Editor-at-Large Shayne Currie is one of New Zealand's most experienced senior journalists and media leaders.
Editor-at-Large Shayne Currie is one of New Zealand's most experienced senior journalists and media leaders. He has held executive and senior editorial roles at NZME including Managing Editor, NZ Herald Editor and Herald on Sunday Editor. He has studied at Cambridge University in the UK and helped lead many of NZME's most successful editorial projects including the establishment of an integrated, multimedia newsroom operation. Shayne is now back writing on a range of topics, including the weekly Media Insider column, and helping the newsroom on a range of public events and strategic content projects.
![Exclusive: TVNZ faces new $29m loss - Govt to boost board, wants RNZ to move in; Best TV ads](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Exclusive: TVNZ faces new $29m loss - Govt to boost board, wants RNZ to move in; Best TV ads
Officials start work on possible NZ on Air-NZFC merger; TVNZ board to expand; New ZB boss.
![Six best-ever TV ads but where are risk-takers?; 'Untold stress': Mag's plea for help; 6pm ratings](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Six best-ever TV ads but where are risk-takers?; 'Untold stress': Mag's plea for help; 6pm ratings
Ex-TV3 news boss takes aim at Stuff's 'cheap' Three News set.
![Rebuilding Sports Cafe: Ric Salizzo on his new media venture with Marc Ellis, Leigh Hart](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Rebuilding Sports Cafe: Ric Salizzo on his new media venture with Marc Ellis, Leigh Hart
Why the former All Blacks media manager has an apology for the public.
![Review: Stuff takes over the 6pm TV3 news - here's how it went](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Review: Stuff takes over the 6pm TV3 news - here's how it went
Stuff's new news bulletin has aired – have your say on it in our poll.
!['Disappointed': Paddy Gower's TV future uncertain as funding declined on day Newshub closes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Disappointed': Paddy Gower's TV future uncertain as funding declined on day Newshub closes
Six things to watch for in new 6pm TV battle; Beacons Awards winners.
![Partners in prime: Hayes, McRoberts on their final news bulletin – and send-off](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Partners in prime: Hayes, McRoberts on their final news bulletin – and send-off
Special interview: News duo's last sign-off – 'It has to be genuine and in the moment.'
![Revealed: A sneak peek of the new-look 6pm TV news - and a warning](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Revealed: A sneak peek of the new-look 6pm TV news - and a warning
Bosses of Stuff and Warner Bros Discovery have spoken of tensions - and excitement.
![Ex-TV3 boss Mark Weldon on clashing with his newsroom – and Jacinda Ardern](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Ex-TV3 boss Mark Weldon on clashing with his newsroom – and Jacinda Ardern
6pm TV news ad battle; Meta AI says Meta should pay for news; NZME confirms regional cuts.
!['An important institution': Goldsmith on securing Shortland Street's future](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'An important institution': Goldsmith on securing Shortland Street's future
TV advertising ban on Sunday mornings to be lifted as Govt moves to help media industry.
![Advertising worker – an ex-All Black's daughter – in court over alleged hit-and-run death](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Advertising worker – an ex-All Black's daughter – in court over alleged hit-and-run death
An advertising industry worker faces two charges after death of 'devoted' dad, husband.
![What's eating TVNZ? Big losses, more cuts to come - inside a bold and brutal five-year strategy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
What's eating TVNZ? Big losses, more cuts to come - inside a bold and brutal five-year strategy
Spotlight on TVNZ leadership after missteps: 'They need a commercial board to survive.'
!['No longer a good fit': Stuff to close Sunday News](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'No longer a good fit': Stuff to close Sunday News
Stuff says it's open to a new owner taking over the newspaper.
![Social media posts of execs' LA trip 'inappropriate' says TVNZ; full cost revealed](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Social media posts of execs' LA trip 'inappropriate' says TVNZ; full cost revealed
The state broadcaster spends nearly $30,000 on LA trip while it cuts shows and staff.
![Exclusive: The life of Ryan - newly married Bridge's joy for broadcasting return](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Exclusive: The life of Ryan - newly married Bridge's joy for broadcasting return
'We're so excited': Ryan Bridge speaks out on a rollercoaster six months and a new future.
