The Rock (radio station)
| Broadcast area | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Programming | |
| Format | Mainstream rock |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | MediaWorks New Zealand |
| History | |
First air date | 1 December 1991 |
| Links | |
| Webcast | Live stream |
| Website | Official website |
The Rock is a New Zealand mainstream rock music radio station. The station targets 25–44 with a male skew, but has a significant female fan base. It plays rock music and showcases up-and-coming New Zealand bands.
The Rock has unpredictable features and countdowns, most notably The Rock 2000 (formerly The Rock 1500, 1000 & 500), an annual music countdown based entirely on songs voted for by their rock listeners.
Some of its broadcasts have been controversial, and the Broadcasting Standards Authority has upheld many complaints against it.