They say you need a 'head for news.' Fortunately, mine sits six feet off the ground, giving me a great advantage in press conferences.
Kia ora, I'm Asha Lyall. I grew up in sunny Nelson, spent a few months of 2023 studying in France, and now I'm slowly trying to drag my French back from wherever it disappeared to.
If there are two things I love, it's people and travel. Lucky for me, the two tend to go hand in hand. The most interesting person I ever met was a businessman named Jason on a flight to Doha. He introduced me to Baileys in coffee before giving me an eight-hour introduction to the world of Data Analytics in Loyalty Marketing. I have truly never been more captivated.
That was the moment I fully understood the importance of storytelling.
I'm curious by nature and often find myself in conversations I didn't plan to have. As soon as I realised I could turn these traits into a career, I set my heart on journalism.
New faces set to represent Ōtautahi in Parliament
Ōtautahi is set for a parliamentary refresh with several new faces preparing to take their seats in the House following the 2026 General Election.
Election 26: Labour leads Te Tai Tonga
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With election day approaching, political jargon is finding its way into most conversations around Aotearoa.
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Election day in Aotearoa is on November 7th, and as of Monday the 26th, enrolments have officially closed.
It's game on in Christchurch
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Ferns take on Diamonds in second test
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Studying - or not - in the age of AI
The University of Canterbury recorded 65 academic misconduct cases partly or wholly related to AI in 2025. According to students, there are gaps in UC's reporting system.
CCC responds to fuel prices with cycling funding
As petrol prices rise, residents of Ōtautahi are realising the cheapest gear might just be the one on their bikes
The Kea behind the conservation conversation
Bruce the disabled Alpine Kea has become an unexpected ambassador for Kea conservation around Aotearoa.
El Niño to bring a drier shift this winter
Climate experts are keeping a close eye on El Niño conditions developing across the Pacific, with the weather pattern expected to influence Aotearoa over the coming months.
Southern Alps glaciers get brief reprieve
A rare boost in snowfall has slowed ice loss this year, but scientists warn it's only temporary.
Single Fin Mingle is back for its twelfth run
Surfing has always been more than just a sport, and the Single Fin Mingle is giving Ōtautahi a taste of the magic.
Crusaders farewell Apollo Stadium after 13 years
This weekend marks the end of an era, as the Crusaders prepare to farewell the stadium that carried them through 13 years of rugby.
Gordon re-elected as Waimakariri Mayor
Dan Gordon has won Waimakariri's mayoralty race for a third time.
Gliddon wins Selwyn mayoralty
Lydia Gliddon, the Malvern based candidate becomes Selwyn's next mayor with 15,497 votes.
WOF extension welcomed
The time a Warrant of Fitness is valid on vintage cars has been extended from six months to 12 months.
Top deaf futsal teams unite in Ōtautahi
Christchurch will host the nation's top deaf futsal players this weekend.
Smiths City enters voluntary administration
Smiths City has gone into voluntary administration, raising questions about the future of its stores, staff, and financial situation.
Homeless community grows around Avonside church
Deadline extended for homeless to leave church as numbers swell.
Christchurch clubs chase glory
Three Christchurch teams are eyeing top spots in the Southern League, with a national title opportunity on the line this weekend.