![Hollywood and horror in Domain - film stars in NZ; BSA rules on Hosking 'Māorification' comment](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Hollywood and horror in Domain - film stars in NZ; BSA rules on Hosking 'Māorification' comment
Ad agency liquidated; Govt moves to save Shorty St; Stuff's search for a 6pm studio.
![Hollywood's new Jacinda Ardern movie: NZFC pushes on with rival taxpayer-funded film](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Hollywood's new Jacinda Ardern movie: NZFC pushes on with rival taxpayer-funded film
'A human story': Ardern says it was important the official movie didn't seek public money.
!['Disappointed': Willie Jackson blasts TVNZ board he appointed; Chase star opens up; RNZ may move in with TVNZ](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Disappointed': Willie Jackson blasts TVNZ board he appointed; Chase star opens up; RNZ may move in with TVNZ
Ad agencies face shake-up amid massive Government cost cuts.
![Paddy Gower officially loses his job in 17 days. He reveals his big new project](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Paddy Gower officially loses his job in 17 days. He reveals his big new project
Media Insider: PR power pair on the changing media landscape; Goldy checks into Shorty.
![TVNZ CEO formally apologises to staff over bungled cost-cutting move](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
TVNZ CEO formally apologises to staff over bungled cost-cutting move
TVNZ must retain staff as it obeys court orders but it's also facing heavy cost pressures.
![ABs coach's revealing TV doco: 'I love them'; Film Commission axes 13 roles; How did RNZ air THIS?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
ABs coach's revealing TV doco: 'I love them'; Film Commission axes 13 roles; How did RNZ air THIS?
RNZ's explicit lyrics; social media influencers' event canned after 'negative feedback'.
![NZ's third-biggest news website Newshub to close down – who will win its audience?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
NZ's third-biggest news website Newshub to close down – who will win its audience?
The website's news content will be transferred to Stuff over several months.
![Paul Henry: Stuff will rue 6pm TV news deal; Top ad agency cuts roles; Burr's new job](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Paul Henry: Stuff will rue 6pm TV news deal; Top ad agency cuts roles; Burr's new job
Stuff parts ways with TVNZ but hires Lloyd Burr; Beacons Awards finalists named.
![Big media moves: RNZ names new Saturday Morning co-host; Sky nabs respected TVNZ exec](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Big media moves: RNZ names new Saturday Morning co-host; Sky nabs respected TVNZ exec
The new host will sit alongside Susie Ferguson.
!['Failure of imagination': Terminally ill filmmaker on why NZ hasn't had a hit movie in eight years](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Failure of imagination': Terminally ill filmmaker on why NZ hasn't had a hit movie in eight years
Hunt for the bolder people: ‘New Zealand’s storytelling doesn’t excite anyone anymore.'
![Political poll uproar - TVNZ rules on 309 complaints; Host's bold mission to save AM show](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Political poll uproar - TVNZ rules on 309 complaints; Host's bold mission to save AM show
Media Insider: NZME regional restructure; Radio's big awards; Lifestyle magazine saved.
![Newstalk ZB wins station of the year, More FM host named broadcaster of the year](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Newstalk ZB wins station of the year, More FM host named broadcaster of the year
The full list of radio award winners as NZME sweeps seven of the 10 premier prizes.
![NZME plans to dis-establish some regional roles, beef up other news roles](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
NZME plans to dis-establish some regional roles, beef up other news roles
Up to 12 roles to be removed and resources bolstered in other areas.
![Long-running titles halted; TVNZ's Sunday night rebuild; Revealed: Kiwis' news habits](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Long-running titles halted; TVNZ's Sunday night rebuild; Revealed: Kiwis' news habits
Horse & Pony magazine and NZ Catholic newspaper the latest to fall victim to rising costs.
![TVNZ expects operational losses of $28m-$33m and ‘significant’ impairment](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
TVNZ expects operational losses of $28m-$33m and ‘significant’ impairment
State broadcaster says results show need to hasten digital transformation.
![Auckland's broken waterfront bridge: New plan floated - is this a lifeline for businesses?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Auckland's broken waterfront bridge: New plan floated - is this a lifeline for businesses?
