As you may know, significant changes are underway in the media landscape, with the New Zealand Government’s Media Reform - Modernising Regulation and Content Funding Arrangements proposal now open for consultation.

We’ve attached the Media Reform discussion document, which outlines five draft proposals designed to create modern media legislation for New Zealand’s media and content production sector.

This is an opportunity for our industry to actively shape the future of media regulation and content funding in New Zealand. The proposed reforms aim to modernise the regulatory framework to better support both traditional and digital media platforms, while also ensuring greater content diversity and more robust support for local productions. These changes could have a lasting impact on how our industry is supported, funded, and regulated in the years ahead.

What's in it for you?

This reform could directly influence how our screen industry operates, from funding for local content to how media regulation affects both traditional broadcasters and digital platforms. This is your chance to voice your thoughts, concerns, and ideas for improvement.

How can you get involved?

Submissions are now open, and we encourage everyone in our community to make their voices heard. Whether you’re a producer, director, technician, or any other industry professional, your feedback is vital in ensuring that the needs of our community are addressed.

Key Details:

Deadline for submissions: Sunday 23rd March

How to submit: Visit here to submit your feedback; or visit the website to download a word version and email your feedback to: mediaandscreen@mch.govt.nz.

The more diverse and comprehensive our feedback, the stronger our position will be in advocating for changes that benefit us all.

We encourage you to take the time to read through the proposed reforms and submit your thoughts. Let's make sure our voices are heard, and we secure the best possible future for our industry.