Sam Hurley is the New Zealand Herald's print editor.
Sam joined the Herald in 2017 and has worked in a variety of roles, including deputy head of print content, news director, and as an award-winning court and business reporter. He has covered some of New Zealand’s biggest court cases, including the murder of Grace Millane, and led multi-year Herald investigations into the crimes of millionaire arts philanthropist James Wallace and New Lynn terrorist Ahamed Samsudeen. He was the Templeton Scholar in Parliament's Press Gallery in 2016 and also reported on the US presidential election while in America that year. Sam has covered several general and local elections and the Serious Fraud Office cases involving political donations to the Labour, National and NZ First parties. He started his career as a reporter at Hawke’s Bay Today in 2013 and has also worked at TVNZ for 1News. After graduating from the University of Waikato with a degree in political science, specialising in international relations and defence studies, Sam obtained a post-graduate diploma in journalism from the Auckland University of Technology. Sam sits as a member of NZME on the District Court Media Committee, which discusses issues raised by the media, judiciary and Ministry of Justice. He is also a keen sports fan and travelled to watch the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. You can contact Sam at sam.hurley@nzme.co.nz.
Digging in: Hawke’s Bay prepares for another deluge
With the area still saturated, many are concerned about further slips and flooding.
'Everything the water touched': Residents begin dumping flood-contaminated possessions
In the trash, a world globe that was once vibrant blue and green, now stained dirty brown.
Cyclone Gabrielle: 1000 displaced in Hawke's Bay, Wairoa goes dark
Dramatic aerial photos also show the devastation to the region.
Sir George Fistonich files claim for damages over Villa Maria sale
It is the second claim the founder of the winery has brought against the receivers.
A rare dishonour - land developer barred from civil legal proceedings
The judge also said the way Garth Paterson conducts litigation is vexatious.
Grace Millane murder trial: Cop describes bush 'gravesite' where body found
Grace's parents are in court as the trial get under way in Auckland.
Hawke's Bay toddler killer Benny Haerewa admits more abuse against children
Benny Haerewa is responsible for one of New Zealand's worst child abuse cases.
'Keep it secret or else': Child sex offender jailed
He was caught when accessing a website known to be a gathering place for paedophiles.
Coroner dies after accident at home
Coroner Christopher Devonport died after an accident at his home.
Employment Court orders Ministry of Justice into mediation
Pay negotiations between are set to resume this week... by court order.
Ministry of Justice workers strike, walking out of courthouses
District and High Courts are closed to the public for two hours today.
Ministry of Justice workers vote on strike action
Female employees at the ministry are paid 15 per cent less than men, union says.
Youth justice funding as age increases to 17
The justice system is in crisis and failing children and families, says the Government.
Russel Norman admits obstructing oil ship
The former Green Party co-leader swam in front of the ship as it searched for oil off NZ.
Inside honey's criminal black market
Honey industry losing millions annually as apiarists are hit by organised crime.
Westside star sentenced for assault
TV actor Pana Hema-Taylor was sentenced for an assault outside his family home last year.
Underworld unveiled: Six jailed over fatal kidnapping
Six men have been jailed for their role in the kidnapping of an Auckland mum of three.
Top female cop named Assistant Commissioner
Top female cop named to police's executive level after more than 20 year career.
Beehive thefts linked to organised crime
The New Zealand honey industry is losing millions of dollars every year to thieves.
Dramatic video of police Tasering
GRAPHIC WARNING: Four police officers were cleared on charges of assaulting the man.