More than 20 major organisations and businesses have urged Eke Panuku to support the plan.
!['Tone deaf': TVNZ execs' LA trip, Insta posts amid cuts; Host's sad farewell; Agency's Shane Jones ad furore](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Tone deaf': TVNZ execs' LA trip, Insta posts amid cuts; Host's sad farewell; Agency's Shane Jones ad furore
Ad agency asks for story to be removed; RNZ's Budget joy; All the PRINZ award winners.
!['Challenging': MediaWorks' $107.1m loss after $86.6m impairment – refinances debt, injects capital](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Challenging': MediaWorks' $107.1m loss after $86.6m impairment – refinances debt, injects capital
The radio and outdoor media company is positive about the result despite a tough market.
![Smith & Caughey's falls victim to cyberattack on day of proposal to close for good](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Smith & Caughey's falls victim to cyberattack on day of proposal to close for good
Department store will stay closed in interim while it works to resolve issue.
![Inside ‘Grande Dame's’ incredible rise, sad fall: Why Smith & Caughey’s is set to shut](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Inside ‘Grande Dame's’ incredible rise, sad fall: Why Smith & Caughey’s is set to shut
Exclusive interview: ‘I hoped this wouldn’t come on my watch. It’s a sad day' – chairman.
![‘Deeply emotional’: Smith & Caughey’s set to close with loss of almost 250 jobs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
‘Deeply emotional’: Smith & Caughey’s set to close with loss of almost 250 jobs
144 year-old 'Grande Dame' of Queen St faces a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges.
![Tearful TVNZ Sunday worker – 'I would never have put my family at risk of $1m debt'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Tearful TVNZ Sunday worker – 'I would never have put my family at risk of $1m debt'
TVNZ is appealing an earlier ruling that it failed to adequately consult staff.
![Willie Jackson channels David Lange at Oxford debate: ‘I can smell the colonialism on your breath’](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Willie Jackson channels David Lange at Oxford debate: ‘I can smell the colonialism on your breath’
MP uses historic - and victorious - Oxford appearance to call for the return of mokomokai.
![Failed TV firms: Boss' new alias, $2 raised for new film; Compo blow for some Newshub staff; The price for Breakfast](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Failed TV firms: Boss' new alias, $2 raised for new film; Compo blow for some Newshub staff; The price for Breakfast
Revealed: NZ ad spend trends; ZM's Taylor Swift boost; 5 things to watch at Voyager Awards
![Fair Go, Sunday messy fallout: TVNZ forced to extend 17 jobs despite shows being off air](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Fair Go, Sunday messy fallout: TVNZ forced to extend 17 jobs despite shows being off air
The state broadcaster is now appealing to the Employment Court as a dispute turns ugly.
![Newstalk ZB, The Breeze top radio ratings; Mike Hosking is king of breakfast](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Newstalk ZB, The Breeze top radio ratings; Mike Hosking is king of breakfast
Radio industry boss' pitch for TV advertisers.
![All Blacks' comms boss quits; Top Newshub host's new plans](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
All Blacks' comms boss quits; Top Newshub host's new plans
Media Insider: Big movements in the sports and business media worlds.
![6pm TV news project F-bombs: Tempers fray at Stuff's highest levels; Top boss exits ad agency](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
6pm TV news project F-bombs: Tempers fray at Stuff's highest levels; Top boss exits ad agency
Midweek Media Insider: New buyer for NZ Doctor and Pharmacy Today.
![TV legend Belinda Todd on TV3 news closure, own life 'in flux'; 'Revolting' TV ad angers viewers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
TV legend Belinda Todd on TV3 news closure, own life 'in flux'; 'Revolting' TV ad angers viewers
Newshub staff 'deeply frustrated' over website future; AT reshapes huge outdoor ad deal.
![Dene O'Kane's tragedy: Heartbroken family's tribute after snooker star dies of brain bleed](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Dene O'Kane's tragedy: Heartbroken family's tribute after snooker star dies of brain bleed
'We are grieving - he will be very sorely missed. We look up to him very, very highly.'
![NZ snooker legend Dene O'Kane dies](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
NZ snooker legend Dene O'Kane dies
O'Kane became a household name after twice making the last 8 in the world snooker champs.
