Legal
TERMS
OF USE
Last updated: 25 August 2026
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using the Radio Aotearoa website at radioaotearoa.co.nz (the "Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site. These terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand.
2. About Radio Aotearoa
Radio Aotearoa is a New Zealand community radio network operated from 19 Lambie Drive, Papatoetoe, Auckland. We broadcast on FM, AM, Freeview Channel 71, and online. Our mission is to serve the communities of Aotearoa with local news, music, and stories.
3. Use of the Site
You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others. You must not:
- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable New Zealand or international laws or regulations
- Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Site or its related systems
- Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Site
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or resell any part of the Site without our express written permission
4. Intellectual Property
All content on this Site — including text, graphics, logos, audio clips, and software — is the property of Radio Aotearoa or its content suppliers and is protected by New Zealand and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our prior written consent.
5. Audio Streaming
The live audio stream provided on this Site is for personal, non-commercial listening only. You may not record, redistribute, rebroadcast, or commercially exploit the stream without prior written authorisation from Radio Aotearoa. Stream availability is not guaranteed and may be interrupted for technical or operational reasons.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
This Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Radio Aotearoa does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components. To the fullest extent permitted by New Zealand law, we disclaim all warranties.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Radio Aotearoa shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this Site or its content. Nothing in these terms limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, or for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.
8. Third-Party Links
This Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience only. Radio Aotearoa has no control over the content of those sites and accepts no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them.
9. Privacy
Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms of Use by reference.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may revise these Terms of Use at any time by updating this page. You are expected to check this page periodically to take notice of any changes. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
11. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:
Radio Aotearoa
19 Lambie Drive, Papatoetoe, Auckland, New Zealand
Website: radioaotearoa.co.nz/contact
