Tēnā: Tirohia, Whakarongo - Watch & Listen
The best and latest NZ On Air funded content, from drama, to music, to documentaries.
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Licence to Drive S2
Returning for a second season, a new group of Kiwi drivers with disabilities challenge themselves to get behind the wheel, while some returning favourites take on the next step.
GRACE: A Prayer For Peace
Looking at the work of artist Dame Robin White. From a quickly observed rough sketch to an exhibited final painting - this is an intimate observation of the creative process.
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Happiness S2
After making a return to his hometown last season, ex-Broadway director Charlie and his former bestie Jacqui become theatrical archenemies, igniting a glittering musical showdown at Pizazz Theatre.
BEYOND THE BEAT S2
A series that brings artists from different musical worlds together has returned, giving Aotearoa an intimate look at the creativity, collaboration, and stories behind the music.
Drama
View allDead Ahead 2
After accidentally unleashing her chaotic tūpuna last season, Māori lawyer Miriama and the Wharekoa whānau are back for more in Season 2. Episodes released on TVNZ+ every Tuesday.
A Remarkable Place To Die S2
Queenstown crime series A Remarkable Place To Die is back for a second season with new cases and old echoes from her past for Detective Anais Mallory.
Ngā Aho Shorts: Wait, Wait, Now!
When best friends are left at home for the night, they do what all teenage boys do: raid Mum’s wardrobe, play dress-ups, and create a fantasy world where they feel …
Ms. X
A suburban mum and her high school friend plot to frighten her unfaithful husband straight, but their scheme spirals into murder, trapping her between law enforcement, drug lords, and ruthless …
Comedy
View allPā Life 2
Pā Life is back, following returning favourites Pai, Daz, Mihi and Toots as they navigate the laughs, challenges and realities of modern Māori life. Episodes dropping weekly on YouTube.
Inky Pinky Ponky 2
Lisa, Mose and the St V’s crew are back five years later, bringing old secrets, new desires and plenty of unfinished business to the surface. Watch now on YouTube.
Happiness S2
After making a return to his hometown last season, ex-Broadway director Charlie and his former bestie Jacqui become theatrical archenemies, igniting a glittering musical showdown at Pizazz Theatre.
Good Bones
Murder mystery drama-comedy Good Bones stars Josh Thomson as incurable procrastinator Sal who impulse buys a murder house.
Documentary
View allLicence to Drive S2
Returning for a second season, a new group of Kiwi drivers with disabilities challenge themselves to get behind the wheel, while some returning favourites take on the next step.
Bling, Hype and Heartbreak
Presenter Raniera Rewiri investigates Kiwis getting caught up an NFT movement which saw them lose everything. After its collapse, Rewiri retraces the frenzy and confronts the shame and personal costs.
Lessons on Living
Inspired by the late Nigel Latta’s final book, Lessons on Living sees John Aiken explore Nigel's core principles and how they can help us cope with life's challenges.
Sleep
Chronic insomniac Al Brown explores the science of sleep and reveals the profound impact of lack of sleep on our physical and mental health.
Factual
View allGRACE: A Prayer For Peace
Looking at the work of artist Dame Robin White. From a quickly observed rough sketch to an exhibited final painting - this is an intimate observation of the creative process.
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Eat Well For Less S6
Eat Well For Less is back helping Kiwis trade in bad food habits and expensive branded products for cheaper, smarter, and healthier options.
Meet The Preppers
Meet the everyday Kiwis getting ready for the end of the world as this Documentary NZ episode explores the mindset, motivations and DIY bunkers of NZ’s quiet prepping revolution.
Coastal Wonders
Join Tom Webster (Grand Designs NZ) and travel the South Pacific, visiting extraordinary coastal homes to explore how the places we live can shape our wellbeing and happiness.
Music
View allBEYOND THE BEAT S2
A series that brings artists from different musical worlds together has returned, giving Aotearoa an intimate look at the creativity, collaboration, and stories behind the music.
Troy Kingi - Golden Gun
Troy Kingi’s award-winning 10|10|10 project features theme songs for 12 imaginary James Bond films. The first single Golden Gun is out now, with its music video also available on YouTube.
Awning - Little Green Book
Awning is a five-piece alternative rock band from Tāmaki Makaurau, celebrating their international label signing to Winspear with new single ‘Little Green Book’.
Jordyn With A Why – where you water
where you water is a soulful entrance into the world of Jordyn with a Why’s upcoming EP, a reminder that love grows where you water.
Games
View allKupu
Expand your Te Reo Māori vocab with the word game Kupu by independent game studio Arctic Arcade. Ad free and free to play.
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Events
View allMatariki Herenga Waka 2026
Join us for the Hautapu Ceremony and Matariki Address live from Takaparawhau in Tāmaki Makaurau. Hosted by Stacey Morrison, Mātai Smith and Te Aorere Pewhairangi.
2026 Aotearoa Music Awards
Grounded in 60 years of history, AMA has evolved to reflect our unique cultural identity. It has launched music careers, told artists’ stories and created memorable moments.
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Journalism
View allCase by Case
Every case tells a story. But understanding what happens in court, a tribunal or disciplinary hearing, and why.
The Hui
Julian Wilcox presents a compelling mix of current affairs investigations, human interest and arts and culture stories.
Tagata Pasifika
Tagata Pasifika is TVNZ's flagship Pacific news show, telling the stories of Pacific Islanders and its community.
Q + A with Jack Tame
Q+A is a New Zealand current event and political talk show. Join the Q+A team to find the answers to the questions that matter.
Aotearoa Discover
View allAotearoa Discover on Spotify
Listen on Spotify, the newest playlist curated by music tastemaker Charlotte Ryan featuring 100% New Zealand music.
Aotearoa Discover on Apple Music
Listen on Apple Music, the newest playlist curated by music tastemaker Charlotte Ryan featuring 100% New Zealand music.
Aotearoa Discover on Amazon Music
Listen on Amazon Music, the newest playlist curated by music tastemaker Charlotte Ryan featuring 100% New Zealand music.
Our Stories, Our Voices For 30 Years
View allShortland Street
‘Shorty Street’ has grown to become a commercial success as well as a training ground for actors, writers and crew. Generations have grown up watching relatable NZ storylines and characters.
Suddenly Strange
A beautiful song by one of our most loved artists Bic Runga. Suddenly Strange was released in 1997 at a time when NZ music was finding its unique voice.
Tagata Pasifika
At a time when Pasifika people were rarely seen on screen, Tagata Pasifika was a bastion of Pacific stories, made by Pacific people for Pacific people.
Play It Strange
A powerful collision of screen and music, this early 2000s documentary series shared the stories of young musicians (many who went on to success) as they honed their songwriting craft.