New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Get a free driver's license in TaumarunuiAlmost 100 young people will get free restricted licences in Taumarunui, getting them off the street and into employment. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch21 Dec 07:52 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Manawatu town embraces own currencyThe town of Ashhurst, northeast of Palmerston North, is using its own currency as a way of stimulating discussion about the local economy. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch20 Dec 03:18 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Giant Moa stops Waitomo trafficA new mascot for Waitomo has been unveiled. Sam the Moa sits on the side of State Highway 37 in Hangatiki. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch15 Dec 04:21 AM
BDBDMedia and marketingFairfax, NZME downplay journalist redundancies in merger defenceRedundancies are an economic reality facing both businesses, the companies told the Commerce Commission.12 Dec 07:48 PM
Media and marketingNZME appoints Michael Moran new CFOMichael Moran has held the position in the interim since June.11 Dec 09:22 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Santa run supports KidscanAround 100 athletic Whanganui Santas have staged a fun run in support of charity Kidscan. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Watch07 Dec 08:50 PM
Media and marketingMedia merger: Facebook citedNew Zealand's media landscape is "massively changing", the Commerce Commission's public conference into the proposed merger of NZME and Fairfax has heard.05 Dec 09:34 PM
EducationWatch NZH Local Focus: Whanganui Tough Kids competeThis year's annual Tough Kids competition was the biggest yet, attracting schools from around the region. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch02 Dec 07:48 PM
EnvironmentWatch NZH Local Focus: Trubridge makes water protestHavelock North artist David Trubridge is appalled at council for urging residents to conserve water while permitting commercial bottling and export of local water supplies. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch30 Nov 09:57 PM
Media and marketingNew submissions in NZME-Fairfax mergerThe Commerce Commission has received a raft of new submissions on its preliminary decision to reject the merger between NZME and Fairfax.29 Nov 02:53 AM
Media and marketingComCom 'gone beyond remit' on mergerMedia plurality would suffer if the status quo were to remain, NZME and Fairfax said in a submission to the Commerce Commission.29 Nov 12:25 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Future of fishing hangs in the balanceThe Ministry for Primary Industries is touring the country holding public consultation meetings, seeking feedback about its 'Future of our Fisheries' programme.Watch27 Nov 11:23 PM
Media and marketingNZME, Fairfax respond to merger draft determinationThe media companies have filed a submission in response to the Commerce Commission's draft determination to decline them merging operations.27 Nov 09:09 PM
BDBDMedia and marketingMedia concentrated in NZ: report to ComComTwo media diversity specialists have been commissioned to produce a paper on the concentration of news in New Zealand.27 Nov 07:27 PM
EnvironmentWatch NZH Local Focus: Rotorua Scientists make fuel out of sawdustScientists at the Scion Research Institute in Rotorua have developed a way to use sawdust to produce biofuel for the transportation sector. Made with funding from NZ On AirWatch22 Nov 09:03 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Strange launches Hamilton East campaign for change.Music teacher Jamie Strange has launched his campaign to win Hamilton East from sitting National MP David Bennett at next year's general election. Made with funding from NZ On AirWatch19 Nov 04:55 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Super Moon King Tides batter Firth of ThamesOfficials are urging residents around the Firth of Thames to take photos of King Tides to help them chart the impact of possible sea level rises. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Watch15 Nov 07:30 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whakatane tourism boomingTourism is booming in Whakatane. Latest statistics show travellers to the region injected 115 million dollars into the local economy last year. That's an increase of 20 percent over the last three years. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch14 Nov 11:00 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Hastings wildflower display delightsThe biennial Wildflower Sculpture Exhibition in Hastings is back for a fifth year. Since it started the event has raised more than $150,000 for Cranford Hospice. Made with assistance from NZ On Air. Watch11 Nov 09:35 PM
EntertainmentRadio survey: Henry can't touch HoskingPaul Henry's radio ratings have flat lined, with the broadcaster gaining just 900 new listeners and remaining firmly behind Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking Breakfast.10 Nov 10:00 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Waikato farmers react to Trump's electionWaikato farmers say if Donald Trump scuttles the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement it will be a setback. But, they believe any US withdrawal from free trade may ultimately open up opportunities for Kiwi exporters. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch10 Nov 08:10 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Te Aroha celebrates powerTe Aroha Museum is celebrating 110 years of electricity in the region with an exhibition that will trigger powerful memories for older people. Among the items on display, vintage vacuum cleaners and heaters. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch09 Nov 10:16 PM
Media and marketingSilver lining of NZME/Fairfax decisionCOMMENT: The Commerce Commission indicating that it may decline the NZME and Fairfax merger is hardly what the leaders of either company would have wanted.08 Nov 12:24 AM
Media and marketingNZME shares drop 24.2 pcThe decline comes after the Commerce Commission released a preliminary decision against the planned merger between NZME and Fairfax NZ.07 Nov 09:36 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Opotiki Artist bridges culturesOpotiki Artist Jamie Boynton has unveiled his latest work, at Waiotahe Valley School centenary celebrations. The artwork reflects Mr Boynton's personal to uncover his identity, a mix of Maori and Pakeha heritage. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch07 Nov 09:28 PM
Media and marketingComCom merger decision 'short-sighted'The Commerce Commission draft decision rejecting a proposed NZME/Fairfax merger is "short-sighted", a media commentator says.07 Nov 07:31 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Fresh calls to rename Poverty BayGisborne Mayor Meng Foon has reignited the debate around the use of the name Poverty Bay, suggesting the Maori name Turanganui-a-Kiwa should be added. But some locals say that doesn't go far enough. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch07 Nov 04:19 AM
Business ReportsNZME welcomes return of Deloitte Top 200Top companies and business leaders are gearing up for the annual Deloitte Top 200 Business Awards.19 Oct 07:08 PM
BDBDMedia and marketingMerged Fairfax/NZME should have to sell a website, says MediaWorksMediaWorks says a merged Fairfax/NZME news operation should have to sell one or other of the New Zealand Herald or Stuff websites.07 Oct 12:40 AM
Media and marketingHerald print readership, digital audience riseThe Herald newspaper's readership is up 3.1 per cent and nzherald.co.nz has seen a 25 per cent audience lift year on year.06 Oct 05:49 PM
Media and marketingOIO consent granted for NZME-Fairfax mergerThe Overseas Investment Office has granted consent to the proposed merger of media companies NZME and Fairfax NZ.22 Sep 01:19 AM
BDBDMedia and marketingFairfax NZ valued at $122.2m in mergerFairfax and NZME are seeking Commerce Commission authorisation to merge operations in New Zealand.09 Sep 04:06 AM
Media and marketingNZME-Fairfax merger details revealedMedia companies NZME and Fairfax NZ have released further details of their proposed merger to the NZX this morning.06 Sep 09:50 PM
New ZealandHerald in frame at top photo awardsHerald photographers Michael Craig and Doug Sherring have been named as finalists at the prestigious NZ Geographic Photographer of the Year awards.02 Sep 05:00 PM
