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Wheldon's departure throws TV future into sharp relief
Digital Entertainment

Wheldon's departure throws TV future into sharp relief

While there's little doubt that Wheldon's legacy to NZ TV for the foreseeable future will continue, little is said about the digital onslaught.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Thu, 5th May 2016
Pacific Islands to access more NZ TV and Sport, for free
Digital Entertainment

Pacific Islands to access more NZ TV and Sport, for free

The Government has launched a new broadcasting initiative that will see several Pacific Islands have access to more NZ TV content and sports coverage.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Sep 2015
Dunne Speaks - the demise of John Campbell
Social Media

Dunne Speaks - the demise of John Campbell

Campbell's demise demonstrates the turmoil of traditional media as it seeks to compete with the explosion of outlets and the tsunami of social media.

By Peter Dunne • 3 min read • Wed, 27th May 2015
Are TV networks out of step with tech?
Digital Entertainment

Are TV networks out of step with tech?

Ignoring such a public outcry could be seen as a balsy move, or it could highlight just how out of touch with tech mediaworks execs are.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2015
Shots continue in global mode fracas
Lightbox

Shots continue in global mode fracas

Global Mode developer BNSL is calling for a declaratory judgement in the global mode fracas, but says it will defend any action.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2015
Consumer: Global mode action 'protectionism' and 'huge blow for consumers'
Lightbox

Consumer: Global mode action 'protectionism' and 'huge blow for consumers'

Consumer NZ slams proposed action to block global mode, calling it a huge blow to consumers and protectionism of old content distribution models.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Apr 2015
One down... First ISP bows to geo-block pressure
Lightbox

One down... First ISP bows to geo-block pressure

Unlimited Internet has become the first New Zealand ISP to bow to pressure from broadcasters over ISPs providing access to geo-blocked content.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Apr 2015
Kiwi streaming companies VS the world
Lightbox

Kiwi streaming companies VS the world

In response to what they believe is a breach of copyright, Lightbox, MediaWorks, SKY and TVNZ intend to take action against ISPs promoting Global Mode.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Apr 2015
Freeview shakes it up with FreeviewPlus
Gaming

Freeview shakes it up with FreeviewPlus

FreeviewPlus will marry broadcast television with on-demand content allowing viewers to watch catch-up and premiere shows on their TV.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2015
Mediaworks returns to profit as radio boosts income
Initial Public Offering

Mediaworks returns to profit as radio boosts income

Mediaworks Investments, the free-to-air broadcaster, has returned to profitability in its first 10 months under a new capital structure.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Feb 2015
MediaWorks to produce Prime News as part of new SKY and Prime partnership
Gaming

MediaWorks to produce Prime News as part of new SKY and Prime partnership

SKY TV partners with MediaWorks to produce Prime News - First at 5.30, drawing on over 200 staff members nationwide and foreign correspondents.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2015
TV giants question Slingshot's interpretation of the law...
Unified Communications

TV giants question Slingshot's interpretation of the law...

TV giants clash with Slingshot over legal interpretations amid a heated debate on geo-blocking and content importation laws.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014
Opinion: Broadcasters, it's over to you…
Unified Communications

Opinion: Broadcasters, it's over to you…

Broadcasters face a call to evolve and champion local content over international imports, as audiences favour access over restriction.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2014

Global Stories

Mediaworks stories

Free TV, but not for long
Unified Communications

Free TV, but not for long

Telecom is extending its free mobile TV offering for two months to enable an influx of new customers to sample the offering.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 2nd Dec 2009

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Mediaworks stories

Plerion becomes only Australian software firm with AWS Security Competency status
Hyperscale

Plerion becomes only Australian software firm with AWS Security Competency status

Australian cybersecurity firm Plerion secures exclusive AWS Security Competency status, affirming its cloud security prowess.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2023