New Zealand Woman’s Weekly Seeks New Editor After Five-Year Term

The renowned New Zealand Woman’s Weekly is searching for a new editor following the decision of Marilynn McLachlan to step down after five years in the role. McLachlan will transition to the position of Lifestyle Editor, allowing the magazine to begin the recruitment process for her successor. She will continue in her current role until a new editor is appointed.

Founded on December 8, 1932, the New Zealand Woman’s Weekly stands as one of the country’s oldest magazines. Its circulation reached a peak in the mid-1980s, with sales hitting approximately 250,000 copies per week. The magazine faced challenges in 2020 when it went on hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, coinciding with the closure of Bauer Media’s New Zealand operations. Nevertheless, the publication was revitalized later that year after being acquired by Mercury Capital, which has since rebranded as Are Media. This acquisition also included other notable titles such as the NZ Listener and Woman’s Day.

Over the years, the New Zealand Woman’s Weekly has been guided by various editors, including prominent writers Wendyl Nissen and Nicky Pellegrino. The magazine has maintained a significant presence in the New Zealand media landscape, providing a mix of lifestyle content, interviews, and human interest stories that resonate with its audience.

The search for a new editor reflects the ongoing evolution of the Woman’s Weekly as it aims to adapt to the changing media environment while staying true to its roots. The appointment of the new editor will be closely watched by the magazine’s loyal readership, as well as the wider publishing community in New Zealand.

As the recruitment process unfolds, McLachlan’s legacy as editor will undoubtedly influence the magazine’s future direction, shaping how it engages with its audience in the years to come.