Unique New Zealand The Dead Lands Launches
A ground-breaking New Zealand television series launches today, Thursday 23 January 2020 to what is being described as one of the largest ever international audiences for a New Zealand television1pr…
Two new appointments to New Zealand Film Commission’s Board
Pania Gray and David Wright have been appointed to the New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) board Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage advised today. Of Ngāpuhi descent, Pania Gray runs…
Government enables early access to 5G spectrum
The Government has given the go ahead to enable further development of 5G networks by making appropriate spectrum available. The Broadcasting, Communications and Digital Media Minister, Kris1Faafo…
Bellbird Wins at Macao International Film Festival
Hamish Bennett, writer and director of New Zealand feature film, Bellbird, was the recipient of the Best Screenplay award at the Macao International Film Festival, last night. Currently in1theatri…
Newer storytellers lead the dramatic line-up for 2020
Three engrossing new series from talented newer storytellers are set to capture Aotearoa’s attention in 2020, after winning funding in NZ On Air’s final round of 2019. Two millennial sisters w…
BSA cautions broadcasters to avoid casual racism in sports broadcasting
The Broadcasting Standards Authority (BSA) has cautioned broadcasters to avoid language in sports broadcasting that amounts to casual racism. The BSA considered a complaint about a sports1programm…