Channel Z becomes Kiwi
This Waitangi Day will see Channel Z become Kiwi – New Zealand's first 100% Kiwi music network.
According to Kiwi's Programme Director, Grant Hislop, the timing couldn't be better, with New Zealand artists enjoying unparalleled levels of success across a number of genres, and local fans shaking loose the shackles of cultural cringe and developing a greater sense of pride in the achievements of local talent.
Although Hislop cannot comment on the on air line-up at this stage, he says the proposed format will genuinely appeal to a broad 15-49 year old audience.
Kiwi's format will include dedicated genre-specific shows with plans to enlist the help of famous New Zealanders in guest spots and a concentration on musical styles to suit the personalities and knowledge bases of the chosen on-air hosts.
Kiwi will begin broadcasting at 7pm on February 6th – Waitangi Day, on three major frequencies: 93.8FM in the Auckland region, 91.7FM in Wellington and 99.3FM in Christchurch. Additionally Kiwi will also be available nationwide to SKY Digital subscribers on Sky Channel 100, and streaming online at www.kiwifm.co.nz.
