August 26, 2025

This story was originally published on The Spinoff. Duncan Greive: ‘An extraordinary sense for what makes a compelling story’ It’s hard to wrap your mind around the contribution of John Barnett to New Zealand’s culture and media. It’s hard to…

As many of you know, John played an important role in the journey of ShowNews. Not, as some assumed, by owning it or controlling it, but simply with encouragement and support. We had our differences at times, but he always…

This award-winning animated short features a heroic fire brigade battling a raging inferno in Cardboard City. Created by Phil Brough, it screened at Berlin and Tribeca and won Best NZ Film at Show Me Shorts.…