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Tom Zillich

Tom Zillich

I cover entertainment, sports and news stories for Surrey Now-Leader, where I've worked for more than half of my 30-plus years in the news business. My biggest thrill on the job is meeting and writing about people who are creative, talented and achieve great things.
Passions in my "other" life include playing bass on local concert stages, swimming in sun-soaked pools and cheering the Canucks to just one (ONE!) Stanley Cup before I die.

Phone
604-543-5814
Email
tom.zillich@surreynowleader.com

Recent Work by Tom

'The Knitting Pilgrim' comes to B.C. with huge, stained glass-like tapestries

'The Knitting Pilgrim' comes to B.C. with huge, stained glass-like tapestries

Toronto's Kirk Dunn created his solo show after 15 years of knitting, an 'incredible journey of self-doubt and learning'
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U.S. company deal, FOI request trigger war of words in B.C. city

U.S. company deal, FOI request trigger war of words in B.C. city

Chicago-based Hunden company was hired in 2024, 'well before the current U.S. tariff environment,' Surrey mayor declares
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WWE Hall of Fame nod for B.C. wrestler John 'Earthquake' Tenta

WWE Hall of Fame nod for B.C. wrestler John 'Earthquake' Tenta

Surrey-raised Tenta, who died in 2006, 'awed fans across the world with his incredible size and memorable rivalry with Hulk Hogan'
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Police chase youths through busy B.C. mall, as dog squad, helicopter called

Police chase youths through busy B.C. mall, as dog squad, helicopter called

Shots-fired call in Surrey nets 'numerous' youth arrests, weapons
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'Jackass' star Steve-O coming to B.C. on 'Crash & Burn' tour this fall

'Jackass' star Steve-O coming to B.C. on 'Crash & Burn' tour this fall

October show dates for the 'professional idiot,' whose dangerous stunts made him famous
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VIDEO: Surrey's Justin Sourdif scores 1st NHL goal

VIDEO: Surrey's Justin Sourdif scores 1st NHL goal

Solo rush gave Florida Panthers rookie the goal against Nashville Predators
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B.C. boxer picked to fight in Saudi Arabia at first World Cup

B.C. boxer picked to fight in Saudi Arabia at first World Cup

Born and raised in Surrey, Eric Basran turned pro in 2022
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Surrey's Just Cakes baker takes on Spring Baking Championship

Surrey's Just Cakes baker takes on Spring Baking Championship

Raveena Oberoi on Food Network's series starting March 10
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Nathaniel Rateliff graduates to arena-concert headliner in Vancouver

Nathaniel Rateliff graduates to arena-concert headliner in Vancouver

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It's now or never for lifelong 'Elvis,' busy with B.C. concert tours

It's now or never for lifelong 'Elvis,' busy with B.C. concert tours

Pete Paquette has dressed like 'The King' since he was a kid
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