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GDSR Update - 16 December 2025

Newsletters
A final round-up as 2025 draws to a close and some key dates for GDSR 2026.

Lights, camera, impact. The role of screen production in shaping New Zealand's economy and culture

Research
Comprehensive research that analyses the role of screen production in shaping New Zealand’s economy and culture.

Shorts Newsletter - 11 December 2025

Newsletters
Research on the role of screen production in shaping NZ's economy and culture; latest music diversity report; and a reminder of our holidays hours.

Music Diversity Report 2025

Research
The NZ On Air Music Diversity report monitors ethnic, gender, genre and regional representation within funding applicants and recipients.

Shorts Newsletter - 3 December 2025

Newsletters
Round Toru Information for Applicants now available; a webinar for applicants; and some Xmas dates for your calendar.

Karere | Newsletter - 25 November 2025

Newsletters
Our second funding round of the 25/26 financial year has concluded. Read all the news from the latest round.

NZ On Air extends funding for two key initiatives with $1.6m boost for journalism

Media Releases
NZ On Air extends funding for two vital journalism initiatives that are reporting on public institutions, thanks to additional funding from Government in Budget 2025.

Local screen content celebrated at new NZ Screen Awards

Media Releases
NZ On Air joins in tonight’s celebration of local content at new NZ Screen Awards

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.

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.

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