Retired Sunrise host awarded Order of Australia honours as David Koch criticizes breakfast TV industry

David ‘Kochie’ Koch has dished on life after Sunrise following his exit from the show after 21 years.

The TV Veteran, 67, told The Australian on Thursday, the best part about working on his business Pinstripe Media is the business hours.

‘I love every single minute of it, but compared to working in an emergency department it really is a horses**t job,’ he said.

‘But if you can use that job to make a difference elsewhere it is the best job in the world.’

David has also received an Order of Australia for his work in the media and community.

David ‘Kochie’ Koch (pictured) has dished on life after Sunrise following his exit from the show after 21 years

His award includes his significant service to economic journalism as he continues his work in the finance sector.

Sandra Sully, who has been a presenter at Network Ten since 1990, also received an Order of Australia for her achievements.

It comes after Kochie gushed over how well Matt ‘Shirvo’ Shirvington has replaced him on Sunrise following his departure.

Chatting with Daily Mail Australia during the Virgin Voyages event last month, Kochie had only praise for the Olympic athlete.

‘I love every single minute of it, but compared to working in an emergency department it really is a horses**t job,’ he said

‘He’s doing really well. We knew Matt would take over about two or three years ago and he would fill in for me,’ he said.

‘Matt’s just a great guy. Got a great family. I love his enthusiasm. He sort of brings an elite athlete sort of mentality. He always wants to learn.’

The Channel Seven veteran went on to say he still ‘regularly’ has lunch and catches up with Shirvo and Nat.

It comes after Kochie gushed over how well Matt ‘Shirvo’ Shirvington has replaced him on Sunrise following his departure