TVNZ plans to shut down 1News

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TVNZ, New Zealand’s major television network, has proposed big changes, including shutting down its 1News website and app by February 2025.

The company’s plan, shared with staff by CEO Jodi O’Donnell, aims to address a $30 million revenue shortfall. Instead of traditional news platforms, TVNZ plans to focus on video storytelling through its Re: News brand.

The company also plans to outsource some of its daily operations and adjust staff schedules. It intends to create a “Creative Hub” and a team focused on digital news for its streaming service, TVNZ+. These changes come as TVNZ tries to stay competitive after a steep drop in advertising income. The final decisions will be made after considering staff feedback.

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Last Saturday, more than 40 families worked together to build raised garden beds beside the local library. Some children planted seedlings, while adults mixed soil and set up a rainwater tank. The project was organised by the council to make fresh vegetables easier for the community to grow. By the end of the day, the garden looked neat and colourful, and several people said they wanted to return each month to help with watering and weeding. The library manager said the garden would teach people how to grow food and bring neighbours together. Even though the work was tiring, many volunteers felt proud because they had created something useful that would last.

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