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Stuff's 3 News Struggles as TVNZ's 1News Thrives

7/8/2025

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Stuff's acquisition of 3 News has resulted in a troubling decline in coverage and resources, leaning on a limited pool of ex-Newshub reporters. Despite claims of innovation, the service feels shallow, often prioritizing irrelevant international stories. In contrast, TVNZ's 1News is thriving, capitalizing on these weaknesses as the upcoming election looms, putting ThreeNews to the test.

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Story summary

Stuff's acquisition of 3 News has resulted in a troubling decline in coverage and resources, leaning on a limited pool of ex-Newshub reporters. Despite claims of innovation, the service feels shallow, often prioritizing irrelevant international stories. In contrast, TVNZ's 1News is thriving, capitalizing on these weaknesses as the upcoming election looms, putting ThreeNews to the test.