Georgina Campbell is a Wellington-based reporter who has a particular interest in local government, transport, and seismic issues. She joined the Herald in 2019 after working as a broadcast journalist.
Georgina Campbell works as a senior multimedia journalist for the New Zealand Herald in Wellington. She has a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in politics and media and communications from the University of Canterbury. Her first job was working for The Press newspaper in Christchurch in 2015. She then moved back to Wellington, her hometown, to work at Newstalk ZB as a broadcast journalist before joining the Herald. She won the Bill Toft Award for her podcast Speaking Secrets, which tells the story of the global #MeToo movement in New Zealand through the eyes of survivors of sexual abuse and harassment. Georgina currently hosts the Herald's local politics podcast On The Tiles - Local edition and is a guest host on the Herald's daily podcast The Front Page. She has a special interest in local government, transport, water infrastructure, and seismic issues. Georgina still gets an adrenalin rush from a good scoop and is at her best finding the story behind the headline. You can contact Georgina by sending an email to georgina.campbell@nzme.co.nz or messaging her on X (formerly Twitter) @GeorgeKCampbell.
‘Seismic gap’: Quake-prone housing needs strengthening - for second time
Tens of millions have already been spent on buildings that now need strengthening again.
‘Very scary’: Parents warned after school kids approached by man with knife
Parents are being urged to discuss safety with their children.
Ombudsman reconsiders KiwiRail’s bid to keep ‘excessive’ consultant spend secret
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has said the cost is 'excessive and not justifiable'.
‘Killing the city’: Furious motorcyclists slam $1 per hour parking proposal
Some motorcyclists argue the new fee will deter people from coming into Wellington City.
Winston Peters reveals who’s in charge of new Cook Strait ferry company
The company will negotiate procurement contracts for two new inter-island ferries.
Opinion: James Cameron brings titanic star power to Wellington’s ‘crisis of confidence’
OPINION: The city has been battling with an ongoing narrative that it's dying.
Police seize Wellington drug dealer’s 42-foot yacht and high-end art
Drugs were concealed in inner-city parking buildings and exchanged for cash.
Mid-air drama: ‘Disruptive passenger’ gets flight diverted; met by police on tarmac
A passenger on board said a woman had to be restrained.
Analysis: Golden Mile design revealed but Tory Whanau’s legacy on fragile ground
A contract has still not been signed for work to transform Courtenay Place.
‘Be open to relocating’: Recruiters’ grim advice for Wellington job seekers
Recruiters say some are getting desperate, applying for jobs outside their skill set.
‘Rebuilding my relationship with the Greens’ - Tory Whanau’s bid for a second term
She is rebuilding relationships with the party after championing controversial policies.
Wellington’s hospitality scene: What has replaced all the closed restaurants?
A wave of closures has rocked the capital but some doors haven't stayed shut for long.
$19,000 cash, drugs, and $8k watch seized in Hutt Valley raid
The 38-year-old appeared in court on multiple drug and supply charges.
Wellington city property valuations plummet 24%, no suburb unscathed
The average house value is now sitting at $1.08 million.
Govt looks to narrow list of shipbuilders to strike a deal on new ferries
The future of Interislander's Cook Strait ships hangs in the balance.
‘They’ve broken a promise’: Special care unit for sick babies quietly shelved
The new Health Minister has ordered a briefing on why the unit has not been delivered.
Analysis: Will Cook Strait ferries be privatised? Not on Winston Peters' watch
Officials have investigated whether KiwiRail is best placed to provide a ferry service.
‘Perfect storm‘: What Wellington’s Crown observer said in his first report
Observer surprised the council hasn't totally wilted under the pressure it's facing.
KiwiRail board exodus: Resignation letters released after Govt watchdog intervenes
A board exodus followed the mega-ferry fallout, the Aratere grounding and a sharp warning.
Concrete hills: Wellington’s million dollar slips changing the city’s landscape
Dramatic photos reveal how green hills have transformed into walls of concrete.
‘Serious concerns’: Police search Hutt River for man last seen two months ago
Thomas Basire is of slim build and about 180cm tall.
