Freeview channels
With Freeview you can access New Zealand's favourite television programmes and national radio, in crystal clear digital quality for free. You'll have access to a wide range of channels (shown below) and there are likely to be more channels in the future!
Broadcasters can choose whether to broadcast their channels on satellite and/or terrestrial so the channel offering may differ between the two platforms. The current channel line up is as follows:
TV One
Freeview 1
As New Zealand's leading producer of local entertainment programmes, news and current affairs, and national television events. TV ONE is uniquely positioned to deliver the content New Zealanders value and celebrate.
Selected content broadcast in high definition on Freeview|HD®
TV2
Freeview 2
TV2 brings you the best entertainment from New Zealand and the rest of the world, with a strong line up of the world's most engaging dramas, comedy and reality programmes.
Selected content broadcast in high definition on Freeview|HD®
TV3
Freeview 3
TV3 is the one-stop shop for entertainment, broadcasting some of the most-loved international and New Zealand drama, top-rating news and current affairs and has firmly established itself as the home of local comedy.
Selected content broadcast in high definition on Freeview|HD®
C4
Freeview 4
C4 is New Zealand's leading youth channel with a broad programme mix including drama, animation, reality, movies, music and more to cater for the 15-39 year old demographic.
Maori Television
Freeview 5
Maori Television specialises in the stories of Aotearoa - most of the programmes are locally made. There is a broad range of of entertaining programmes to choose from including news, currant affairs, sports, drama, documentaries and much more. From 8pm to 11pm, all the shows are in English or subtitled so there is plenty for everyone to watch.
TVNZ 6
Freeview 6
TVNZ 6 is a wholesome, stimulating family orientated place with a strong and youthful New Zealand flavour, providing educational and informative programming that is entertaining.
TVNZ 7
Freeview 7
TVNZ is a news, current affairs and documentary channel for all New Zealanders with 30 percent news and 70 percent other factual and arts programming.
TV3 PLUS 1
Freeview 8
TV 3 PLUS 1 provides all of TV3’s content on a one-hour delayed basis so Freeview viewers have an option as to when they do their viewing.
Exclusively on Freeview
C42
Freeview 9
C42 is an alternative music television channel that caters to the more eclectic music lover.... 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Exclusively on Freeview.
PRIME
Freeview 10
Not your usual entertainment channel. Prime has standout drama, comedy, lifestyle and documentary shows of a distinctive quality from around the world and the best free-to-air sports coverage in New Zealand.
Stratos
Freeview 21
Stratos Television provides a unique schedule of the best of regional, ethnic and educational television programming from New Zealand and around the world. It also offers a full selection of the best international news services, current affairs programmes and documentaries from respected major public service broadcasters, in English and other languages.
(Only available on Freeview satellite®)
Parliament TV
Freeview 22
Parliament TV broadcasts the full unedited proceedings of Parliament. Eight remote-controlled cameras film the proceedings in the House on sitting days from question-time at 2pm through debates and the consideration of legislation until the House rises. In all, approximately 17.5 hours per week is shown live and unedited, when the House is sitting. Details of sitting times.
CUE
Freeview 23
CUE Television produces news, political, lifestyle and sports shows that reflect provincial people and events, while also offering proven expertise in high quality coverage of niche sporting and cultural activities around the country.
NOTE: (Only available on Freeview satellite®)
Te Reo
Freeview 24
Te Reo channel is a immersion experience for fluent speakers of Maori and those learning the language - there are no subtitles. The shoes product uniquely Maori entertainment and a strongly Maori world view.
Shine TV
Freeview 25
New Zealand’s very own Christian television network, catering for all ages and stages of life. Documentaries, music, teaching, movies, chat shows, and entertainment shows from New Zealand and around the world.
(Only available on Freeview satellite®)
tvCentral
Freeview 30
tvCentral connects the Waikato and the Bay of Plenty with coast to coast regional television that is local, entertaining and informative. Our schedule is made up of over 30% local content, alongside national, regional and international programming. As a 'family safe' channel we aim to cater to all age groups and genres.
(Only available on Freeview|HD® in Waikato/BOP and on Freeview|HD®)
Chinese TV 8
Freeview 28
Chinese TV 8 is a channel dedicated to local Chinese people. Its programme line-up includes popular drama series; news and current affairs from mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan; variety shows of diverse formats; documentaries with Asian emphasis, as well as a wide range of 'infotainment' It also relays daily live-feed (both visual/audio) of radio current affairs programmes (Chinese Voice AM936) with audience phone-in participation at various prime-time slots. Selected programmes available in both Mandarin and Cantonese audio.
(Only available on Freeview|HD®)
Television 33
Freeview 33
(Television 33 is only avaliable in Auckland and only avaliable on Freeview|HD®)
Television 33, broadcast in English and Chinese, provides entertainment through comedy, movies and reality format shows, produced overseas and locally.
Radio New Zealand National
Freeview 50
Broadcasting 24 hours a day, Radio New Zealand National reaches almost every New Zealander. Its programme mix includes news and current affairs, documentaries and features, drama and music.
Radio New Zealand Concert
Freeview 51
Radio New Zealand Concert is Radio New Zealand's fine music network. Music comprises 85% of air time. Much of this is classical, with additional specialist music programmes covering jazz, contemporary and world music.
George FM
Freeview 70
George FM is New Zealand's only dance music station, showcasing its eclectic grooves from around the world. Soul, House, Funk and Jazz from all musical eras add up to make George a truly unique music experience.
This funky, cutting-edge station is driven by New Zealand's most popular club DJs and personalities. George FM's Breakfast Show is the home of New Zealand music icon and the ultimate host of TV and radio, Peter Urlich.
(Only available on Freeview satellite®)
George FM is a self-proclaimed lifestyle leader - in both style and sound. George FM reflects NZ's contemporary urban culture - its listener's taste for cafes, restaurants, fashion, technology and entertainment.
George FM - sounds different.
Base FM
Freeview 71
BASE FM is a community station for upcoming and established talent to broadcast on. The music that we promote has influenced generations and we aim to increase awareness and appreciation for sub genres. The station is based on a two hour mix show format, meaning that each slot is a showcase of a DJs record collection rather than two hours of pre-programmed automation. BASE FM promotes community events as community will promote the station. Base FM, 100% DJ's choice.
Freeview Limited is a broadcast platform, and programming decisions are made by individual broadcasters. All enquiries about programming should be referred to the relevant broadcaster.
How do I get a channel on Freeview?
The Freeview Service Provider Code of Practice (available for download) provides easy guidelines for interested parties to get a channel up and running on the platform, including processes and costs. Contact us for further information.
