Katie Oliver
Multimedia Journalist, Christchurch
Katie Oliver is a Christchurch-based Multimedia Journalist and breaking news reporter.
She joined the New Zealand Herald in 2024 after studying journalism at the New Zealand Broadcasting School.
Check out Katie’s latest content
South Islanders brace for travel disruptions, power outages as heavy rain and snow looms
With lambing and calving season under way, farmers are being urged to prepare.
Waipara wildfire: Fears forecasted wind changes will cause further spread
All outdoor fires are now banned in Canterbury until next Monday.
'Extreme fire behaviour' threat: Waipara blaze doubles in size overnight
The blaze grew from 40ha to 85ha over 24 hours.
Canterbury wildfire spreading at pine forest
Five helicopters have been working to control the blaze.
Preserving a 160-year legacy: What to expect from this year’s Christchurch Show
The new owners of the agricultural show have 90 days to pull together the iconic event.
Father dies after falling, hitting head on ice during curling match
The stock agent died in hospital after the accident.
NZ sheep dog trialling legend dies in farm accident
The New Zealand Sheep dog training captain was killed in an ATV crash on Monday.