Jane Clifton
Jane Clifton is a New Zealand journalist and author known for her insightful commentary on social and cultural issues. She has recently been in the news for her reflections on the impact of over-tourism in various locales, highlighting the tension between local communities and the influx of tourists inspired by popular culture.
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Recent news mentions
Jane Clifton signs off after 30 years of Listener columns.
Jane Clifton signs off after 30 years of Listener columns
New Zealand· 2025-12-19
Jane Clifton discusses the challenges and costs associated with bringing a dog from Dublin to Auckland.
Jane Clifton: How a dog’s Dublin to Auckland trip ended up costing an eye-watering five figure sumNew Zealand· 2025-12-12
Jane Clifton discusses the societal implications of various TV advertisements.
Jane Clifton: I Am Farticus - the TV ads declaring war on dignityNew Zealand· 2025-05-09
Jane Clifton discusses the escalating turf war over lawn maintenance and rewilding.
Jane Clifton: The politics of grass is a new turf warNew Zealand· 2025-04-24
Jane Clifton discusses the impact of tourism on local communities and the film Midnight Express.
Jane Clifton: When your quiet corner of the world is shot to piecesNew Zealand· 2025-03-28
