Wendy Petrie
Wendy Petrie is a seasoned journalist and broadcaster known for her engaging storytelling and expertise in travel. Recently, she shared her experiences as a solo female traveler in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, highlighting the importance of cultural awareness and practical tips for navigating local markets and interactions.
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Recent news mentions
Dallow and Wendy Petrie jointly replaced 'mother of the nation' Judy Bailey.
Simon Dallow delivers last 1News at Six as TVNZ era comes to an end
New Zealand· 2025-11-28
Wendy Petrie is embarking on a new business venture after leaving her fulltime role at TVNZ in 2020.
Media Insider: Simon Dallow’s final hour; Wendy Petrie’s new business; Ad agency merger - DDB awaits fate; Three News changes; The dire All Blacks TV smokescreenNew Zealand· 2025-11-27
Wendy Petrie continues to feature regularly as a fill-in newsreader.
Media Insider: Simon Dallow preparing to step down as TVNZ 6pm newsreader; North & South magazine’s battle; The Amazing Race in NZ; Opinion: BSA goes rogue – is it a deliberate strategy?New Zealand· 2025-10-16
Wendy Petrie encouraged Jenny-May Clarkson to get herself out there and socialize.
TVNZ’s Jenny-May Clarkson talks about feeling unworthy, loss and love in new bookNew Zealand· 2025-04-25
Wendy Petrie takes her family to Mexico for culture, beach, sass and enjoyable chaos.
Cruising the Mexican Riviera: How to make the most of your dock days in Cabo, Mazatlán, Puerto VallartaNew Zealand· 2025-04-22
And after scammers stole broadcaster Wendy Petrie’s identity last year, cyber security agency Cert NZ warned about the misuse of AI.
Job hunters facing more fraud and AI-powered deepfake video interviewsNew Zealand· 2025-04-17
Wendy Petrie is redefining life with her ‘empty nest’ adventure after her children left for university.
How Wendy Petrie is redefining life with her ‘empty nest’ adventureNew Zealand· 2025-04-12
Wendy Petrie takes her family to Mexico for culture, beach, sass and enjoyable chaos.
Mexican Riviera: Four simple but important tips for solo female travellers in MexicoNew Zealand· 2025-03-14