Analysis: Familiar face causes a stir in Wellington’s mayoral race
Justin Lester says he doesn't intend to run for the mayoralty again but won't rule it out.
KiwiRail’s ‘excessive’ spend on consultants kept secret after Ombudsman ruling
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has said the spend on McKinsey & Co was not justifiable.
From a famous family to Tory Whanau's media advisor: Who is Pearl Little?
The 26-year-old has worked in some of Wellington's most powerful places.
Tunapo Escape: A romantic farm getaway just 35 minutes from Wellington
The outdoor bath has sweeping views out to Kāpiti Island.
Surge in households putting rates on hold as costs bite
Hundreds of retired homeowners are delaying paying their rates bills.
'Hero' mum dies saving daughter and nephew from rip
Traci Te Paa was pulled from the water at a remote Northland beach but couldn't be revived
Inside Cook Strait ferry’s new lounge: The perks, cost & ‘child-free bliss’
Bluebridge and Interislander report strong summer bookings despite political uncertainty.
‘Absolutely devastating’: Promising young rugby player killed in crash before Christmas
The 18-year-old has been described as a wonderful person who everyone loved.
Watch: 'Pretty freaky' - Bottles thrown from car, man punched in Christmas Day road-rage attack
A family who witnessed the incident said it caused disruption and fear.
Family shattered after ‘precious toddler’ killed in Christmas Day driveway tragedy
Police are investigating after the child was struck by a vehicle yesterday.
Minister reveals when officials will consider 110km/h speed limit on Transmission Gully
NZTA has taken over responsibility for completing the road after a court case was settled.
Woman abandons holiday to find missing cat, pair reunited on Christmas Day
Ruby Carter flew to Wellington from Rotorua when she found out Othello had gone rogue.
Traffic delays on SH2 in Hutt Valley after motorbike crash
The motorway has now reopened in both directions.
Napier Port’s ferry proposal resurfaces as possible solution for Winston Peters
Wellington's port says the proposal is self-serving and would strip its container traffic.
Watch: Woman describes terrifying carjacking after two inmates abscond at Waikato Hospital in a month
Reviews are being undertaken into both incidents.
Watch: 'Brainless' driver runs red light, narrowly misses cars, intersection filled with smoke
A witness says it's lucky no one was killed when the vehicle sped through intersection.
'Grave concerns': Lower Hutt man missing for almost a month
Thomas Basire is of slim build and about 180cm tall.
‘I wasn’t being Green’: Tory Whanau admits she has upset her base
The mayor ends the year with her legacy project intact but other plans in tatters.
'Extremely wasteful': Cook Strait ferry ministerial advisory group paid $300,000
Two 220m ships were recommended but no contract has been signed.
Developer, bar owner resign from Tory Whanau's business advisory group
Wellington's mayor only announced the group of high-flyers in May.
Police launch homicide investigation after Porirua man dies in hospital
Titahi Bay resident Sean Remnant was found at a property with critical injuries.
Analysis: How Winston Peters regained control of Cook Strait ferries
Peters is back at the helm and going back to the drawing board.
Analysis: What does 'rail-enabled' ferries mean and can KiwiRail survive without them?
KiwiRail has changed its tune as to how its freight business might be affected.
'Everything in the mix': Winston Peters says rail-enabled ferries still a possibility
Peters says rail should be regarded as a critical part of New Zealand's infrastructure.
Opinion: Ferry flop - Govt reveals it still hasn't sorted its ship out
OPINION: What has the Govt been doing in the year since it cancelled the mega-ferries?
Watch: Govt grilled after key questions on new ferries left unanswered
A cost blowout forced the cancellation of project started under the Labour Government.
D-day for Interislander, Government to reveal new Cook Strait ferries
The Government has promised the plan will be cheaper than the cancelled mega-ferries.
'Ready for our next chapter': Wellington to lose another restaurant
Owners say they have missed their children terribly after working so many nights.
Govt to announce future of Cook Strait ferries after year of uncertainty
ANALYSIS: Ministers have promised a cheaper alternative to KiwiRail's mega ferries.
