NZ On Air

04/06/2026

Your next reo Māori series could start here 👀🔥

The Reo Māori Content Co-Fund is officially open, supporting ambitious screen projects that bring te reo Māori to audiences across Aotearoa. From scripted drama and comedy to large-scale factual storytelling, we're looking for projects with big ideas, strong audiences, and te reo Māori woven throughout.

Got something you've been waiting to pitch? This might be your sign 🎬
📅 Join the online info session on 17 June - RSVP at [email protected]

🔗 More info via the link in bio

04/06/2026

🥳We congratulate the winners of the 2026 NZ Radio & Podcast Awards, announced last night at the NZ International Convention Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau.

These awards celebrate excellence across Aotearoa’s radio and podcasting sector — reflecting the quality, creativity and diversity of content reaching audiences across the motu.

For those audiences, radio and podcasts continue to play a vital part of daily life in Aotearoa, connecting communities through trusted information, entertainment and shared stories.

✨We’d also like to recognise the following winners of the NZ On Air-sponsored Best Radio Programmes and Content category. Ka rawe!:

🏆Best Content Director/Content Team - Christian Boston, Reagan White, Amy Tempero (More FM)
🏆 Best Show Producer or Producing Team (Talk Show) - Kerrie Shaw (NewstalkZB)
🏆Best Show Producer or Producing Team (Music Show) - Tiegan Lilley, Lee Weir (The Rock Drive)
🏆 Best Video (Long Form) - Feral (RNZ National)
🏆Best Video (Short Form) - Edge Breakfast: 'Hit the Spot' Bohemian Rhapsody (The Edge)
🏆Best Digital Content - RNZ: Digital and Social (RNZ)
🏆Best Access Radio Programme - WTH Are Māori Wards? (Access Radio Taranaki)
🏆 Best Children's Programme - Suzy & Friends in a POD-Cast (RNZ and Treehut)
🏆 Best Pacific Language Programme - PMN Fiji (Pacific Media Network)
🏆Best Asian Language Programme - Real Talk with Rahul (Radio Tarana)
🏆Best Documentary or Factual Talk Feature - Search & Rescue NZ (RNZ and Paul Roy)
🏆Best Daily or Weekly Feature (Factual) - Our Changing World (RNZ National)
🏆Best Music Feature - Radio Hauraki G.O.A.T (Greatest Of All Time)

02/06/2026

✨We congratulate the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours recipients across Aotearoa, recognising outstanding contributions to their communities and industries.

🎥We celebrate Dr Shuchi Kothari for her services to the screen industry — as a writer and producer and advocate for diverse voices, including her role championing Pan-Asian storytelling in Aotearoa.

🏉We acknowledge Dan Buckingham for his services to people with disabilities and wheelchair rugby. A former Wheel Black of 16 years, Dan has also played a significant role in the media sector first at Attitude Pictures and now as CE of Able, supporting accessibility across screen content.

🎬We also recognise Chloe Smith, CNZM, for services to the screen industry over a career spanning more than four decades. She has contributed to some of New Zealand’s most iconic productions, including The Piano, The Power of the Dog, and Sione’s Wedding.

These honours reflect the depth of talent, leadership and creativity that continues to shape Aotearoa’s screen and storytelling landscape. The team here at NZ On Air were truly thrilled to see this well-deserved recognition for three of our own. 💙

02/06/2026

A huge moment for Aotearoa’s games sector 👏

New Zealand’s game development industry is projected to surpass $1 billion in annual revenue, two years ahead of schedule.

NZ On Air CE Cameron Harland says this reflects the impact of the Game Development Sector Rebate (GDSR) which NZ On Air administers – supporting local studios to grow and compete globally.

“Crossing the $1b mark isn’t just a milestone – it shows what this sector can achieve with the right support behind it.”

We’re proud to be part of this journey, with final figures from the 2026 GDSR to be confirmed later this year.

30/05/2026

The Traitors NZ, tune in Sundays at 7.30pm on Three or stream on ThreeNow.

Hosted by Madeleine Sami, the hit psychological strategy game returns with more twists and betrayals. Follow the cast of 21 Kiwi players as they compete with their eyes on the rising prize money.

🔗https://www.threenow.co.nz/shows/the-traitors-nz/S4879-643

29/05/2026

29/05/2026

NZ On Air celebrates music excellence at the 2026 Aotearoa Music Awards ✨ Another outstanding year for Aotearoa music, congratulations to all the winners and nominees recognised at last night’s awards at Tāmaki Makaurau’s Civic Theatre.

The Aotearoa Music Awards continue to showcase the depth, creativity, and global reach of New Zealand music, celebrating artists across genres and generations.

This year, 70% of finalists received NZ On Air funding to create, promote, and share their music with audiences, highlighting the vital role this support plays in the success of the music sector.

We’re proud to acknowledge the following NZ On Air‑sponsored award recipients:
⭐️ Te Tino Pukaemi o te Tau | Album of the Year — Marlon Williams, Te Whare Tīwekaweka
⭐️ Te Taumata o te Ataata | Best Music Video Content — Stella Reid, Scared Old Men (Dick Move)
⭐️ Te Taumata o te Horapa | Radio Airplay Record of the Year — RIIKI REID, Over Romantic

27/05/2026

🎬Please Don't Break Anything on YouTube

Friends gather to honour Riley's memory on their birthday, reflecting on a long-standing bond. Tensions rise as unresolved questions surrounding the circumstances of Riley's death surface, challenging the group to confront their shared past and the secrets kept since that night at the cabin.
🔗https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDBktAXizxg&list=PLhecNursND0KedKQfbDwIgX98DB_f2Fnj

27/05/2026

🎬Bust Up, Tune in Wednesday's at 8:30pm on Sky Open or stream on SkyGo and Neon.

Cops Deb and Mihi - ex-partners in life - are forced to partner up again on the beat.
This lively buddy cop series features perplexing crimes, complex relationships, and a
genuinely Kiwi tone.

🔗https://www.skygo.co.nz/show/mac_sh_156132