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

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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

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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

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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.

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

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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.

NZ On Air secures another year of audience favourites and exciting new content

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NZ On Air secures another year of audience favourites and exciting new content

Modern reboot of a children’s classic and return of popular series latest to receive NZ On Air funding

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Modern reboot of a children’s classic and return of popular series latest to receive NZ On Air funding

New comedy sci-fi series from the makers of BAFTA-nominated hit among latest NZ On Air funded slate

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New comedy sci-fi series from the makers of BAFTA-nominated hit among latest NZ On Air funded slate

NZ On Air announces new touring support for local musicians

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NZ On Air, with support from the NZ Music Commission, is proud to announce a new initiative to aid Aotearoa’s music scene: the New Music Project Touring fund.

NZ On Air announces second-year GDSR recipients — showing improved economic value and job creation

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Forty game development studios across Aotearoa New Zealand will receive a share of $22.44m in the second year of the Game Development Sector Rebate (GDSR)

NZ On Air congratulates the winners of the 2025 Aotearoa Music Awards

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NZ On Air proudly congratulates all the winners and finalists of the 2025 Aotearoa Music Awards (AMA)

New funding for journalism welcomed

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NZ On Air welcomes an increase in funding to be directed into support for local journalism

Aotearoa Discover with Charlotte Ryan

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Music tastemaker Charlotte Ryan has curated an Aotearoa local music playlist with NZ On Air to coincide with the 25th anniversary of NZ Music Month.

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