. By February 2011, she had also launched "The Dirt," a Friday night entertainment show on the Today Network that replaced the Hot30 Countdown on that day, where she dished celebrity news solo before the program expanded. In 2013, she transitioned to hosting her own program, Scoopla, for , focusing on celebrity gossip and lifestyle content. Then the rest: A significant step... 2011 announcement for Sea FM 2012. The Sea FM is late 2011 announced for 2012. Fine. Yes, that works, minimal change. The original has Scoopla before the 2011 fill-ins, but to fix, reorder slightly for logic. Since preserve structure, but to correct, it's ok to adjust para. I think it's fine. Continue. A significant step came in late 2011 when Robinson was announced as co-host of the show on 90.9 Sea FM Gold Coast, starting in 2012. She joined established hosts Paul "Galey" Gale and Simon "Baggs" Baggott for "Galey, Baggs and Charli," a high-energy morning program blending music, comedy, and local Gold Coast content. While maintaining her role on "" across the Today Network, including and the Gold Coast, Robinson's addition to the breakfast team aimed to boost the station's appeal to younger listeners. The show quickly gained popularity, earning nominations for metropolitan breakfast team at the Australian Commercial Radio Awards in subsequent years. Robinson co-hosted the Sea FM breakfast program for five years, from 2012 until the end of 2016, during which it evolved to include Ross from the drive show in the lineup at times. On September 14, 2016, she and announced their departure, citing a desire for new opportunities; Robinson specifically noted her intent to return to television full-time. Their final broadcast aired on November 18, 2016, marking the end of a successful tenure that described as a highlight of his 16 years at the station. Following this, Robinson has made occasional guest appearances on entertainment-focused radio shows but has not returned to a regular on-air radio role as of 2025.

Other media and entertainment work

Beyond her foundational roles in children's entertainment, Charli Robinson has expanded into voiceover artistry and emceeing, contributing to various television productions and live events. She provided voiceover services for Network Nine's SeaChange documentary series, Network Ten's Cruise Mode automotive program, and Jeep television and radio advertisements. As an emcee, Robinson has hosted multiple televised Carols by Candlelight events in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Surfers Paradise, along with galas for the Royal Children's Hospital, corporate functions, and charity initiatives through 2025. In additional entertainment ventures, Robinson made a guest appearance on the musical quiz show Spicks and Specks in 2007, participating in a children's music-themed episode alongside performers like Justine Clarke. She also featured briefly in the 2013 Hi-5 spin-off series Hi-5 House, reprising elements of her original Hi-5 persona in select segments. From 2023 to 2025, Robinson has focused on charity-driven media engagements, serving as an ambassador for Camp Quality and championing the 2024 Big Walk for Little Kids virtual fundraising event to support children with cancer. Her involvement included promotional appearances on The Morning Show in September 2024, where she shared stories of Hi-5's hospital visits to highlight the organization's positivity programs. On social media, she has influenced family-oriented content, posting about immersive experiences like the 2025 Bluey's World interactive exhibit in Brisbane, blending her media presence with promotional storytelling. Robinson's early performing arts training, which included yoga instruction during her Hi-5 tenure, has influenced her approach to wellness segments in media projects. She demonstrated basic poses in a 2012 promotional video tied to Hi-5, emphasizing accessibility for children and families. This foundation appears in her later work, such as exploring health retreats and activities on , where she promotes restorative practices like for holistic .

Personal life

Relationships and marriages

Robinson married her childhood sweetheart, Brent Delaney, on 15 March 2003 after dating for several years. The couple, who had known each other since school, ended their marriage after six years together, separating in 2009. Following her , Robinson began a relationship with Justin Kirkpatrick in early 2011. The pair dated for approximately five years before separating in late 2015. Robinson publicly confirmed the split in February 2016, stating that it was a mutual decision influenced by their demanding careers and frequent travel, which made maintaining the relationship challenging. She described the breakup as amicable but remained private about further details. In August 2016, Robinson started dating professional racing driver Liam Talbot, whom she initially connected with via messages before their first date. The couple has shared positive reflections on their partnership, with Robinson recalling a romantic trip to just six weeks into dating as a pivotal moment where she fell in love, and Talbot noting their exchange of "I love you"s during a park outing. They became engaged on 13 October 2019 during a interview at the event on Mount Panorama, where Talbot proposed on the dummy grid before competing in the race. Robinson has described their relationship as filled with humorous and supportive moments, emphasizing mutual understanding despite the demands of Talbot's career.

