Kurt Bayer
Kurt Bayer is the South Island Head of News for the New Zealand Herald, based in Christchurch. A senior journalist who joined the publication in 2011, Bayer has reported on a wide range of topics, including local news, politics, and current events. His coverage of the doomsday bunker in New Zealand highlights his role in bringing important stories to the public's attention.
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Kurt Bayer is the NZ Herald South Island Head of News based in Christchurch.
Kaikōura developer Garry Robertson launches defamation action against district council and senior official
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Kurt Bayer is the NZ Herald South Island Head of News and a senior journalist.
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Kurt Bayer is a senior journalist for NZ Herald who reported on Michael Pratt's case.
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Kurt Bayer is the South Island Head of News for NZ Herald.
Mark Lundy released from prison: First photos of convicted double killer out in the communityNew Zealand· 2025-05-08
Kurt Bayer is a senior journalist at NZ Herald and the South Island Head of News.
Double killer Mark Lundy released from prison after 23 years behind barsNew Zealand· 2025-05-07Kurt Bayer is NZ Herald South Island head of news based in Christchurch.
Christchurch homicide: Police probe multiple suspects in Tyrone Munns' deathNew Zealand· 2025-03-19
Kurt Bayer is the NZ Herald South Island Head of News based in Christchurch.
Brad Pitt filming near Queenstown: Hollywood A-lister’s latest blockbuster under wayNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
Kurt Bayer is NZ Herald South Island Head of News based in Christchurch.
Apocalypse now: Doomsday bunker secretly installed on New Zealand property – confirmedNew Zealand· 2025-02-22
