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Digital outlet recognised for editorial strength and multi-platform journalism
New Zealand digital publication The Spinoff has won Best News, Current Affairs or Specialist Publication at the 2026 New Zealand Media Awards in Auckland. Judges praised its strong editorial voice, audience engagement, and multi-platform reporting across politics, culture, podcasts, and investigative journalism. The award highlights its growing influence as a digital-first newsroom amid industry financial pressures. Organized by the News Publishers’ Association, the awards recognize excellence across New Zealand media. The Spinoff’s win reflects the rise of independent digital journalism, while broader ceremony discussions focused on media transformation and ongoing debates about the future of news in the country.
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