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TVNZ
TVNZ is a government-owned broadcaster, operating channels TV One and TV 2, along with TVNZ U, TVNZ 7 and TVNZ Heartland, and established in its current form in 1980 out of the merger of TV One and TV 2 (known as South Pacific Television).
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U.S. Renewals and Cancellations for 2012
Posted on May 15, 2012 | No CommentsIt’s that time of year again – when the networks in the States decide what’s staying and what’s being kicked out of their line-ups. And here are the current results:... -
Dear TVNZ: One + 1 is not 7
Posted on May 7, 2012 | No CommentsIt’s a phrase that’s being thrown around a lot as of the past few days – “One + 1 does not equal 7″. And it aptly describes TVNZ’s intended direction... -
‘Big Love’ series final screened tonight
Posted on March 20, 2012 | No CommentsJust caught wind of this now. Remember the series Big Love? If you’re an avid watcher, you’re probably watching the series final right now (TV One, 11pm). If not, you... -
Happy Birthday TVNZ U!
Posted on March 13, 2012 | No CommentsToday marks one year since newcomer TVNZ U launched on the Freeview and Sky platforms, replacing TVNZ 6 on March 13th, 2011. Happy Birthday TVNZ U! -
Report: Revenge on hiatus
Posted on March 8, 2012 | 2 CommentsAfter 16 episodes, reports are circling that Revenge has been placed on a four week hiatus, which makes its future uncertain. The show may fall out of favor with its current... -
Jay Ryan nabs lead role in US series
Posted on March 4, 2012 | No CommentsJay Ryan, known for his appearances in local hit Go Girls, Neighbours, Legend of the Seeker and Offspring, has landed the lead male role in new CW series, Beauty and... -
Christchurch Earthquake Memorial Coverage
Posted on February 22, 2012 | No CommentsFebruary 22nd marks one year since the devastating Christchurch Earthquake that took the lives of 185 people. In rememberance of those lives lost, the following programmes will broadcast today. TV... -
Review: Go Girls Season 4
Posted on February 14, 2012 | No CommentsTonight saw the much anticipated season return of Go Girls on TV2. Entering it’s 4th season, the series took a risky move and jumped ahead a whole year – leaving... -
Review: Revenge
Posted on February 14, 2012 | No CommentsTake your typical story of the two-sided coin – ‘forgive and forget’ versus ‘pay back’ – add some extra spice and some dark circumstances, and you’ll find the resultant concoction... -
Good Morning gets a refresh
Posted on February 13, 2012 | No CommentsA new look Good Morning returned this morning at 9:00am, with some new and old faces – including Rod Cheeseman (formerly of Sunrise), Jeanette Thomas (of Target fame), Astar and Maitai Smith.... -
TVNZ U now broadcasting Infomercials
Posted on February 12, 2012 | 2 CommentsThanks again to Josh on Facebook for noticing! TVNZ U’s downtime, which is currently 12am to 12pm, is being replaced with Infomercials, as of midnight tonight. This downtime was previously filled... -
The Shopping Channel no longer coming to NZ
Posted on February 10, 2012 | 11 CommentsCheers again to Josh on Facebook for the tip-off! TVNZ’s decision to lease the TVNZ 7 frequency, for use by a NZ version of The Shopping Channel, has officially been canned... -
Opinion – Is TVNZ trying to bring down Freeview?
Posted on February 7, 2012 | 1 CommentWhen Freeview was just in its infancy, hobbyists were scrambling for their TV tuners and expensive set-top boxes to discover the new service on offer to the public – the... -
TV2 2012 Season premiere dates announced
Posted on January 30, 2012 | No CommentsIt’s that time of year again – when the 2012 season officially kicks off. And, from Sunday 12th February, TV2′s new season does just that. Here’s an overview of the... -
Happy Endings encore screenings end 6th Feb
Posted on January 24, 2012 | No CommentsIn case you weren’t aware, encore screenings of Happy Endings have been playing on TV2 at 10:30pm on Monday nights. The final encore screening looks set to play February 6th... -
Drop Dead Diva set to return Feb 13th
Posted on January 24, 2012 | No CommentsDrop Dead Diva looks set to return for its second season, Monday February 13th at 10:30pm, on TV2. The later time slot may be reflective of a decrease in viewership... -
Go Girls set for Feb 14th return
Posted on January 24, 2012 | No CommentsGo Girls looks set to return to TV2 on February 14th, judging by the latest ratecard release from TVNZ. The series reprises its Tuesday 8:30pm timeslot. Perfect timing for Valentines... -
Desperate Housewives poised for Feb 13 return
Posted on January 24, 2012 | No CommentsThe final season of Desperate Housewives appears set for a Monday, February 13th return to TV2, at 8:30pm. TVNZ’s latest ratecard releases signal this return, which is in line with... -
Close Up gets a refresh
Posted on January 23, 2012 | 3 CommentsTVNZ’s Close Up today received a refresh to bring it into line with the refreshes received by One News and Breakfast earlier today. The update makes use of the refreshed news... -
One News gets a refresh
Posted on January 23, 2012 | 2 CommentsTVNZ’s One News today received a refresh to match that issued to Breakfast this morning at 6:00am. The following gallery features screen captures from the midday broadcast. The titles remain very... -
Breakfast gets a new look
Posted on January 23, 2012 | 15 CommentsSay hello to the all new Breakfast that launched this morning at 6:00am. The new start time comes after AMP Business was axed, in favour of an extension of duration... -
TV2 New Season kicks off in February
Posted on January 22, 2012 | No CommentsSeveral launch dates have now been announced for TV2′s New Season, including: Go Girls: No official launch date yet, but viewers are getting a tantalising insight into what happened in the year... -
The Big Bang Theory ‘Marathon’ on TV2 next month
Posted on January 18, 2012 | No CommentsIt’s about as close as Free-To-Air television comes to having marathons, but the final four episodes of The Big Bang Theory’s fourth season will screen back-to-back on Wednesday 1st February... -
One News and 3 News set refreshes on Monday
Posted on January 17, 2012 | 17 CommentsMonday is set to be a big day news-presentation-wise, as TV3′s Firstline returns on Monday with a new set, and TV One’s Breakfast and One News return with new sets... -
‘Work It’ cancelled by ABC
Posted on January 15, 2012 | No CommentsAfter a mere 2 episodes, Work It has been pulled from ABC’s schedule over in the States. The show is destined to premiere this year on TV2 and despite a 13... -
Wipeout USA moves to TV2
Posted on January 14, 2012 | 5 CommentsThat’s right, folks – TV2 will now be the home of Wipeout USA in New Zealand, taking the title from TV3. Episodes start Saturday 21st January at 6:30pm. An interesting move... -
New look for TV One
Posted on January 3, 2012 | 2 CommentsTV2 wasn’t the only one to receive an ident refresh for the new year – TV One also got one, with some minor tweaks to presentation on the channel. Thanks... -
New look for TV2
Posted on January 1, 2012 | 5 CommentsTV2 received a significant ident overhaul at midnight on Sunday January 1st, 2012. The new idents look a tad FOUR-esque and seem to lack the energy of the previous idents....