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.
Auckland Sport condemns ‘shocking’ assault on female coach as police investigate
Campaigner says volunteers in sport need to be 'valued and appreciated'
The schools fuelling New Zealand's Olympic rowing dominance
Discover the Kiwi schools taking students from classrooms to podiums.
New sporting event to debut in NZ with $1m economic boost
Event to showcase NZ riders, boost economy, and highlight sustainability in Queenstown.
Watch: Auckland FC's opener – a spectacle of support and success
Inflatable slide and packed merch lines highlight club's triumphant debut.
Ruahei Demant: Women's rugby coverage long overdue
Co-captain Ruahei Demant: 'For the draw to be announced on primetime TV is long overdue.'
Silver Ferns' attack strikes gold against Australia
New Zealand beat transtasman rivals to claim match point in Constellation Cup series.
Flag stolen from Auckland FC fans minutes after A-League debut
Flag stolen by youths at Auckland FC match; culprits vanish into post-game crowd.
Auckland FC's $100k kickback: Investing in community football clubs
The A-League club kickback helps Western Springs with over $8k this season.
Truth circle: Inside the Football Ferns' turbulent Klimkova era
Players reveal rifts in the Ferns squad as coach Klimkova departs amid controversy.
Bonnie Jansen: How NZ Football has let down the women's game
OPINION: Jitka Klimkova's departure underscores a troubling New Zealand Football pattern.
'It's the pinnacle': Kiwi mountain biker claims historic victory
Robin Goomes titled her entry to the Utah event, 'Who’s going to keep the house clean?'
Female football coach allegedly knocked out by male parent at Auckland junior match
Auckland coach hospitalised after being assaulted at kids' tournament.
Revolutionising sports viewing: Inside Auckland's Full Time Sports Bar
Kingsland’s Full Time Sports Bar opens with 10 screens, including a 15m Megatron.
NZF under fire: Ex-Football Fern calls for change after coach controversy
Rosie White backs Football Ferns, criticising NZF's handling of coach misconduct claims.
'Players are fearful': Football Ferns break silence over allegations of coach's inappropriate behaviour
A group of Football Ferns have hit out at the national body's approach to player safety.
Football Fern turns Olympics form into deal with English club
It's the 25-year-old's first fulltime professional contract
'Players had an impact': NZ Football breaks silence on coach departure
Andrew Pragnell admitted some players struggled to gel with the departing Jitka Klimkova.
Meet the man tasked with turning around men's tennis fortunes
Clint Packer wants Kiwi men's players to be more aligned.
Bonnie Jansen: It's time for New Zealand Football to get it right
OPINION: NZF must overhaul women's football strategy or risk being left behind.
Revealed: What sevens players Black Ferns' coach wants for XVs World Cup
The Black Ferns are missing NZ sevens stars, who played a key role in the 2022 World Cup.
Netball legend's fears for the game - and how to fix them
'It’s all very well just focusing on the elite, but we can’t do that.'
Auckland FC, Wellington Phoenix rivalry heats up in All Whites camp
Nando Pijnaker revealed the Auckland and Phoenix players are already jesting.
'No need for radical change': NZR stands ground on overseas All Blacks
Despite the losses to the Boks and Pumas, the national body sees no need for change.
Exclusive: Auckland FC sign All Whites defender
Nando Pijnaker is the ninth All White to sign for the club.
Watch: Kayaking gold medallist is too happy to take his medal off
'The strap's actually getting a little bit worn from being around my neck.'
Cycling coaching great admits sport needed Paris wins after Podmore death
Acknowledging change was necessary has contributed to the success in the velodrome.
'It's unfortunate': Silver Ferns to lose star shooter after signing for Aussie side
Nweke said the rules are unfortunate now that she can't play for NZ
Inside the deal: How Auckland FC signed ex-Phoenix goalkeeper Alex Paulsen
Auckland were involved in talks about Paulsen before the star even left Wellington.
Carrington undecided on Olympics future as returning medallists eye Los Angeles
New Zealand's Olympians have begun to return home after a record-breaking Games.
Watch: The moments the Kiwi Olympians almost quit
'You got to put so much time into it - it consumes a lot of your life.'
Bonnie Jansen: Auckland FC's big move signing Paulsen – is it the right one?
OPINION: The 22-year-old has made a controversial move to his new club.
'A juggling act': The sacrifices Kiwi Olympians have made
'You just got to put so much time into it and it consumes a lot of your life.'
Bonnie Jansen: Contradiction at the heart of Olympic boxing's gender debate
OPINION: Spectacular bodies and out-of-this-world talent are at the heart of great sport.
What is speed climbing? NZ Olympian explains
New Zealand speed climber Julian David on his sport ahead of the Paris Games.
Blood, sweat and gold: Olympians on their most memorable wins
'I didn’t see it coming at the time, which made it even more special'.
Watch: What inspired Kiwi athletes to pursue Olympic-level sport?
'I remember dad was very animated at the screen watching the rowing.'
The business deals NZ Rugby was exploring while All Blacks played Fiji
NZR bosses discussed artificial intelligence opportunities with Stanford University.
Watch: How New Zealand Olympians handled setbacks on their road to Paris
'I grieve just like everyone. I cry just like everyone else, I hurt just the same.'
New Zealand athletes get real about Paris 2024 dreams
'Not beating around the bush... I want to win'
Your guide to Olympic trampolining from a medal winner
Trampolining Olympian Dylan Schmidt breaks down his sport.
'Atmosphere unmatched': What's it like watching the All Blacks in the USA?
The American sporting scene hits different.
Who is Noah Hotham, and is he the All Blacks' future top No 9?
The 21-year-old earned his first test cap against Fiji – but it won't be his last.
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
'We really want to go out with the win...it definitely hurts.'
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
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?
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
'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
The winner will meet the Blues in the 2024 final.
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
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
'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
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
Disneyland’s Pixar Fest will unlock your childhood.
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
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
Erin Routliffe said it's different working with someone whose main priority is singles.
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
These are the untold stories of professional athlete mums.
'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
OPINION: Size matters: The controversial shift in women's rugby and its implications.
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
'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
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
Rhythmic gymnastics is a catch-22 - nothing will ever be good enough.
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
Prominent DJ Carl Cox sees Kiwi sidecars as a brilliant investment
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
'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
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
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
The A-League club have scheduling conflicts with the Warriors.
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?
The two 27-year-old's both claimed world titles on the same day
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?
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
An Australian journalist says he's played cricket in bigger backyards than Eden Park.