Bonnie Jansen is a Multimedia Journalist working with Newstalk ZB, the Herald and Herald Sport teams.
I’ve always wanted to be a sports journalist – I grew up playing sport and am very passionate about telling great sporting yarns. I came to this fantastic career through an unusual pathway - I studied a Bachelor of Communications majoring in radio before working as a brand manager with Hauraki and the Alternative Commentary Collective. From there I entered the Te Rito cadetship scheme, which gave me the opportunity to throw myself into sports writing and broadcasting.
![More than a token female: Inside the mind of Black Foils strategist Liv Mackay](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
More than a token female: Inside the mind of Black Foils strategist Liv Mackay
From growing up on a farm in Tūtira, Mackay helped the Black Foils to five event titles.
!['Feeling the pain': Burling gutted after Black Foils let SailGP season slip](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Feeling the pain': Burling gutted after Black Foils let SailGP season slip
'We really want to go out with the win...it definitely hurts.'
![All you need to know as the Black Foils chase SailGP glory](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
All you need to know as the Black Foils chase SailGP glory
After three seasons of Australian dominance, the Black Foils are the new frontrunners.
!['Getting that balance right': The Black Foils' approach ahead of $3.2m SailGP final](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Getting that balance right': The Black Foils' approach ahead of $3.2m SailGP final
New Zealand aren't vying for a grand final spot so how will they race the fleets?
![Is Disneyland really the happiest place on earth?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Is Disneyland really the happiest place on earth?
For a touch of magic in your search for happiness, look no further than Disneyland.
!['Scraping teeth': NZ's best tennis player faces career uncertainty over money woes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Scraping teeth': NZ's best tennis player faces career uncertainty over money woes
'I picked a tournament to play at because I found an Airbnb for $30 a night.'
![Hurricanes v Chiefs: Head to head stats, expert picks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Hurricanes v Chiefs: Head to head stats, expert picks
The winner will meet the Blues in the 2024 final.
![Blues v Brumbies: Weather forecast, expert picks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Blues v Brumbies: Weather forecast, expert picks
For the first time in eight years, the competition is guaranteed a new winner.
![How New Zealand's first Para-badminton player lost his leg playing football](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How New Zealand's first Para-badminton player lost his leg playing football
The lower-leg amputee's path to becoming a four-time Paralympian is winning material.
![Fuelling success: Olympian's dietary secrets revealed ahead of Paris](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Fuelling success: Olympian's dietary secrets revealed ahead of Paris
'I used to eat once a day, which was just a binge eat at the end of the day.'
![Labour MP calls on Government to show leadership in NZR civil war](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Labour MP calls on Government to show leadership in NZR civil war
Henare says unrest in rugby has far-reaching ramifications and affects moods.
![The one holiday where you can act your shoe size, not your age](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The one holiday where you can act your shoe size, not your age
Disneyland’s Pixar Fest will unlock your childhood.
![More pain for Phoenix: Star striker to leave club](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
More pain for Phoenix: Star striker to leave club
The Phoenix's success has led to an increase in player valuations.
![Owner to fan: Terry Serepisos' rocky Wellington Phoenix journey](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Owner to fan: Terry Serepisos' rocky Wellington Phoenix journey
Despite bankruptcy, the proud ex-owner praises their remarkable journey to the semifinals.
![How Kiwi tennis player landed Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff as doubles partner](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How Kiwi tennis player landed Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff as doubles partner
Erin Routliffe said it's different working with someone whose main priority is singles.
![Veteran Kiwi netballers call to reunify Trans-Tasman competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Veteran Kiwi netballers call to reunify Trans-Tasman competition
The Magic stars believe a transtasman competition is better for the game.
![Balancing act: How these mums tackle the challenges of dual roles](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Balancing act: How these mums tackle the challenges of dual roles
These are the untold stories of professional athlete mums.
!['Likely my last': Emma Twigg hints at retirement ahead of Games](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Likely my last': Emma Twigg hints at retirement ahead of Games
The Kiwi rower says another four-year Olympic cycle is a pretty big ask.
