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Hamish Fletcher
Managing Editor - Planned Journalism

Hamish Fletcher is the New Zealand Herald's Managing Editor for Planned Journalism and is responsible for Premium content and newsroom planning.

Since joining the newsroom as a reporter in 2010, he has done stints as Business Editor, Head of News, and Deputy Editor. He was Editorial Leader of the Year at the 2022 Voyager Media Awards.

Check out Hamish’s latest content
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Departing Fonterra boss paid another $8m this year

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It doesn't appear Theo Spierings will get a golden handshake from the co-operative.

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The Country

Forestlands to fight FMA liquidation bid

24 Apr 12:35 AM

The group has been under investigation by the FMA since last year.

Company of the Year: a2 Milk Company
The Country

Company of the Year: a2 Milk Company

23 Nov 04:00 PM

The a2 Milk Company's meteoric rise is one of the most spectacular ascents in many years.

Immigration a worry for business community
The Country

Immigration a worry for business community

24 Sep 10:28 PM

NZ First's policy is to reduce migration levels to about 10,000 people each year.

A2 Milk result beats expectations, shares rise
The Country

A2 Milk result beats expectations, shares rise

22 Aug 11:46 PM

The standout performer of NZ's stock market delivered a better than expected result.

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