The Central App has an interim editor Shannon Thomson during Alexia Anderson’s maternity leave.

She hit the ground running, covering a plane fire over the weekend in Cromwell, and readers may have already seen her byline popping up. 

Shannon brings a wealth of experience as a journalist, photographer and editor as former Central Otago bureau chief for the Otago Daily Times and The News - Central Otago and Wanaka.

Having lived in Cromwell previously, and her children attending Cromwell College and Dunstan High School - and with whānau residing in Clyde - Shannon has knowledge of the district and strong ties to Central.

“There is an element of coming full circle, as I was employed by The Central App as a journalist when I returned to the industry six years ago.

“I’m passionate about our community, its people, places and what matters to them.

‘’Leading a team to deliver reliable and balanced news, tell cracking yarns and share the stories that resonate and matter to our readers is something I love to do.”

Outside of her editorial role Shannon is a mum of two (her son Asher is in his final year of high school, while her daughter Charlize has just returned to Central Otago after two years overseas), she volunteers with not for profit organisation Red Frogs and enjoys spending time at the lake and beach as well as getting out in nature for walks.

Shannon said anyone wanting to contact her about The Central App’s news can email [email protected]