Katrina Bennett
Head of News - Wellington
Katrina Bennett is the New Zealand Herald's Head of Wellington News.
We are your advocate, Aotearoa. Uncovering stories that matter, asking hard-hitting questions of those in power, live-blogging sport events, monitoring the highs and lows of the NZX and providing Premium expert opinion and analysis. Bringing you distinctive, quality journalism and breaking news from across New Zealand and around the world. With specialists working together to create indepth reads, engaging video, and unmissable podcasts.
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Katrina Bennett: Why Bishop's outburst is totally unlike Whanau's case
OPINION: A beer in hand is worlds away from a self-confessed drinking problem.
Council knew toddler pool 'likely infected' with crypto but waited to alert public
The council has defended its response, saying it didn't want to cause undue alarm.
Car towed from scene of unexplained death in Wellington suburb
Residents can expect a large police presence on Albemarle Rd.
The violent, dark side to Nelson’s sunny exterior
OPINION: Buxton Square has a history of problematic antisocial behaviour.
Man accused of murdering policewoman to keep name secret for seven days
The 32-year-old faces eight charges in relation to the New Year's Day incident.
Nelson policewoman death: Man charged with murder, in court today
The 32-year-old faces seven additional charges.
Nelson cricket fans pay tribute to slain police officer
A moment's silence was held at the start of today's T20I at Saxton Oval.
'So devastated': Nelson police station flag at half-mast, floral tribute for officer killed
Lyn Fleming was killed in the incident in Nelson in the early hours of New Year's Day.
One resident worried about shaking caused Wellington apartment block evacuation
The building's developer says 'this was in its truest sense, a false alarm'.
'Like Police Ten 7': Florist reveals Julie Anne Genter filmed her during confrontation
Laura Newcombe says she has no idea why the Green MP felt the need to film her.
Dave Grohl dedicates song to ‘naked mother***er from Christchurch'
The band wrapped up their tour of New Zealand in Wellington tonight.
How many extra-curricular activities should our children be doing?
Two families share tips on how they make the after-school juggle work.
'Very sad': Surprise as Wishbone placed in liquidation
The cafe's website is no longer working and a liquidator has been appointed.
Opinion: Police MIA as Parliament occupation turns into a Covid slum
As Parliament occupation enters fourth week, one must wonder - what is police's strategy?
Katrina Bennett: An abject failure - protesters' cars should never have been able to get back in
OPINION: Protesters being able to get vehicles back inside barricades is a police failure.