!['Irregularities': NZ TV firm owes more than $20m to major bank, US TV stars - receivers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Irregularities': NZ TV firm owes more than $20m to major bank, US TV stars - receivers
The receiver has raised alleged irregularities. The NZFC earlier sent concerns to the SFO.
!['Devastated': The Block NZ canned - four brand new homes to be sold as series axed](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Devastated': The Block NZ canned - four brand new homes to be sold as series axed
Hundreds of production workers will miss out on roles as an 11th season is cancelled.
![Top Newshub journalist's new role as video news battleground opens](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Top Newshub journalist's new role as video news battleground opens
With Stuff focused on its new 6pm TV bulletin, NZME is also luring top video news talent.
![Opinion: ERA decision - TVNZ bungles its Fair Go, Sunday cuts; Mike McRoberts' top new role](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Opinion: ERA decision - TVNZ bungles its Fair Go, Sunday cuts; Mike McRoberts' top new role
TVNZ has been ordered to mediation - will popular shows win a reprieve?
![Ponsonby Rd shooting victim starred in TVNZ reality show](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Ponsonby Rd shooting victim starred in TVNZ reality show
Production company mourns 'beautiful, kind and gentle person'.
!['Closed organisation' and a 'poor actor': Newshub boss' farewell crack at TVNZ](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Closed organisation' and a 'poor actor': Newshub boss' farewell crack at TVNZ
Glen Kyne on two months of upheaval and why he's surprised by TVNZ's Sunday move.
!['Thrilled': Samantha Hayes to host new-look 6pm TV bulletin](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Thrilled': Samantha Hayes to host new-look 6pm TV bulletin
Some familiar faces will feature on the new bulletin from July 6.
![Ryan Bridge to join Newstalk ZB as Early Edition host](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Ryan Bridge to join Newstalk ZB as Early Edition host
'Popular, talented broadcaster' moving to country’s biggest radio station.
![End of the conflict: TVNZ chair to step down as NZ Film Commission chair](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
End of the conflict: TVNZ chair to step down as NZ Film Commission chair
The minister will meet Alastair Carruthers in his capacity as TVNZ chair in coming days.
!['I won't walk again': Mum of two resuscitated by husband after mountain bike park accident](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'I won't walk again': Mum of two resuscitated by husband after mountain bike park accident
Kate Ganner was resuscitated by her husband Iain in front of their two young sons.
![Exclusive: Maiki Sherman on her poll coverage criticism; TVNZ chair's roles in spotlight](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Exclusive: Maiki Sherman on her poll coverage criticism; TVNZ chair's roles in spotlight
Rupert Murdoch's NZ move; Business magazines sold; Newshub sports host's farewell.
![One of NZ's oldest newspapers closing, latest in string of media shutdowns](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
One of NZ's oldest newspapers closing, latest in string of media shutdowns
The community title, with 11 staff, has fallen victim to tough economic times.
![Warner Bros Discovery NZ boss Glen Kyne quits - to leave same day as Newshub closes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Warner Bros Discovery NZ boss Glen Kyne quits - to leave same day as Newshub closes
Glen Kyne will leave the business in July - his replacement has been announced.
![‘Reputational issue for Auckland’: Deputy Mayor fires up over broken bridge](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
‘Reputational issue for Auckland’: Deputy Mayor fires up over broken bridge
Water taxis are being considered as a trial as Wynyard bridge repairs take months.
![TV star Ryan Bridge linked to big Newstalk ZB role](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
TV star Ryan Bridge linked to big Newstalk ZB role
The former AM host had been preparing for a new evening show before Newshub's closure.
!['Sensationalist': PM on TVNZ's poll coverage - broadcaster dealing with 50 formal complaints](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Sensationalist': PM on TVNZ's poll coverage - broadcaster dealing with 50 formal complaints
An ex-Labour MP also criticises political editor's coverage; TVNZ responds. Have your say.
!['A rant': John Campbell's anti-coalition column, an irate reader and how TVNZ, Media Council responded](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'A rant': John Campbell's anti-coalition column, an irate reader and how TVNZ, Media Council responded
News v opinion debate: Campbell's role as TVNZ chief correspondent has been in spotlight.
