rova - NZ Radio & Podcasts

rova is a streaming application developed by New Zealanders for New Zealanders. Whether you are at home, driving, enjoying the beach, or having a barbecue, you can enjoy your preferred radio stations, podcasts, and live playlists from New Zealand whenever and wherever you like.

KEY FEATURES

• Digital access to New Zealand's radio stations

• Tune into your favorite NZ radio stations from any location

• Curated live playlists that suit your mood exclusively on rova

• A variety of podcasts - exclusive, on-demand & curated

• Play music loudly through Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast, Sonos & Alexa

• Use Apple Carplay & Android Auto to connect in your car

• “My rova” feature allows you to save your favorite stations & podcasts for easy access

• Ability to download podcasts for offline enjoyment

• “Jump back in” functionality to continue listening to podcasts right where you left off

• Send calls or texts to your favorite shows (standard rates may apply)

NZ RADIO STATIONS AVAILABLE

• The Edge

• The Rock

• More FM

• The Breeze

• Channel X

• The Sound

• Mai FM

• George FM

• Magic

• Humm FM

• Anthemz

• Radio Dunedin

• Radio Trackside: Live Racing

• Radio Tarana: Your Indian Radio

• RNZ National, Concert, Pacific & Tahi

along with various other local partner stations

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I listen to content on rova?

You can access our streaming content through our website or mobile app, available on iOSand Android. Simply create an account, choose a station or podcast, and start listening.

Is rova free?

Yes, we offer a free, ad-supported version that allows you to stream live radio, playlists and podcasts.

How do I create an account?

You can create a rova account with a valid email address and secure password, alternately you can create an account by using your Google or Apple ID credentials. Once you’ve signed up you’ll be ready to sign in. The sign in can be found on the left hand side menu, enter your email address, password and you’ll be away.

How do I reset my password?

If you’ve forgotten your password, click “Forgot Password” on the login page. We’ll send you an email with instructions to reset your password.

What is rova?

rova is a sweet-as free streaming app built by Kiwis for Kiwis. At home, in the car, down the beach, at a barbie - rova is your one-stop shop for all things entertainment. Podcasts, music, news, videos - all customised to what you're into.

How do I contact my favourite radio station?

Under the Radio Menu > Select your favourite station > About, you will find the contact details for the station.

How do I discover new stations or podcasts?

You can discover new content by browsing our 'Discover' section, which features popular stations, trending podcasts, and personalised recommendations based on your listening history.

Can I create my own playlists?

We currently curate content for you! Pick your favourite station for your mood and locate their music stations.

How do I share content with my friends?

You can share your favourite stations, songs, or podcasts by clicking the share button on the player. You can share via social media, email, or direct link.

Comments

Currently listening to the Rock1500 replay station, constantly cuts out and starts playing some crappy other talk back station (probably the Edge). Tried to give you feedback / let you know - it’s not a function in the app or on your website? Otherwise it’s a great app, listen often from Melbourne.

Love the app and since discovering it have been thrashing it on my stereo. I used to not mind the occasional NZ ads they were funny and well timed. But with everything money must be made. Now the ads supposedly local are spammed out like a Nigerian prince wanting to share his wealth.

The latest update brought a swarm of bugs. The app skips, pauses, and lags nonstop. When using Android Auto, it launches automatically. This happens whether I'm on the car radio or other media players, even after force stopping it. A rollback to the previous version is necessary.

Works as described. However, within the first few minutes after starting, music reception is lost and buffering begins. Switching from one radio station to the next sometimes helps resolve this issue! Once you’ve managed to regain reception again after several attempts getting the app to work, music will remain on point throughout the day with no issues thereafter. Otherwise, it can be an inconvenience to use when there are more robust and reliable music apps available than this one.