![Bonnie Jansen: World Rugby's ballsy idea will disrupt women's game](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Bonnie Jansen: World Rugby's ballsy idea will disrupt women's game
OPINION: Size matters: The controversial shift in women's rugby and its implications.
![Revealed: Date set for Wellington Phoenix's historic semifinal](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Revealed: Date set for Wellington Phoenix's historic semifinal
Wellington have strategically opted for home advantage for the crucial second leg.
!['It was hard watching': Black Stick reflects on difficult road to recovery](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'It was hard watching': Black Stick reflects on difficult road to recovery
'One of the worst knee injuries you could go through ... I just had to laugh at it'
!['Hardest time in my life': Kiwi taekwondo champ denied Olympic chance](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Hardest time in my life': Kiwi taekwondo champ denied Olympic chance
Eisa Mozhdeh's Olympic dream has been squashed by conflicting messages.
![Eating disorders and 'toxic' body pressures: Ex-gymnasts reveal sport's 'cut-throat' nature](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Eating disorders and 'toxic' body pressures: Ex-gymnasts reveal sport's 'cut-throat' nature
Rhythmic gymnastics is a catch-22 - nothing will ever be good enough.
![The village, food halls and condoms: Clareburt commits to reviving Olympic TikToks](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The village, food halls and condoms: Clareburt commits to reviving Olympic TikToks
Swimmer Lewis Clareburt became a social media star with his insights from Tokyo.
![Why a world famous DJ sponsors Kiwi motorsport racers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Why a world famous DJ sponsors Kiwi motorsport racers
Prominent DJ Carl Cox sees Kiwi sidecars as a brilliant investment
![NZF decision on Auckland FC sparks outrage in domestic competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
NZF decision on Auckland FC sparks outrage in domestic competition
Clubs across the Northern region feel let down by the decision.
![Kiwi sprinter feels let down by Athletics New Zealand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Kiwi sprinter feels let down by Athletics New Zealand
'I don’t feel like I was getting as much support as I could have got or needed.'
![Football Ferns and Oly Whites both draw hosts at Olympics](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Football Ferns and Oly Whites both draw hosts at Olympics
Both New Zealand men and women will play France at the Games in Paris.
![How Zoe Hobbs deals with the pressures of her rapid rise](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How Zoe Hobbs deals with the pressures of her rapid rise
The 26-year-old says her fast-tracked success has been crazy.
![Will it be The Black Knights? Auckland A-Leagues team name coming soon](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Will it be The Black Knights? Auckland A-Leagues team name coming soon
The A-League club have scheduling conflicts with the Warriors.
![Young Kiwi wood-chopper needs parental sign-off to compete Nationals](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Young Kiwi wood-chopper needs parental sign-off to compete Nationals
Jack Matthews calls himself the student, and his competitors the teachers.
![Who are Hamish Kerr and Geordie Beamish?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Who are Hamish Kerr and Geordie Beamish?
The two 27-year-old's both claimed world titles on the same day
![Bonnie Jansen: Why New Zealanders should watch Super Rugby Aupiki](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Bonnie Jansen: Why New Zealanders should watch Super Rugby Aupiki
The physiological differences between genders sees women's rugby a more engaging spectacle
![Super Rugby Aupiki 2024 talking points](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Super Rugby Aupiki 2024 talking points
New Zealand Rugby’s extension of Super Rugby Aupiki elicited mixed reactions from players.
![Cost of playing: Which sport is the cheapest?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Cost of playing: Which sport is the cheapest?
The codes that are the best value to ensure kids reap the benefits of sports participation
!['It's kiddies' cricket': Eden Park CEO hits back at small boundaries claim](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'It's kiddies' cricket': Eden Park CEO hits back at small boundaries claim
An Australian journalist says he's played cricket in bigger backyards than Eden Park.
![Phoenix players in All Whites coach's sights for March window](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Phoenix players in All Whites coach's sights for March window
'These are big games where I think everybody’s going to want to be involved in'.
