Want to listen to Newstalk ZB on your Alexa or voice assistant? Here’s how you can stream us LIVE on your handy new device!

We’ve got instructions for whichever device you are using – find yours below.

For Amazon/Alexa Speakers

After plugging in your Alexa device, download the free Amazon Alexa app on the Apple Store or Google Play Store. If the app is already downloaded, make sure it is updated to the latest version.

Follow these simple steps for setting up iHeartRadio in your Alexa app:

1. Open the Alexa app on your phone
2. Click on the menu and click Settings
3. Click Music & Podcasts
4. Click Link New Service and Launch iHeartRadio
5. Then go back to Music & Podcasts and click Default Services
6. Click Artist & Genre Stations and set to iHeartRadio

You are now good to start streaming Newstalk ZB live with the power of your voice!

All you have to do is ask Alexa - "Alexa, play Newstalk ZB on iHeartRadio!"

If you're looking for our local streams for Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch, ask Alexa!

"Alexa, play Newstalk ZB Auckland on iHeartRadio"

"Alexa, play Newstalk ZB Wellington on iHeartRadio"

"Alexa, play Newstalk ZB Christchurch on iHeartRadio"

In addition to playing Newstalk ZB on iHeartRadio, we also have our own Alexa "Skill" you can enable.

Keep up to date with the latest news and sport bulletins from Newstalk ZB for Amazon Alexa-enabled devices.

You'll hear the latest news and sport bulletins, updated on the hour, every hour so you can stay informed. To start listening to NewstalkZB on your Echo:

• Download the Amazon Alexa app (Google Play and Apple App store image and links)
• Open the Alexa app or go to Newstalk ZB skill page
• Select “Enable”, accept “Terms & Conditions” and you’re all set.
• Any time you’d like a news update, say “Alexa, what’s in the news” or “Alexa, what’s my Flash Briefing”

If you have more than one News briefing skill, you can adjust the order they play within your Amazon Alexa app to hear Newstalk ZB first.

For Google Devices  

Make sure you are running the latest version of the Google Home app.

All you have to do is ask Google - "Hey Google, play Newstalk ZB on iHeartRadio!"

You can do the same of our local streams for Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch

"Hey Google, play Newstalk ZB Auckland on iHeartRadio"

"Hey Google, play Newstalk ZB Wellington on iHeartRadio"

"Hey Google, play Newstalk ZB Christchurch on iHeartRadio"

For Apple Devices  

Make sure you are running the latest version of iOS.

All you have to do is ask Siri - "Hey Siri, play Newstalk ZB on iHeartRadio!"

Sometimes Siri may not recognise Newstalk ZB. If this is the case for you, you can fix the issue by creating a shortcut on the iHeartRadio app as per instructions below.

1. Open the iHeartRadio app
2. Listen to Newstalk ZB
3. Expand the player and click the three dots
4. Select Add to Siri.
5. You can now record your own voice prompt shortcut

You can do the same of our local streams for Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch

"Hey Siri, play Newstalk ZB Auckland on iHeartRadio"

"Hey Siri, play Newstalk ZB Wellington on iHeartRadio"

"Hey Siri, play Newstalk ZB Christchurch on iHeartRadio"

Using Another Device?

If you're using another voice assistant such as a Bixby device, Bose Sonos or any other device, you'll be able to find Newstalk ZB by asking:

“[Device Name] play Newstalk ZB on iHeartRadio!” or “[Device Name] play Newstalk ZB on Tunein!”

Don’t have a voice assistant?

Don’t worry! You can find your local frequency here or stream us anywhere, anytime on the FREE iHeartRadio app.