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Peata Melbourne
Ngā Aho Whakaari member

Peata Melbourne

Auckland

About me

Owner of Te Koru Media, a team of award-winning creatives telling stories across a range of platforms including television, film, theatre, print and music. Diversity and the development of new talent are paramount in our productions. Te Koru represents new beginnings, life and growth, and this is what we strive to bring to every person who is a part of the whānau at Te Koru Media. Our short film Disrupt won 3 awards including Best Film, Best Director and People's Choice.

I'm currently the News Anchor at Whakaata Māori (Māori TV) on our flagship show Te Ao News.

Proficiencies & skills

Kaitiaki Māori | Māori Advisory

Actor

Researcher

Presenter

Voice Over Artist

Producer

Co-Producer

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Film & TV, Strategic Management & Leadership

The University of Waikato 2001

Featured work

Te Ao News

He Rangipaihuarere - A Tribute to Dr Hirini Melbourne (Music album)

Disrupt (Short Film)