![Would you pay $95 for 24 pieces of sushi? What it's like in a tennis corporate box](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Would you pay $95 for 24 pieces of sushi? What it's like in a tennis corporate box
The event is one tournament where you can dine and drink being courtside.
![Watch: Referees miss blatant Brisbane Roar handball](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Watch: Referees miss blatant Brisbane Roar handball
Phoenix coach Paul Temple is calling for VAR in the women's A-League
![Watch: Kiwis name easiest Olympic sport to qualify in](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Watch: Kiwis name easiest Olympic sport to qualify in
Rowing, walking or equestrian? We investigate the easiest route to Olympic qualification.
![Silver Ferns 'took advantage of the love' of captain](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Silver Ferns 'took advantage of the love' of captain
Phoenix Karaka named Ferns' stand-in captain as Ameliaranne Ekenasio takes break.
![Japanese Rugby league featuring ABs megastars awaits NZ broadcaster](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Japanese Rugby league featuring ABs megastars awaits NZ broadcaster
Sky TV chose not to broadcast the league's third edition despite gaining media rights.
![Phoenix skipper denies culture issue despite veteran’s shock departure](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Phoenix skipper denies culture issue despite veteran’s shock departure
Longo says there was 'absolutely not' a cultural problem at the Phoenix.
![How the Black Sticks women can qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
How the Black Sticks women can qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics
The team reveals the positives that come with pulling out of the Hockey Pro League.
![Phoenix star explains shock departure: 'It's not good enough'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Phoenix star explains shock departure: 'It's not good enough'
The Wellington Phoenix announced Chloe Knott's departure abruptly yesterday.
![Auckland United clinch second trophy with National League title](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Auckland United clinch second trophy with National League title
The women’s National League football trophy will remain in the North Island.
![The Kiwi businessman who became NYC Marathon’s oldest ever runner](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The Kiwi businessman who became NYC Marathon’s oldest ever runner
Garth Bartfoot said the New York City atmosphere was like nothing he'd ever experienced.
!['Our own worst enemies': How Black Ferns can build from French defeat](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Our own worst enemies': How Black Ferns can build from French defeat
The Black Ferns gutted in their own performance against a classy French side.
![Black Ferns prepare for French World Cup revenge in WXV 1 opener](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Black Ferns prepare for French World Cup revenge in WXV 1 opener
'France are definitely here to let us know just how close that World Cup semifinal was.'
![Need a modern, central stay in Brisbane? This hotel could be your answer](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Need a modern, central stay in Brisbane? This hotel could be your answer
Every hotel stay deserves river views and gourmet breakfasts.
![Paralympian Cameron Leslie helps launch campaign to change disability narrative](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Paralympian Cameron Leslie helps launch campaign to change disability narrative
Leslie hopes to normalise impairment and what is possible.
!['Feels like a bad scam': Fans left waiting months for hundreds worth of Fifa refunds](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Feels like a bad scam': Fans left waiting months for hundreds worth of Fifa refunds
Months after the end of the tournament, fans are still waiting on resale refunds.
![Tribulations to triumph: Western Springs AFC striker speaks out on turbulent season](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Tribulations to triumph: Western Springs AFC striker speaks out on turbulent season
'Quitting football altogether was a thought in my mind – which is never a nice thing.'
![Football Ferns suffer heavy defeat to Chile, World Cup hero red carded](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Football Ferns suffer heavy defeat to Chile, World Cup hero red carded
It went from bad to worse in the Football Fern's first match post-World Cup
![Football Ferns ready for next challenge post World Cup](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Football Ferns ready for next challenge post World Cup
'It’s time to give ourselves some grace and to be patient,' captain Ali Riley says
![Manurewa returns to National League for first time in 30 years](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Manurewa returns to National League for first time in 30 years
The qualification is a big win for the South Auckland community.
!['Do something great': How Black Ferns are taking inspiration from Warriors](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Do something great': How Black Ferns are taking inspiration from Warriors
"If we can draw something out of the Warriors to get us motivated, we certainly will."
