Farewell from Steven on Media
Steven on Media will no longer be actively maintained. Posts will remain available for historical purposes. This is due to full-time work commitments, which take up most of my time now - leaving no time for me to write content for this blog.
Thanks to everyone who supported the blog and its content - it is very much appreciated! Catch ya around some time.
For your media fix, you could check out Throng.co.nz or dannews.co.nz.
So, what’s all this then?
You've stumbled upon the blog of Steven McTainsh, a media enthusiast and web/software developer currently living in Wellington, New Zealand. The blog covers topics from television to film, with sprinkles of personal opinion thrown in.
So stick around and take a look! If you like the site, check out the official page on Facebook, or follow me on Twitter.
TVNZ Heartland
TVNZ Heartland is a digital channel available exclusively to Sky subscribers, that aims to broadcast a large proportion of local content.
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2011: The year that was in media
Posted on December 29, 2011 | 2 CommentsAs I sit here, relaxing in the beautiful Bay of Plenty with an ice cold beverage in my hand, it’s time to get all nostalgic with a look back at... -
TVNZ Heartland reveals new look at start of September
Posted on September 8, 2011 | No CommentsAs I’m not a Sky subscriber, I only just found out about this now – TVNZ Heartland have revealed a brand new schedule and on-air look. Check out the new... -
The dilemma facing ‘non-24-hour’ channels
Posted on April 3, 2011 | No CommentsWhen TV first started out in New Zealand, it was a common occurrence to hear of a channel closing down, and hence not operating for 24 hours. This was understandable,... -
Classic Shortland Street returning soon: but only for Sky viewers
Posted on March 13, 2011 | 7 CommentsThanks for the TVNZ U Facebook page, and a curious viewer, we have confirmation that Shortland Street: From The Beginning will return to the airwaves, but on TVNZ Heartland –... -
2010: The year that was in Media
Posted on December 30, 2010 | No CommentsWhat a year it has been! 2010 has been an exciting year for media – in particular, the ever changing landscape of television. Social media takes centre stage Media outlets... -
TVNZ6 to be replaced, TVNZ7 to be expanded
Posted on December 22, 2010 | 1 CommentThe latest news from TVNZ HQ is that TVNZ6 is to be discontinued in March 2011, to be replaced by a new youth oriented channel, that appears to have aspirations...