What I cover: I am a reporter based in RNZ's Wellington newsroom and I focus on reporting on housing – particularly social and emergency housing, and homelessness.
My background: My journalism career began at RNZ in 2022, reporting on a range of topics. In February 2023 I travelled to Hawke’s Bay to cover Cyclone Gabrielle, and soon after took up a secondment, moving to Napier to continue coverage of the recovery. I returned to the Wellington newsroom at the beginning of 2024. In 2025, I was a finalist in the 'Best New Talent' category at the NZ Radio Awards.
Contact: If you have an idea for a story or feedback for me, feel free to get in touch - lauren.crimp@rnz.co.nz