![All aboard the Wahs Express! Fans catch special flight to finals game](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
All aboard the Wahs Express! Fans catch special flight to finals game
The sold-out charter flight was hosted by Warriors legend Awen Guttenbeil.
![Exclusive: Meet Joy Neville, the sole female official at the 2023 Rugby World Cup](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Exclusive: Meet Joy Neville, the sole female official at the 2023 Rugby World Cup
The Irish referee says it's a massive honou to be the first female at the men's tournament
![Football Ferns coach Jitka Klimková says potent attack is long-term goal](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Football Ferns coach Jitka Klimková says potent attack is long-term goal
Goal-scoring stats are middling in the Football Ferns camp.
!['The future is bright for this group': Olé Academy back on track](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'The future is bright for this group': Olé Academy back on track
The academy has bounced back after a mass staff and player exodus in 2021.
!['Grossly disappointed': NZ Football weighs in about club football assault](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Grossly disappointed': NZ Football weighs in about club football assault
New Zealand Football has confirmed police are involved following the incident.
![Australia just does this sport better than NZ: hosting fans](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Australia just does this sport better than NZ: hosting fans
Commonwealth Games, The Bledisloe Cup, Olympics... Australia know how to do sport.
!['Very disappointing': Noeline Taurua slams England for naming B-team](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Very disappointing': Noeline Taurua slams England for naming B-team
It comes as Peta Toeava's Silver Ferns omission has been put down to fitness again.
![The wonderful world of Women's Football: The best leagues/players to watch now](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
The wonderful world of Women's Football: The best leagues/players to watch now
The clubs and leagues to watch to follow the World Cup's breakout stars.
![Lionesses not good enough for Spanish giants, says coach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Lionesses not good enough for Spanish giants, says coach
It's back-to-back World Cup silver medals for the astute Lionesses coach.
![Crowds build in Sydney: All you need to know for England v Spain World Cup final](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Crowds build in Sydney: All you need to know for England v Spain World Cup final
All the details about match favourites and players to watch.
![Fifa Women's World Cup 2023: FC Barcelona will be the real champions on the night](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Fifa Women's World Cup 2023: FC Barcelona will be the real champions on the night
FC Barcelona could field a starting XI of players in tonight's World Cup final.
!['Very empty': The defining moment that broke Swedish hearts](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Very empty': The defining moment that broke Swedish hearts
Sweden will play in yet another World Cup consolation match.
![All you need to know for Spain-Sweden at Eden Park](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
All you need to know for Spain-Sweden at Eden Park
All the details for tonight's semifinal between Spain and Sweden.
![Black Ferns coach unconcerned by All Blacks clash](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Black Ferns coach unconcerned by All Blacks clash
The Black Ferns will kick off their WXV campaign in the last week of the Rugby World Cup.
![Western Springs reach national knockout cup final](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Western Springs reach national knockout cup final
The Premier Women's team beat Costal Spirit in thrilling fashion
![Women’s World Cup: Which of the final four teams should Kiwis support?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Women’s World Cup: Which of the final four teams should Kiwis support?
Four teams remain and this year the tournament will have a new champion.
![Football Ferns forward signs with English club](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Football Ferns forward signs with English club
The New Zealand forward will head overseas after a season with the Wellington Phoenix.
!['A stressful time': Kiwi tennis star's racquets lost in transit on eve of ATP tournaments](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'A stressful time': Kiwi tennis star's racquets lost in transit on eve of ATP tournaments
The Kiwi is in a race against time to retrieve his gear before his next tournament.
![All you need to know for Japan-Sweden at Eden Park](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
All you need to know for Japan-Sweden at Eden Park
All the details for tonight's quarter-final between Japan and Sweden.
!['Scratching our heads': Water issue leaves top Kiwi triathletes vomiting hours after race](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Scratching our heads': Water issue leaves top Kiwi triathletes vomiting hours after race
Triathlon NZ wants answers after high E. coli levels found in swimming water.