Jane Hastings – who currently heads APN’s The Radio Network – moves to a new role as chief executive of APN New Zealand on Monday.

She will be responsible for New Zealand publishing, radio and digital businesses.

Martin Simons is stepping down from his role as chief executive of the company's New Zealand publishing business to take up a trans-Tasman consultancy role. He has been with APN for more than 40 years and in his current role since 2006.

APN chief executive Michael Miller says Hastings’ appointment will enable more strategic collaboration across the New Zealand businesses, including greater cross-selling opportunities for media brands, “which will better meet the needs of our clients and deliver improved performance for shareholders”. She was already working closely with APN's New Zealand businesses through her role as chief executive of TRN.

Hastings joined TRN as chief executive in September 2012 from Amalgamated Holdings where she was general manager, entertainment Australia and New Zealand. She was previously general manager group sales, marketing and cinemas at Sky City Entertainment Group.

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