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This waiata welcomed viewers to Koha, the first regular television programme made by Māori.
We welcome you to NZ On Air using these kupu (words), to pay homage to those who paved the way in broadcasting, helping us to reflect and develop New Zealand identity and culture. Waiata composed by Selywn Muru. Used with the permission of Te Reo Tataki (TVNZ).
Ā tātou kōrero, ō tātou reo - Our stories, our voices
E whakangaotia ana e Irirangi te Motu ngā arapāho tūmatanui hai whakaatu, hai whakawhanake hoki i te tuakiritanga me te ahurei o Aotearoa.
NZ On Air invests in public media content to reflect and develop New Zealand identity and culture.
Kaylee Bell has recently surpassed 100 million catalogue streams on Spotify alone, while her funded 2024 album 'Night Like This' has held a spot on the NZ Top 20 album chart for 50 weeks.
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Discover what NZ On Air funds, how to apply, and many useful resources for creators.
Funding to create audio/visual Scripted and Non-fiction content to engage audiences. Three funding rounds a year.
Funding to develop, record and promote single songs and multi-song projects.
Supporting local game development studios through a rebate on expenditure.
Closed funding for targeted platforms and services to create and deliver audio/visual public media content.
All funding deadlines. Make sure you have read the relevant round information or eligibility criteria before you apply
| Project | Applications Open | Applications Close | Decisions Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| NewTracks Kids | Tue 15 April, 2025 | Fri 2 May, 2025 4:00 p.m. | |
| Round Tahi - Scripted & Non-fiction | Thu 1 May, 2025 9:00 a.m. | Thu 22 May, 2025 4:00 p.m. | Fri 1 August, 2025 |
| GDSR 2025 - Game development | Tue 1 April, 2025 9:00 a.m. | Fri 9 May, 2025 | Mon 30 June, 2025 |
| New Music Project | Thu 1 May, 2025 9:00 a.m. | Thu 22 May, 2025 4:00 p.m. | Tue 8 July, 2025 |
Funded content can be found across local and international platforms. Our curated page helps you find local stories and songs to enjoy.
Rei - 1 May 2024
Toitū is the latest single from Rei's upcoming album, Moisturise & Decolonise. With Baile Funk vibes, drill influences, bilingual reo raps and haka chants.
Kairākau S4: The Rise of Tūwhakairiora - 19 Sep 2024
Te Ataakura must run for her life, leaving behind all she's known to give birth to her only hope, a son to seek utu, a son called Tūwhakairiora.
Spinal Destination - 29 Mar 2024
A new dark comedy series that explores the ups, downs, tears and tantrums, joys and losses of living with a disability.
Country Calendar - 1 Mar 2024
In the latest season of Country Calendar, the fourth generation of an Indian immigrant family works hard on their Waikato sheep, beef and dairy farm.
NZ On Air and NZ Film Commission on media reform consultation - 12 Feb 2025
Media Releases NZ On Air and the NZ Film Commission (NZFC) acknowledge the importance of ensuring public funding
Engaging content for younger audiences on platforms they use - 11 Apr 2025
Media Releases New Zealand's young audiences will be catered to with a range of new content served on multiple platforms.
Stories past and present take centre stage in latest funding round - 14 Apr 2025
Media Releases Projects highlighting contemporary issues and Māori stories, past and present, among Non-fiction projects funded
NZ On Air greenlights Scripted comedies and fan-favourite crime drama - 14 Apr 2025
Media Releases A selection of big-name comedian-led Scripted comedies and a returning popular crime series get the go-ahead
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