New ZealandCampbell Live post rilesA comment made by National MP for Clutha-Southland Todd Barclay on his Facebook page regarding Campbell Live has left people seething.10 Apr 03:15 AM
EntertainmentDecline in ratings 'not sustainable'The only way Campbell Live can be saved is by people watching the show, says commentator.10 Apr 12:03 AM
Media and marketingTV3 bosses say Campbell Live could face the chopJohn Campbell has a message for his fans following news his programme may be on the chopping block: 'Please watch tonight.'09 Apr 06:03 AM
BDBDBusiness'TVNZ blondes' criticised by CollinsTelevision New Zealand expects to resume dividend payments to the Government in 2016, but MP Judith Collins has hit out at its ill-fated 'TVNZ blondes' promotion.12 Mar 03:20 AM
BDBDTelecommunicationsKordia back in black as it shakes up OzKordia Group, the broadcasting and telecommunications network operator, returned to a profit in the first half on an improved performance at its Australian business.04 Mar 04:00 PM
EntertainmentHugh Sundae new General Manager of bFMHugh Sundae has been appointed as the new General Manager of the alternative radio station bFM.26 Feb 09:00 PM
Media and marketingManager of bFM stands downManu Taylor has stepped down as station manager at the alternative radio station bFM.14 Jan 04:33 AM
World'Scandal there are not more women over 50' in television newsroomsTelevision newsrooms are "created by men, largely for men", a senior female BBC editor said yesterday, as some of the most prominent women in broadcasting lined up to condemn sexism and ageism in the industry.04 Nov 04:30 PM
EntertainmentNo further penalty over 'heifer' commentA broadcaster took sufficient action after radio host Rachel Smalley was heard describing some woman as "heifers" and a "bunch of lardos", the BSA has found.15 Sep 08:20 AM
KahuHopes for 'apopo' in weather forecastThe Maori Language Commission says that it has approached TVNZ, TV3 and the MetService about using the Maori word for "tomorrow" in future weather broadcasts.25 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandUnmangling te reoTen years ago, Pita Sharples - now Minister of Maori Affairs - said he wanted to see an end to mangled te reo words used in Parliament and in mainstream media broadcasts.20 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Taurima inquiry puts journalist objectivity in spotlightThe Taurima Inquiry has opened the door to questions about other journalists and whether their outside roles affect their independence.13 May 05:10 AM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Taurima inquiry fails to take TVNZ to taskThe Taurima Inquiry has failed to take Television New Zealand to task for its biggest failing yet as a news operation with an oversight of politics, writes John Drinnan.12 May 06:19 AM
New ZealandNo political bias at TVNZ - reportShane Taurima was guilty of using TVNZ’s resources for political purposes, but there was no bias in programming, a review has found.12 May 03:11 AM
OpinionJohn DrinnanJohn Drinnan: Taurima inquiry due todaySources expect that if Shane Taurima emerges badly from the bias inquiry, Julian Wilcox will put his name forward as a Labour party candidate.12 May 12:45 AM
WorldClarkson on final warningJeremy Clarkson has said he will be sacked by the BBC if he makes another offensive remark.03 May 09:31 PM
WorldTV host's future at BBC in doubtJeremy Clarkson's future with the BBC is up in the air after he was forced into apologising for saying what sounded like a racist word in a TV out-take.03 May 03:01 AM
Media and marketingRadio survey: Big fish nibble minnowsCommercial radio networks have emerged from the latest radio ratings survey without any major upheaval for its DJs.11 Apr 01:50 AM
New ZealandSmalley makes tearful on-air apologyNewstalk ZB journalist Rachel Smalley has today issued a tearful apology after calling New Zealand women "heifers" and "lardos" while thinking her microphone was off yesterday.02 Apr 07:42 PM
Media and marketingThings you didn't know about Murdoch'I'm Rupert Murdoch, the billionaire tyrant, and this is my skybox'. The business and media magnate turns 83 today.11 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandTVNZ considers tougher new rulesTVNZ is eyeing tougher new conflict of interest rules for employees following the resignation of broadcaster Shane Taurima, an inquiry into the case has heard.06 Mar 03:14 AM
LifestyleHigh-profile Kiwis turn 50Fifty years ago Beatlemania reigned supreme, Auckland's population hit 500,000, and four doyens of New Zealand broadcasting were born.15 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDBusinessAussies buy a slice of NZ reality TVAustralia's Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder has got a toe-hold on New Zealand's reality TV, buying Greenstone TV for an undisclosed sum.15 Nov 03:46 AM
EntertainmentBig bucks at TVNZNearly a quarter of TVNZ's staff were paid six-figure salaries last year. A spokesperson said TVNZ made "no apology" for paying staff well.02 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandInternet broadcaster eyes NZ rugbyThe internet-based broadcaster that snatched English Premier League football away from Sky is now eyeing up the All Blacks and Super 15 rugby.15 Aug 05:30 PM
EntertainmentBreakfast interruption angers TVNZTVNZ's morning show Breakfast was forced off air after a contractor doing burnouts in the company's underground carpark set off a fire alarm.15 Jun 05:30 PM
