Mediawatch for 17 December 2020 - Horowhenua special

Covering news all over the country is a struggle for media companies dealing with rising costs and falling income. But some local outlets are surviving - and even thriving. Mediawatch's Hayden Donnel finds out who's doing the business in Horowhenua - and how they're doing it.Major media organisations have been cutting back in the regions for years leaving reporters thin on the ground - and local people short of local news. This week Mediawatch visits Horowhenua to find out who's filling the gaps and how they're doing it. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details