Navigating Broadcasting Cuts

This chapter examines the significant funding cuts at Vakata Māori, particularly affecting their daily news program, Tiamari News, amid a broader discussion on the challenges facing public broadcasting in New Zealand. It highlights the financial pressures on traditional media, the shift towards digital formats, and the precarious future of quality journalism. The conversation also touches on strategic changes in response to audience engagement and profitability concerns, reflecting on the evolving landscape of broadcasting.