2+ mon, 3+ week ago (112+ words) In the biggest test of the 2025 calendar, the All Blacks are set to defend the Fortress against one of their greatest sporting rivals." They're looking to defend their over three decade long unbeaten streak at Eden Park as South Africa seeks to take them down. " With so much on the line, Newstalk ZB will be bringing you all the action with live commentary from Elliott Smith, former All Black Steve Gordon, and Jason Pine." Catch the build up from 6pm before kick off at 7pm, plus, share your post-match reaction with Piney at 0800 80 10 80." Listen live from 6pm on Newstalk ZB."...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago (159+ words) SkyTV is ready to broadcast every All Blacks" game for the next 5 years, with TVNZ broadcasting all of the National Provincial Championship (NPC) matches. SkyTV is set to broadcast every All Blacks" game for the next 5 years, and TVNZ will broadcast all 93 of the National Provincial Championship (NPC) matches. Chair of NZ Rugby David Kirk told Heather duPlessis-Allan that reaching this deal has been a "long, long journey." "Both parties have worked hard, and I think we've got to a place which works for both of us.' SkyTV is set to broadcast every All Blacks" game for the next 5 years, and TVNZ will broadcast all 93 of the National Provincial Championship (NPC) matches. Chair of NZ Rugby David Kirk told Heather duPlessis-Allan that reaching this deal has been a "long, long journey." "Both parties have worked hard, and I think we've…...

3+ day, 8+ hour ago (460+ words) Newstalk ZB has finished the year as the country's leading commercial radio station, for the 17th year in a row, while The Breeze is New Zealand's top music station." Both NZME and MediaWorks will take heart from the performance of several of their stations in the latest GFK radio ratings, released today." NZME's Newstalk ZB - led by breakfast host Mike Hosking - retains its number one position, with a share of 14.8 - down 0.1 on the previous survey. MediaWorks' The Breeze retains second spot with a share of 9.5 (+0.2)." MediaWorks music stations (The Rock, More FM, Magic/Breeze Classic, Mai and The Sound) hold the next five positions, followed by NZME's Coast, The Hits and ZM rounding out the top 10." Coast - which has undergone a music review and overhaul in recent months - has had the biggest jump in national share, up 0.9 to a share of…...

6+ mon, 3+ week ago (534+ words) New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has posted a loss of $19.5 million for 2024, despite also bringing in record income. The result was announced at Thursday's AGM in Wellington and is their third consecutive ... New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has posted a loss of $19.5 million for 2024, despite also bringing in record income." The result was announced at Thursday's AGM in Wellington and is their third consecutive deficit following a $8.9m loss in 2023 and a $47m loss in 2022." The national body recorded income of $285m, in what it describes as being a "near break-even result, highlighted by growth in commercial revenue." Foreign exchange hedging on sponsorship revenue and investment into revenue growth initiatives through New Zealand Rugby Commercial (NZRC) have resulted in the net deficit." NZR chair and former All Black captain David Kirk notes that the eight-figure loss is noteworthy. However, it is also not a cash…...

11+ mon, 4+ week ago (182+ words) Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to wrap the weekend in sport " including fielding errors by the Black Caps in their eight-wicket loss to ... Follow the podcast on Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to wrap the weekend in sport " including fielding errors by the Black Caps in their eight-wicket loss to England, the Breakers signing former NBA centre Tacko Fall and Auckland FC continuing their historic run. Take your Radio, Podcasts and Music with you Get more of the radio, music and podcasts you love with the FREE iHeartRadio app. Scan the QR code to download now. Download from the app stores Stream unlimited music, thousands of radio stations and podcasts all in one app. iHeartRadio is easy to use and all FREE THE RE-WRAP: Inside Chippy's Unreality Bubble Temu launches investigation after charger sparks…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago (381+ words) Q+A host Jack Tame is TVNZ's new 6pm weekend newsreader. He and TVNZ have been in discussions about him assuming the role left vacant by Melissa Stokes, after her elevation to the weekday newsreading role. Stokes will take over from long-serving newsreader Simon Dallow in three weeks - Dallow's departure, first reported by Media Insider three weeks ago, was confirmed by TVNZ earlier this week. TVNZ presenters, from left, Jack Tame, Melissa Stokes, and Daniel Faitaua. Tame hosts TVNZ's Q+A on Sunday mornings and the state broadcaster is understood to be keen to use more of his talent - he is, arguably, the best TV interviewer in the country. And while newsreading requires a slightly different skillset, he is considered a polished presenter. Another leading contender who will likely continue to be a fill-in newsreader is Daniel Faitaua. Media Insider learned…...

8+ mon, 1+ week ago (615+ words) A boardroom battle is under way for the future of one of New Zealand's biggest media companies. Auckland-based'Canadian billionaire'Jim Grenon has emerged as one of the biggest shareholders in NZME " the owner of the'NZ Herald, Newstalk ZB, OneRoof and many music radio stations. He now owns 9.97% of the company and hopes shareholders will vote out the company's current board members and install himself'and three others at an April 29 shareholder meeting. A majority of 50% of shareholders' votes is needed to roll the current board. Media Insider and NZME editor-at-large Shayne Currie told'The Front Page that while Grenon may have seemed a mystery man initially, more details are emerging of his business background. "He is a Canadian billionaire who made his money through private equity and investing in other businesses" [he] moved here in 2012, is a Kiwi resident, and lives in Takapuna....

4+ mon, 2+ day ago (487+ words) Global pop heavyweight Ed Sheeran has added a second Auckland show to his tour of Kiwi stadiums next year. Sheeran is headed to Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch in January for the Shape of You singer's The Loop Tour. T'maki Makaurau will now host two concerts - Friday, January 16 and Saturday the 17th - at Go Media Stadium. Sheeran fans can expect to hear the four-time Grammy winner's greatest hits and unreleased tracks from his upcoming album Play, which features singles like Azizam. Sheeran is returning to Go Media Stadium for the first time since 2018 after previously performing at Eden Park for his sold-out 2023 Mathematics Tour. From Auckland, Sheeran will travel to Wellington for a midweek concert on Wednesday, January 21 at Sky Stadium, before finishing the New Zealand leg in Christchurch and heading westwards to Australia. Sheeran's Christchurch show, scheduled for Saturday, January 24 at…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago (113+ words) The road to this year's Super Rugby Pacific title runs through Christchurch as the Crusaders face off against the Chiefs." The Chiefs will be hoping to end the Crusaders' 31-game home-playoff winning streak, while the Crusaders will be aiming to claim their 15th title. " Gold Sport will be bringing you live commentary of the Grand Final, with Jason Pine on from 6pm Saturday, building up the energy before the game kicks off." Nick Bewley, John Haggart, and Craig Kerr will be taking over the mic at 7pm, bringing you all the on-field action live from Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch." LISTEN LIVE SATURDAY FROM 6PM"...

11+ mon, 2+ week ago (200+ words) Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the Black Caps getting on top of England in the dead-rubber third test in Hamilto ... Follow the podcast on Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the Black Caps getting on top of England in the dead-rubber third test in Hamilton, Auckland FC's losing their winning run after drawing 2-2 against Melbourne City, the delay on Liam Lawson's F1 future, the NRL's Papua New Guinea expansion and China, and everyone's holiday plans. Take your Radio, Podcasts and Music with you Get more of the radio, music and podcasts you love with the FREE iHeartRadio app. Scan the QR code to download now. Download from the app stores Stream unlimited music, thousands of radio stations and podcasts all in one app. iHeartRadio is easy to use and all…...