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Media Commentator Andrew Holden
Andrew looks at the Google deal for NZ media collective, Sky back in the black, and the fascinating Crikey v Lachlan Murdoch stoush. Audio
Dr Becky Smethurst: Black Hole gazing
Dr Becky Smethurst: Black Hole gazing We all know what a black hole is don't we? They suck everything in and there's no light or time in the middle. At least that's how they work in films. Our guest… Audio
Sky cuts costs as sport and entertainment rights rise in price
The pay television operator Sky has lifted its profit guidance after cutting operating and capital costs, while improving revenue.
My Current Song: Reiki Ruawai - 'Miller'
Raglan-based musician Reiki Ruawai has been playing alongside father Brian in the iconic roots-reggae band Cornerstone Roots for many years, but his new single 'Miller' marks his solo debut. Audio
Sky TV cuts prices to keep subscribers
The company shed more than 37,000 customers in the second half of last year, as people gave up their Sky decoder and sought out cheaper entertainment options online. Video, Audio
Rikki Swanell to be first woman commentater for Super Rugby
Rikki Swanell says she wants to stand out for being good at her job, not for being a woman. Audio
Vodafone works with Sky to upgrade TV service and entice new customers
Vodafone is partnering with Sky Network despite regulators turning down their proposed merger earlier this year. But one technology commentator says the new offer is rather ho-hum. Audio
Vodafone and Sky partner to offer new TV service
Telecommunications company, Vodafone, is giving its television service a content and technology upgrade. Audio
SKY losing 90 subscribers every day
Nearly 34,000 people cancelled their subscriptions in the past year, and SKY today posted a 21 percent drop in net profit. Video, Audio
Vodafone bringing rugby to the small screen
Vodafone is bringing rugby coverage to your smartphone, in a new partnership with New Zealand Rugby. In the deal, the telco giant will offer replays and highlights from All Black's matches along with… Audio
Back to drawing board after Sky/Vodafone plans scuppered
Sky Television is looking at all options on the table now its planned merger with telco giant Vodafone has been rejected by the Commerce Commission. Audio
Sky-Vodafone merger denial 'good for consumers'
Analysts say Sky will now be forced to adapt and find new ways to distribute its content, after the Commerce Commission declined its merger with Vodafone. Audio
Sky TV says open for business with telcos
The Commerce Commission has turned down the proposed billion dollar merger between Sky Television and Vodafone. Audio
SkyTV-Vodafone merger 'Dead in the water'
RNZ's business editor Gyles Beckford says the merger between Sky and Vodafone is not likely to be resurrected after the competition watchdog rejected their billion dollar bid. Sky has told RNZ that it… Audio
Sky TV-Vodafone Merger
The Commerce Commission has turned down Sky's proposal to buy Vodafone which would have created a formidable pay TV and telco provider. So is this the end of the road for the proposed merger and what… Audio
Spark and Sky TV set for legal fight over merger
Sky Television has rejected a call to delay its planned merger with telecommunications company, Vodafone, if the deal is approved by the competition watchdog. Audio
Sky-Vodafone merger plans hit by regulator's view
An asset manager says the Commerce Commission's demand for more information on the proposed merger between Sky TV and Vodafone is necessary if it's to protect the interests of consumers. Audio
Vodafone confident Sky merger will get regulatory approval
The telecommunicatons company, Vodafone New Zealand, is confident its proposed merger with Sky Television will go ahead, despite a number of submissions opposing the move. Audio
Sports Minister comments on Sky's Olympic battle
Sky Television has lost its bid for an interim injunction against Fairfax Media over the use of its Olympic footage. Sports Minister Jonathan Coleman talks to Checkpoint from Rio. Audio
Tech: Sky/Vodafone merger
Tech correspondent Peter Griffin on the proposed merger of Sky TV and Vodafone and what it could mean for New Zealand consumers. Also Google could be planning to tighten up control over its Android… Audio