Tess Brunton is a Radio Journalist at RNZ. She specializes in travel and tourism, with a focus on the Otago/Southland region, while also covering themes in arts and entertainment, sports, and legal affairs. Tess's work has been featured in the Indian Weekender, New Zealand Herald, RNZ, and New Zealand Doctor.
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Dunedin, New Zealand (Local)
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Tess Brunton's articles primarily focus on local government announcements, events in the travel and tourism industry, legal policy regulations related to climate change and wildfires. For outreach, consider providing newsworthy angles or unique perspectives on local government decisions or policies regarding tourism, outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling trails, climate change resilience strategies, and wildfire prevention measures specifically relevant to New Zealand.
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Tourism operators are calling on the next government to deliver a sustainable funding model for the industry.
The first-time councillor will not have to vacate her seat because of concerns about her business interests.
Museums and galleries are calling for a dedicated central fund for cultural institutions, as some resort to fund-raising to protect their growing collection of taonga.
By: Tess Brunton
A new report shows that it is feasible to lower the flood risk in South Dunedin but it will take a sustained effort and investment over decades
By: Tess Brunton
Resident blindsided by possibility of property acquisition to tackle climate change Some South Dunedin homes may make way to a changing landscape under plans to tackle increasing risks posed by climate change.
By: Tess Brunton
Ophir locals say the post office is a vital hub and one of the area’s top photo spots.
By: Tess Brunton
Tess Brunton of RNZ | RNZ The countdown is on as Dunedin prepares for daytime darkness for the first time since 1163 AD.
$600m wind farm officially opens
New wind turbines will help lower power bills — Mercury boss
The building houses four full-sized operating theatres and four procedure rooms. Photo: RNZ Tess Brunton of RNZ Saturday, September 12, 2026
