Reporter

About Us

Allied Press now trading as Allied Media, has been at the heart of New Zealand’s media landscape for over 163 years.  Our mission is to empower and connect the South.  Championing the people, businesses, and ideas that shape our island.

Our Values

Creative – We encourage innovation

Collaborative – We work together

Accountable – We own our actions

About the Role

We’re looking for a journalist to be based in Christchurch.  Our journalists find stories and produce high-quality journalism and content that helps make Allied Media a leading digital and print news publisher.

You'll need to:

• Generate distinctive, compelling story ideas that engage digital audiences and add value for subscribers.
• Build and maintain a strong network of contacts and reliable story sources.
• Bring strong local knowledge and broad awareness of news and current issues.
• Deliver complete, accurate and error-free stories for digital and print platforms.
• Plan and execute high-quality subscriber-only content.
• Work quickly and efficiently, prioritising workloads and meeting deadlines.
• Cover a broad range of topics that appeal to Christchurch and South Island audiences.

About You:

• You'll have a journalism qualification and newsroom experience.
• Commitment to producing high-impact, authentic and engaging journalism.
• Strong commitment to pursuing the truth.
• Excellent research, writing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to identify and create stories that resonate locally and nationally.
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills, with a keen nose for news.
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Comfortable covering a broad range of topics, including breaking news, court reporting, local government,  public sector, human interest stories.
• Able to adapt quickly to changing news priorities and demands.

We Offer:

• Access to Southern Cross medical insurance.

• A permanent position within a well-established organisation.

• A great opportunity to grow your journalism skills.

• Supportive on-the-job mentoring.

More about Allied Media:

As the country’s largest independent media company, we deliver trusted local journalism and engaging content across 24 newspapers, five magazines, major local events, and a growing digital network.  But our strength lies in more than just what we publish it’s in the people behind the scenes.  From journalists and editors to designers, developers, videographers and marketers, our team brings stories, campaigns, and experiences to life across print, digital, and events.  Our flagship print publication, the Otago Daily Times, is New Zealand’s most trusted news brand (AUT’s Trust in News research), and our digital platform, odt.co.nz, continues to reach new heights.  At Allied Media, we’re proud of our deep roots, and we’re just as excited about the future.  Join us and be part of a team that’s keeping the South informed, inspired, and connected.

How to Apply:

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply via SEEK or reach out to Debbie Porteous at [email protected] for a confidential discussion.  Applications will be accepted until Friday 11 September 2026.  We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity.