Find top journalists in Wellington
Journalist Hunt connects with you thousands of journalists, reporters, columnists and other media professionals in Wellington. Explore one of the largest journalist databases in Wellington and start connecting with the right ones today. Try Journalist Hunt for free or subscribe to unlock premium data and features.
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Penelope Walsh
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Food Writer, Freelance
Food writer, hospitality journalist, digital editor. Measuring out life in coffee spoons, cake forks and tea cups.
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Kellen Coleman
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Journalist, Diversified Game
with🎙@kellenkash— diversity | entrepreneurship | inclusion 📣 “Just wanna give you the Game.”
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Jem Traylen
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Journalist, BusinessDesk
Press gallery journalist for BusinessDesk.co.nz, ex govt policy adviser, MCom(Hons) Econ, Won best student @ Voyagers '22 (She/They) 🏳️⚧🏳️🌈🕊🐉🦉🦁
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Sally Round
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Journalist and Producer, Radio New Zealand (RNZ)
RNZ journalist and producer
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Megan Whelan
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Head of Content, Radio New Zealand (RNZ)
Not really here anymore. Sarcasm and sequins. Head of content at @radionz. She/her
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Laura Walters
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Political Editor, Newsroom New Zealand
Political Editor for @NewsroomNZ Previously @NZStuff @TheSpinoffTV @Monocle24 @NewshubNationNZ Hmu:kiwijourno@protonmail.com, DM for Signal
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Elinor Chisholm
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Senior Research Fellow, New Zealand Centre for Sustainable Cities
interested in housing, cities, social science, public health. elinor dot chisholm at gmail.
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Alexa Cook
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Senior Reporter, Newshub
Senior TV Newshub Reporter based in Wellington. Former BBC and RNZ journo. Views are my own. Get in touch if you have a good yarn! alexacook@tv3.co.nz
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Robyn Maude
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Associate Professor, Researcher, New Zealand College of Midwives Journal
Robyn is Associate Professor and Head of Programme for Midwifery at the School of Nursing, Midwifery , and Health Practice Victoria University of Wellington NZ
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Jamie Ensor
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Digital News Producer and Reporter, Newshub
Political reporter for @nzherald in Parliament’s Press Gallery. Formerly @NewshubPolitics DM or email me - jamie.ensor@nzme.co.nz
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Find top journalists in Wellington
Journalist Hunt connects with you thousands of journalists, reporters, columnists and other media professionals in Wellington. Explore one of the largest journalist databases in Wellington and start connecting with the right ones today. Try Journalist Hunt for free or subscribe to unlock premium data and features.
GET STARTED FOR FREEFrequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists in Wellington?
Use filters by beat, industry, journalist type, or outlet to narrow your search and discover journalists based in Wellington who cover topics relevant to your story.
Do you provide email contacts for Wellington journalists?
Yes. Verified contact information (emails, LinkedIn, X) is available with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles but contact fields are redacted.
Can I filter Wellington journalists by beat or outlet?
Absolutely. You can refine by industry beat or specific publications to find Wellington journalists with expertise and reach in your area.
What profile details are shown for Wellington journalists?
Each profile includes journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet(s), location, and recent articles — giving you insight into what they cover and where.
Can I export a list of Wellington journalists for outreach?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of Wellington-based journalists to CSV or XLSX files and use them in PR or media campaigns.
How frequently are Wellington journalist profiles updated?
Profiles are refreshed regularly to keep location, beats, roles, and contact information accurate and up to date.
Why use a location filter along with beat or type?
Filtering by location helps ensure your pitches reach journalists in the region or market you care about — improving relevance and response rates.
Can I subscribe just to export data for Wellington journalists?
Yes. You can use a short-term subscription to access and export a location-specific journalist list and then cancel if needed.
Can I cancel my subscription at any time?
Yes. You’re free to change or cancel your plan at any time through your account settings. You retain access through your current billing period.