Kia Ora, I'm Blake Benny and I am a second year journalism student with a passion for news and working with people.
I am enthusiastic about writing, producing and sharing stories. I am eager to continue my learning, and am confident that my organisational skills and dedication to my work would be a valuable asset for any workplace.
As a producer for MetroNews, I was able to further develop my leadership, news-sense, and team-working skills - and this is something I would be interested in pursuing further.
Working under pressure is something I thrive in, as well as having the ability to work to a high degree both independently, and as part of a team.
The Deep Dive (Episode 6)
Our final episode looks into the importance of rainbow representation in politics, and features an exclusive interview with Chris Carter.
The Deep Dive (Episode 5)
This episode focuses on family issues within the community, and speaks to a young transgender teen about family and social acceptance.
The Deep Dive Podcast (Episode 4)
This episode focuses on LGBTQI+ Youth and Schooling. Featuring an interview with openly-gay Auckland teacher, Paul Stevens.
The Deep Dive Podcast (Episode 3)
This week The Deep Dive focuses on LGBTQI+ Healthcare and Finances, and chats to Jennifer Shields from Qtopia.
The Deep Dive Podcast (Episode 2)
This week The Deep Dive looks into LGBTQ representation in pop culture, film and television, with Dr Erin Harrington.
The Deep Dive Podcast (Episode 1)
The first episode of 'The Deep Dive', with Blake Benny and Emily Twohig.
Happy Spine
The "Posture Pandemic” is a campaign raising awareness of the ongoing decline in spinal health and encouraging commitment to Happy Spine.
Documentary: Social Isolation
Blake Benny takes a look into social isolation, after statistics show that 1 in 5 elderly New Zealander's suffer from some form of loneliness.
MetroNews Behind the Scenes: Producers
Go behind the scenes with the Producers of MetroNews 2021, and take a look at the role they do.
TV News: Pharmacy Live Cross
Blake Benny reports on how locally-owned pharmacies are struggling to compete with chains such as Chemist Warehouse.
Radio Current Affairs: Media Studies
Blake Benny reports on the backlash surrounding the decision to scrap NCEA Level 1 Media Studies.
Radio Current Affairs: Buy Now, Pay Later Schemes
Blake Benny investigates the hidden dangers of 'Buy Now, Pay Later' schemes such as Afterpay and Laybuy; and the calls for market regulation
Metronews 4/6/21
This episode of Metronews is brought to you by the students of the NewZealand broadcasting school
Metronews 1/06/21
This episode of Metronews is brought to you by the students of the NewZealand broadcasting school
Feature film set to shoot in Christchurch
Christchurch is set to welcome an international film production in June, the first overseas production in the city since 2017.
NZ Careers Expo makes its return to Christchurch
The Expo returns this weekend following the cancellation of the 2020 show.
Business industry welcomes lower card fees
New Government legislation that could save businesses up to $74 million dollars per year has been welcomed by the business industry.
Local chemists call for an even playing field
The rise in big-box discount pharmacy chains such as Bargain Chemist, and Chemist Warehouse has rapidly changed the local market.
Kiwibank faces backlash from local residents
The decision to close the Kiwibank branch at The Palms shopping centre in Shirley is met with backlash from the locals.
Cleaver & Co closes its doors
The owners stated they made the "difficult decision" to close due to "current environment".
Crash on Johns Rd delays traffic
Friday's weather a traffic report with METRONEWS.
'It's been such a struggle'
Souvenir shop sets up online shop to survive lack of tourists.
AirBnB hosts call for 'common-sense rules'
As Christchurch reviews its home-share accommodation regulations, hosts urge city council not to charge commercial rates.
New festival set for September
The Go Live! Festival will span nine days, featuring a range of shows and special events.
Change in direction for New Regent St businesses
Shops and eateries are shifting their businesses to work without the usual international tourists in the central city street.
Elderly left to clean up council mess
A Christchurch City Council tree on the berm outside an Ilam home is damaging an elderly resident's property.