New reporter for Balclutha

Rachel Taylor.
Rachel Taylor.
Rachel Taylor has been appointed general news reporter of the Otago Daily Times' Balclutha office.

Ms Taylor (30) replaces long-serving bureau chief Glenn Conway, who has moved to Christchurch.

Originally from Nelson, Ms Taylor recently graduated with a diploma of journalism from the Aoraki Polytechnic in Timaru after completing work experience at The Timaru Herald, Christchurch Star and ODT.

Educated at Nelson College for Girls, Ms Taylor graduated from the University of Otago in 2006 with a bachelor of arts, majoring in anthropology.

Readers can contact her at the ODT's Balclutha office in Clyde St on (03) 418 0123 or on 0275 585 498 or by email rachel.taylor@odt.co.nz.

Ms Taylor

Congratulations on your appointment. I look forward to reading interesting and relevant news articles from you covering Balclutha and the district on a regular basis.