NZ On Air runs two Music funding schemes under the New Music banner – New Music Single and New Music Project. These are to help with the costs of recording, video content and promotion of songs with great potential to connect with audiences.

NZ On Air also funds new NZ music features and shows on commercial and alternative radio stations, music TV, iHeartRadio and other platforms, as well as promoting curated NZ music playlists through platforms such as Spotify, YouTube and Apple Music.

NZ On Air also delivers a collection of new NZ music each month to broadcast and online media via the New Tracks service.