Totally Wild host 'Ranger Stacey' Thomson reveals her surprise career change after the show was axed

Channel 10’s long-running children’s show Totally Wild was axed in February after 29 years on the air.

And on Saturday, former host ‘Ranger Stacey’ Thomson revealed her surprising career change, nine months after the program was cancelled.

The TV veteran, 57, told The Mercury, she is working in environmental education for Redland City Council in Queensland.

New career: Totally Wild host ‘Ranger Stacey’ Thomson (pictured) has revealed her surprising career change… after the show was axed after 29 years on the air

‘I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do [after the show was axed], but this opportunity quickly came up working in environmental education for Redland City Council,’ she said.

She continued: ‘I went from working in the television field for close on three decades to local government, so it’s been different, but I’ve fitted in better than I could have ever expected.’

Channel 10 announced earlier this year that Totally Wild wouldn’t be renewed.

New job: The TV veteran told The Mercury , she is now working in environmental education for Redland City Council in Queensland

It was once considered the benchmark for Australian children’s television – a news-style educational show that focused on nature, science, technology and sport.

The decision was made because Channel 10 is refocusing its children’s programming on drama rather than factual content.

In a note to staff at the time, content boss Beverley McGarvey confirmed some presenters and crew would be losing their jobs.

End of an era: Channel 10 announced earlier this year that Totally Wild wouldn’t be renewed

‘The children’s department will remain an integral part of the programming department and our broader business and will remain based at [Channel 10’s Brisbane station] TVQ,’ Ms McGarvey said in her email to staff.

‘Unfortunately, this means we will say goodbye to some incredibly talented colleagues and friends who have made important contributions to our business.

‘I would like to express my sincere thanks and gratitude for the great work, commitment and enthusiasm the department staff have shown to their jobs and our company. It is in no way a reflection of their talent, contribution or passion.’

Iconic: It was once considered the benchmark for Australian children’s television – a news-style educational show that focused on nature, science, technology and sport