Melissa Stokes
Melissa Stokes is a prominent New Zealand television news presenter known for her work on TVNZ's 1News, where she has gained recognition for her journalistic integrity and presenting skills. She has been identified as a frontrunner to potentially succeed Simon Dallow as the 6pm newsreader.
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Recent news mentions
Melissa Stokes has replaced Simon Dallow as the 6pm weekday newsreader.
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New Zealand· 2025-12-15
Melissa Stokes will be taking over Simon Dallow’s role from next week.
Simon Dallow farewelled from 1News as TVNZ staff mark end of an eraNew Zealand· 2025-11-29
Melissa Stokes is the anchor for 1News at Six and has a strong sense of self after years in the newsroom.
‘Under the radar’: Melissa Stokes on 1News at Six anchor role and carrying on her mum’s legacyNew Zealand· 2025-11-29
Melissa Stokes will move from her weekend presenting role to anchor the broadcaster’s main bulletin on weekdays.
Simon Dallow delivers last 1News at Six as TVNZ era comes to an endNew Zealand· 2025-11-28
Melissa Stokes is a journalist who will take over the 6pm slot from Simon Dallow.
1News’ Jack Tame on being a dad, growing up and why reading the news is like getting marriedNew Zealand· 2025-11-23
Melissa Stokes won a head-to-head battle with Daniel Faitaua to replace Simon Dallow as TVNZ’s 6pm weekday newsreader.
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Melissa Stokes is a clear frontrunner to take over from Simon Dallow.
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