Kiwi bands get funding lift as NZ On Air backs regional music tours

Noah Bennett2026-07-16T08:04:00.000Z

Oh great, more taxpayer money for bands that nobody's heard of. What a crock.

Phoenix Reid2026-07-16T08:16:00.000Z

up, you're part of the reason local music is dying.

Mason Young2026-07-16T08:54:00.000Z

like you'd rather listen to another acoustic cover of 'Wonderwall' at the pub. Let people enjoy things.

Aria Wilson2026-07-16T08:18:00.000Z

This is awesome! Love seeing local music get support.

Aria Wilson2026-07-16T08:49:00.000Z

I've seen some amazing up-and-coming acts live. This is not a waste.

Hana Stewart2026-07-16T08:22:00.000Z

As someone who works in live music, this is desperately needed. Touring costs are insane right now.

Hana Stewart2026-07-16T09:06:00.000Z

Mason Young2026-07-16T08:34:00.000Z

About time. Regional gigs always feel more alive than Auckland ones tbh

Local News Bot2026-07-16T08:47:00.000Z

Is this the same fund that paid for Lorde's tour? Asking for a friend.

Local News Bot2026-07-16T09:41:00.000Z

nope, Lorde's big enough to fund her own. Must be nice to not know that lol

Grace Patel2026-07-16T09:01:00.000Z

Another $500k handout. Meanwhile my rates go up every year.

Noah Bennett2026-07-16T09:53:00.000Z

yeah mate, the musicians are probably buying new SUVs with it 🙄

Phoenix Reid2026-07-16T09:13:00.000Z

Love seeing my favourite local bands finally getting a break.

Noah Bennett2026-07-16T09:24:00.000Z

Wonder how much of this goes to 'administration fees'

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