![Broken bridge, heartbroken businesses: How can it take almost a year to fix a waterfront lifeline?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Broken bridge, heartbroken businesses: How can it take almost a year to fix a waterfront lifeline?
'Catastrophic': Eateries say they have lost half their revenue; now they're cutting staff.
![NZ film company's $2.25m debts - top international comedian: 'My patience is exhausted'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
NZ film company's $2.25m debts - top international comedian: 'My patience is exhausted'
Production company's managing director and NZ Film Commission point fingers at each other.
![First interview: New Media Minister tells of 'urgency'; Scotty Stevenson's new radio show; Closed title rises from ashes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
First interview: New Media Minister tells of 'urgency'; Scotty Stevenson's new radio show; Closed title rises from ashes
Media Insider: A top community news title is saved; The Hui to lose studio.
![Trademark move: Is this the new name for TV3's 6pm news?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Trademark move: Is this the new name for TV3's 6pm news?
Warner Bros Discovery confirms it is considering the name for its bulletin.
![Teen's suicide: Harrowing sextortion texts revealed in Kiwi reporter's investigation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Teen's suicide: Harrowing sextortion texts revealed in Kiwi reporter's investigation
Media Insider: Meta introducing technology to blur IG nudes; Media firms eye fee relief.
![Rags to riches, literally: Wet & Forget firm sold in massive, life-changing deal](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Rags to riches, literally: Wet & Forget firm sold in massive, life-changing deal
He grew up in a state house, left school at 15 and just sold his company for millions.
!['Cowardly' gossip column pulled; Shorty St eyes rebate rescue; 'Jacindamania' film loses 'Jacinda'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Cowardly' gossip column pulled; Shorty St eyes rebate rescue; 'Jacindamania' film loses 'Jacinda'
Media Insider: Former TV3 boss in bid for 6pm news; Stuff CEO stays grounded.
![Six questions for 6pm: Stuff's new-look TV news and a leading contender to front it](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Six questions for 6pm: Stuff's new-look TV news and a leading contender to front it
What are the risks and opportunities for Stuff and other media under the new 6pm deal?
![6pm TV3 news saved - Stuff to provide hour-long weekday bulletin, 30-min weekend shows](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
6pm TV3 news saved - Stuff to provide hour-long weekday bulletin, 30-min weekend shows
Stuff will provide an hour-long bulletin on weekdays and a 30-minute bulletin at weekends.
![Marketing awards storm: TVNZ dropped as main sponsor; Ex-CEO sells MediaWorks shares](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Marketing awards storm: TVNZ dropped as main sponsor; Ex-CEO sells MediaWorks shares
Ad industry leader on sponsorship move: 'It’s certainly not how I’ve conducted business.'
![Media strife: Top Murdoch TV exec meets PM; Trolls target NZ MAFS bride; Q&A with Guyon Espiner](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Media strife: Top Murdoch TV exec meets PM; Trolls target NZ MAFS bride; Q&A with Guyon Espiner
Jailed radio star's new podcast; Xero ad account up for pitch; NZME eyes earnings growth.
![NZME bucks media trends, predicts earnings growth in 2024](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
NZME bucks media trends, predicts earnings growth in 2024
Property portal OneRoof is leading profitability at media business.
!['No news isn't good news': How Newshub reported its own demise](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'No news isn't good news': How Newshub reported its own demise
'This was not an easy decision' - CEO on show's closure.
![Newshub closure: Bosses' full speeches to 'devastated' staff today](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
Newshub closure: Bosses' full speeches to 'devastated' staff today
TV bosses confirm talks have been held with rival media companies.
!['Don't make me cry': Newshub's biggest stars front on its closure, up to 300 job losses](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'Don't make me cry': Newshub's biggest stars front on its closure, up to 300 job losses
Bosses say no deal 'at this stage' with a third party for a pared-back TV3 news service.
!['I'm not a magician': Minister Melissa Lee on job cuts; TVNZ's plan to axe Fair Go, keep brand](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=793)
'I'm not a magician': Minister Melissa Lee on job cuts; TVNZ's plan to axe Fair Go, keep brand
TVNZ boss: 'We do need to move forward with this difficult but necessary proposal.'