Pregnant mum discovers toddler has advanced cancer after tummy pain complaint
Magnus has a 38% chance of survival and will soon start chemotherapy.
Police release name of man who died after being found injured in Porirua
Police are treating the death as suspicious.
KiwiRail bosses says negotiations to exit mega ferry contract will extend into next year
Meanwhile, the Government is poised to announce its new plan for Cook Strait transport.
Staff working off-duty to keep national rescue centre operating – Govt steps in
Additional funding has been announced for more staff to keep watch at the centre.
Govt poised to decide fate of prime land Peter Jackson wants as public reserve
The Land Information Minister has received new advice about the 76ha of land.
'A behind-the-scenes operator': Nick Smith on Wellington's Crown observer
The former Cabinet minister successfully recommended Lindsay McKenzie for the job.
Ombudsman investigating KiwiRail's refusal to release 'excessive' consultant cost
Finance Minister Nicola Willis says she awaits the investigation's outcome with interest.
'Public safety risk': New documents reveal why Niwa is taking over MetService
The relationship between the two weather forecasters is tense and duplicative.
Opinion: Observing the observer - Wellington's budget re-write 'procedural hell'
OPINION: Man tasked with observing the city council has endured an almost 7-hour meeting.
Christopher Luxon coy on Winston Peters' ferry decision deadline
It's almost a year since the Government pulled the plug on KiwiRail's mega ferries.
New earthquake modelling leaves Wellington council $800m better off
ANALYSIS: It's now thought the city council is underinsured by $1.8 billion not $2.6b.
Watch: Has Tory Whanau changed her mind about running again for mayor?
Wellington's mayor says she needs to talk to family and friends about running again.
'Parent's worst nightmare': Teen suffers traumatic brain injury in motorbike crash
Charlie gets confused about what month it is and has short-term memory loss.
'Woke nonsense': Santa's helpers told to wear seatbelts on Christmas parade floats
Move comes despite no one falling off a float in the 75 years the parade's been running.
Winston Peters reveals deadline for Cook Strait ferry decision
It's almost a year since the Government pulled the plug on KiwiRail's mega ferries.
Hīkoi to Parliament: Tens of thousands energised for change
Police report peaceful hīkoi; 20 medical incidents, one arrest.
'Significant public concern': Wellington council Crown observer advice revealed
Officials raised concerns about financial sustainability and councillors' behaviour.
Wellington eatery creates burger for punters to vote on Treaty Principles Bill
Ernesto’s owner says politics doesn't have to leave a bad taste in your mouth.
Primary school damaged by fireworks, principal frustrated and upset
A pile of sparklers and a lighter were found at the scene.
Police release new photo of missing man, residents asked to search properties
The 77-year-old was reported missing after going for a walk near Porirua.
'Sort your ship out': Rally arrives at Parliament over mega ferry fallout
Almost a year on, negotiations to exit the mega ferry contract remain ongoing.
'Increasingly difficult': Nikau Cafe to close in Wellington's Civic Square
Construction disruption has become too much for the beloved business.
'Never going to be best friends': Tory Whanau admits being naive about her council
Wellington's mayor says councillors can work together but won't necessarily be 'unified'.
Simeon Brown names Wellington’s Crown observer
The Government has raised concerns that Wellington City Council looks like 'a shambles'.
Ministry concerns revealed about Te Papa's new international tourist fee
The museum has started charging international visitors aged 16 and older a $35 entry fee.
'Unaffordable': Simeon Brown reveals estimated cost of Wellington's scrapped mega tunnel
The capital will be getting two new tunnels instead.
Tory Whanau reveals projects facing the chop as city awaits observer
A swimming pool, a new skate park and cycleways are among the projects at risk.
'Bit of a shudder': 4.9 magnitude earthquake felt in Wellington
The shake was reported at 4pm.
Mongrel Mob member ‘Fats’ Moke remembered as 'lovable guy' with 'colourful history'
His funeral took place in Lower Hutt followed by a procession to a Porirua cemetery.
Body found in water at Eastbourne confirmed as missing pensioner, death 'unexplained'
The 74-year-old had been missing since Friday after last being seen on a walking track.