Alana Dixon

Alana Dixon is a seasoned communications professional currently serving as a Communications Advisor for Invercargill City Council since May 2023. Previously, Alana held the role of Marketing and Communications Advisor at Transport World from May 2019 to May 2023, focusing on visitor attractions and managing various communication activities. Alana's experience includes positions such as Writer and Editor at Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, Media and Communications Manager at Southland Charity Hospital, and Communications Officer at Southland District Council. Earlier career roles encompass work as a PA/Infobank Research Assistant and Legal Secretary at Lloyd's of London, and a Reporter at Fairfax Media, The Southland Times. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Otago and a Diploma in Journalism from Aoraki Polytechnic. Alana is affiliated with Waitaha, Kāti Māmoe, and Kāi Tahu.