Family and children

Robinson and her fiancé, Liam Talbot, welcomed their first daughter, , on December 27, 2018. Their second daughter, Theadora Elle Talbot, was born on July 20, 2020. The family resides in , where Robinson embraces everyday parenting routines, including walking her daughters to school. In May 2025, she participated in Walk Safely to School Day with Talbot and the girls, emphasizing the importance of active family habits and road safety. As of October 2025, Robinson continued sharing glimpses of family life on , including moments with Talbot and their daughters during school milestones and casual outings, reflecting their close-knit dynamic.

Filmography and achievements

Television roles and appearances

Robinson's early television work included minor guest appearances in Australian soap operas and variety shows during her teenage years, prior to her breakthrough role. From 1999 to 2008, she starred as a core performer on the children's Hi-5, portraying the energetic character Charli, who focused on and body movement segments, contributing to the show's interactive format aimed at preschool audiences. In 2001, she appeared in the live special Hi-5 Alive!, extending the series' live performance elements. In 2008, Robinson participated as a contestant on season eight of the dance competition , paired with professional dancer Csaba Szirmai; the duo advanced to the grand final before being eliminated. That year, she also served as a judge on the Seven Network's choral reality series Battle of the Choirs, evaluating community choirs alongside panelists including and Jonathon Welch. Robinson co-hosted the celebrity vocal duet competition It Takes Two in 2009 on the Seven Network, partnering with actor Paul O'Brien for the season that paired singers with professional vocalists. She hosted the revived physical game show It's a Knockout from 2011 to 2012 on Network Ten, co-presenting with HG Nelson and Brad McEwan in a format featuring teams competing in comedic obstacle courses. In 2013, Robinson returned to the Hi-5 franchise with a guest role in the American adaptation Hi-5 House, appearing as herself in episodes promoting music and movement for young children. She first appeared as a reporter on the Nine Network's long-running travel series in 2003, becoming a regular presenter in 2014 and continuing to deliver on-location reports from international and domestic destinations, including wellness retreats in and family adventures in , with ongoing segments as of 2025. From 2016 to 2017, she co-hosted the motoring magazine series Cruise Mode on Network Ten alongside .

Awards and nominations

During her tenure with the children's entertainment group Hi-5 from 1998 to 2008, Robinson contributed to the group's receipt of multiple for Best Children's Album, including wins in 2000 for Jump and Jive with Hi-5, 2001 for It's a Party, 2002 for Boom Boom Beat, and 2003 for . Hi-5 also secured a Helpmann Award for Best for Children in 2002 for their live production Hi-5 Alive. The Hi-5 television series, featuring Robinson as a performer and presenter, earned three Logie Awards for Most Outstanding Children's Program, in 2000, 2001 (tied with Round the Twist), and 2004 for the preschool category. Additionally, Robinson received an individual Logie Award for Most Popular Children's Presenter in recognition of her Hi-5 work. In her radio career, particularly as co-host of breakfast shows on Sea FM and other stations, Robinson was part of teams that won three Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs) for Best On Air Team, including a 2015 win for the Provincial FM category with Paul Gale and Ross Elmes. Robinson has been involved in charitable causes, serving as an ambassador for Camp Quality since at least 2024 and championing events like the Big Walk for Little Kids to support children with cancer, though no formal awards for this work have been documented as of 2025. Post-2020, there are no recorded individual professional awards or nominations for Robinson in television, radio, or entertainment.

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