Tracy Watkins, a respected senior editor, has assumed the position of Editor at The Post, the Capital’s leading newspaper and digital site.
Over the last four years, Watkins has led the teams at Sunday Star-Times and Sunday News as Sundays Editor at Stuff. Before this, she served as the Political Editor and Bureau Chief for Stuff.
Watkins will continue to oversee the editorial direction of the Sunday Star-Times andSunday News, supported by talented teams of journalists around the country, while also taking editorial leadership of The Post.
“Tracy is a highly experienced and award-winning editor and journalist,” says Joanna Norris, Managing Director of Stuff Masthead Publishing. Thanks to her direction, Stuff now dominates the national Sunday audience reaching 328,000 Kiwis across the Sunday Star-Times and Sunday News.
“Tracy’s strong leadership skills and unparalleled political acumen mean she is the perfect person to lead the future direction of The Post spearheading outstanding journalism and subscription growth in our nationally-focused titles in both print and digital.”
Watkins says she is thrilled to take on the challenge, as The Post continues to drive influential reporting from the Capital for the nation.
“As a proud Wellingtonian with a passion for politics, taking on the editorship of The Post is a dream come true – especially in the lead-up to the October election.
“I look forward to working with the team to provide original, agenda-setting journalism that reflects the mood of Wellington and the nation,” says Watkins.
The Post will continue to drive strong reporting on critical Wellington issues, while further expanding its coverage of national issues decided in the Capital and the impact they have on individuals, communities and businesses.
Caitlin Cherry, current Editor of The Post, is moving on from the business to take on her next challenge.
Norris says: “We have been delighted to work with Cherry as Stuff’s Wellington Editor. She has made a huge impact in this role.”
“Caitlin is a champion for Wellington and for Stuff’s Wellington reporting team. She and the team have thrown themselves into ensuring all the important local issues are covered – particularly infrastructure, arts and culture and leadership.
“She has brought pragmatism, enthusiasm, and a collaborative leadership style to the Wellington Editor role. We wish her the best for the future.”
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