Simon Dallow to leave 1News at Six after 20 years

TVNZ has announced the resignation of Simon Dallow as presenter of 1News at Six, effective November 28.

Dallow has presented TVNZ’s most watched and most streamed programme for two decades, bringing professionalism, integrity and dedication to the role.

He has guided the nation through many significant and breaking news events, from the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes, to the Christchurch Mosque attacks, Whakaari White Island Volcanic Island eruption, Covid-19 Pandemic, Cyclone Gabrielle and coverage of numerous General Elections.

The end of an era

Dallow joined TVNZ in 1993, first appearing on Newsnight and 1News bulletins, then on Agenda and Q+A, before taking the helm at 1News at Six weeknights alongside former co-host Wendy Petrie.

TVNZ chief executive Jodi O’Donnell says: “Simon has been an exceptional journalist and presenter for TVNZ.

“He’s part of why 1News at Six continues to reach 1 million New Zealanders on broadcast TV as well as being TVNZ+’s most streamed show.

“His departure marks the end of an era for 1News at Six, and we are deeply grateful for his years of service. “

Melissa Stokes appointed lead presenter for 1News at Six

TVNZ has announced Melissa Stokes will move from her weekend presenting role to anchor the bulletin 5-nights a week.

Stokes’ TVNZ career spans more than two decades, including various reporting roles, time as 1News Europe Correspondent and presenting 1News at Six on weekends since 2019.

“We are incredibly fortunate to have someone of Melissa’s calibre appointed as our lead presenter for 1News at Six,” says O’Donnell.

“She’s done an exceptional job fronting weekends and this experience alongside the strong leadership role she plays in our newsroom makes her a natural successor.

“Her enduring relationship with our audience will help guide them through this transition for our biggest show.”

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