Newshub show hosted by Paddy Gower did not receive NZ on Air funding, raising concerns over his TV future.

Paddy Gower's Newshub show has not received NZ on Air funding in the current round, sparking disappointment from Warner Bros Discovery NZ boss, Juliet Peterson. The NZ on Air board has allocated $25m in taxpayer funding for non-fiction, scripted, and children's screen programming, focusing on digital-first content and audience outcomes. Gower's future in TV broadcasting remains uncertain, as TVNZ has closed its news hub.

July 04, 2024
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