Kate Rodger is a dynamic and passionate film journalist, former Entertainment Editor, and Film Critic for what was formerly Newshub. For two decades, she was a primetime broadcaster, reviewer, producer, and presenter with TV3 NZ, bringing the world of cinema to audiences with energy, insight, and an undeniable love for storytelling.

Throughout her career, Kate has traveled the globe covering film premieres, awards ceremonies, and festivals, crossing live from the Oscars and BAFTAs, and reporting from Cannes, Toronto, Sundance, and Doha. She has interviewed Hollywood’s biggest stars, from Meryl Streep and Keanu Reeves to Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, and Nicole Kidman, as well as icons like Jason Bourne, James Bond, and Captain America. 

Beyond her screen presence, Kate is a tireless champion of local film and filmmakers. In 2018, her contributions to the film industry were recognized with the NZMPIC Industry Award for Excellence.

Kate’s work has extended beyond television, with film and travel writing for The Australian Women’s Weekly, Newshub Travel, and Island Time Magazine. She’s made regular radio appearances across RNZ, Magic Talk, and Radio Live, and co-hosted Newshub’s Post-Credits film podcast. She also became a familiar face on The Project, Three’s flagship current affairs show.

With the closure of the Newshub newsroom and brand, Kate has embarked on a new adventure—rolling out her own brand, Kate Rodger Inc. No longer tied to a single network, she’s embracing the exhilarating world of freelancing—“kind of like the OG freelancer Boba Fett,” as she quips, “but without the helmet.” A creative gun for hire, she’s ready for whatever cinematic, journalistic, and storytelling adventures come next.