Community Broadcasting
Apply For Funding
You should discuss your idea with the Community Broadcasting Manager before applying for funding.
DSO Assistance: Regional television broadcasters can apply for up
to $70,000 to help them switch from analogue to digital
transmission.
Regional Television Programmes
Applications for programme funding are considered annually at the August Board meeting. Contact the Community Broadcasting Manager for more information.
Regional Television Funding Criteria
Regional Television Programme application form (PDF 1 MB)
Regional Television DSO Assistance Criteria (PDF 81.5 KB)
Regional Television DSO Assistance application form (350 KB)
Access and Pacific Radio Stations
Existing funded stations should check that detailed applications including performance information is supplied.
For new station applicants the funding process can be complex and we may not have sufficient funds available. Please contact the Community Broadcasting Manager, keith@nzonair.govt.nz, before preparing an application. Applications for funding are considered annually at the June Board meeting.
Find out more information in our Access Radio Handbook. It details everything you need to know about running an access station.
Radio
Diversity: A Handbook for Access Radio (PDF 920
KB)
