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Our latest media releases, research releases, industry newsletters and jobs.

NZ On Air announces 20 artists in first round of pilot touring fund

Media Releases
The very first recipients of NZ On Air’s New Music Project Touring (NMPT) pilot fund have been announced – with the added good news the fund will return in 2026.

Audience data

Research
We publish the 10 highest rating funded television programmes and headline streaming data for funded screen content.

Funding Decisions New Music Single - November 2025

Latest Funding Round
We are pleased to announce the results of our November New Music Single funding round.

Shorts Newsletter - 13 November 2025

Newsletters
KIDOGO and KIDOGO Junior channels launched; MMIC review; and key dates for your calendar.

Māori and NZ On Air Music Funding review

Research
Ka Korokī Ka Maranga | Māori Music Industry Collective (MMIC) review of Māori artists working within the Aotearoa music industry and their experiences with NZ On Air music funding.

Where Are The Audiences - Children's Media Use Report 2025

Research
Where Are The Audiences – Children’s Media Use 2025 delves into how tamariki navigate an increasingly digital media world and connect with local stories.

Research highlights need for a new approach to serving children local media

Media Releases
Comprehensive research into the ways children in New Zealand access media and the content they consume highlights a growing need to meet them on the platforms they use.

Shorts Newsletter - 23 October 2025

Newsletters
Our new web feature, Our Year in Review 2024-25, is now live! This is a place where you can explore the data and the stories behind another successful year of …

Public Awareness and Attitudes survey 2025

Research
Each year we survey the public to understand perceptions and awareness of NZ On Air's work

Shorts Newsletter - 13 August 2025

Newsletters
Round Rua Information for Applicants now available plus NZ On Air - Te Māngai Pāho Reo Māori Content Co-Fund.

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