The Blend Hawke's Bay

08/08/2025

Hey Hawke’s Bay and beyond,

I’m putting myself out there because I need our community’s help, as the sole person behind Maxx.FM New Zealand and The Blend Hawke's Bay. I’m living with Level 2 Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depression, and PTSD, and finding/keeping traditional jobs has been a constant challenge for me.

Rather than stay stuck on a benefit, I’m building auria+, a local internet radio platform that I can run in a way that supports my disability needs while providing great local content for everyone.

I’ve set up a Givealittle to cover the final costs for gear, licenses, and software. If you can chip in or share, you’re helping me take a real step toward self-reliance.

Thank you,
Connor
👉 https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-launch-and-grow-auriaand-your-local-internet
📖 https://auriaplus-nz.weebly.com/about-auria.html

Support auria+ by helping us fund essential gear and licenses to keep bringing you great music and community content

14/05/2025

🎧 Have your say, Hawke’s Bay! 🎧
I'm an Autistic creator and beneficiary (trying to make these viable to get off permanent disability benefit - through growing the audiences and advertising clients), building something real and local with Maxx.FM New Zealand and The Blend Hawke's Bay — and I want to hear from YOU!

💬 What music are you loving right now?
📻 When do you usually tune in (if at all)?
🧠 What would make YOU want to listen more?

Whether you're a regular listener or just discovering them, this quick survey takes less than 5 minutes — and it helps shape the future of two 100% locally run, internet-based radio stations made right here in Hawke’s Bay.

👉 Click the link below to fill it out:
📋 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYLTRc7pLG0LD6DhDX7sYu5WkuI35xAacXKH-madprxVxa5Q/viewform?usp=dialog

Thanks heaps for supporting local radio with a twist. Your voice matters.
– Team Blend & Maxx 💙🧡💜

Hi there! 👋 We're building something fresh and local right here in Hawke's Bay — and we want your voice to be part of it. This quick survey is about The Blend Hawke’s Bay (80s to Now) and Maxx (Hit Music & Urban Beats). Whether you're already listening or just hearing about us now, your feedb...

14/05/2025

Dinner’s in the oven, the kids are finally quiet, and The Blend’s playing P!nk, Dua Lipa and Ed Sheeran back to back.
🍷💃 What’s your perfect feel-good dinner soundtrack?
Comment with your go-to “dinner jam”!

13/05/2025

🎶 When your kid says, “Who’s Madonna?” and you suddenly feel 108 years old 😅
Tag someone who needs to school their kids on real music.

12/05/2025

🔥 SOMETHING MAXXIVE IS COMING... 🔥

Ready for non-stop bangers, no skip buttons needed?
Say hello to Maxx.FM New Zealand 👋
Launching in just 8 weeks exclusively on The Blend Hawke’s Bay app.

🎶 All Heat. No Filler.
It’s all about high-energy hits, bold beats, and your daily fix of pop, dance, throwbacks and anthems — without a single snoozer.

Stay tuned. It’s loud. It’s proud.
It’s Maxx.
💥 Only on the app.

📲 Haven’t got it yet? Download The Blend Hawke’s Bay now on Google Play & the App Store.

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08/05/2025

📱✨ The Blend Hawke’s Bay App is HERE! ✨📱
We’ve gone mobile, fam! Now you can take more music, more vibes, more fun with you wherever you go 🎶🔥
🎧 Listen live
📲 Super easy to use
🌈 Built local, made with love
Whether you're at work, in the car, or chilling at home — hit play and let the good tunes roll.
🔍 Search The Blend Hawke’s Bay on the App Store or Google Play and get streaming!

04/05/2025

It’s the ultimate feel-good face-off!
ED SHEERAN vs BRUNO MARS – who’s your fave?

Are you team Ed with the heartfelt bangers like Perfect and Bad Habits? 🎸❤️

Or team Bruno bringing the funk with Uptown Funk and Treasure? 🕺✨

Drop your pick below ⬇️🎶 (And yes, saying BOTH is totally cheating)

02/05/2025

New weekend = new tunes. Catch Ginger and Nuts from 12pm - 2pm - and maybe a few cheeky giveaways... Tune in at getme.radio/theblendhb

02/05/2025

Friday Feels: It's rewind time with Spencer James from 1pm, and The Dance Party Weekly night with Lee Everest from midnight. Put the kids to bed and grab the wine. What's your Friday night vibe?

30/04/2025

Midweek mood: The kids are screaming, but at least 'Dance Monkey' just came on. Tell us your midweek survival song in the comments below 👇

27/04/2025

MONDAYS JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT TASTIER!
Starting 19 May, kickstart your week with Blend Your Monday!
We’re giving you the chance to WIN a $50 voucher from Aurum Espresso Coffee Roastery every single Monday — for 6 weeks!

Perfect for treating yourself to your coffee fix, brunch catch-ups, or a little “me-time” moment!

Entering is easy:
☕ Follow us
☕️ Comment on the weekly post from Monday 19 May to be in to win

Winners announced every Monday morning – just when you need that pick-me-up most! Tag a mate who needs to know about this!

More Music, More Vibes, More Fun — and now, More Coffee! Only on The Blend Hawke’s Bay.

27/04/2025

🎤 Battle of the Icons! 🎤
We’re putting two legends head-to-head — and you get to choose! 👑✨

Who’s your fave?
🔥 Dua Lipa
🎶 Lady Gaga

Vote below and let’s settle this, Blend fam! 👇
(P.S. You can only pick one! 😉)

Bonus points if you can tell us your fave song of all time by your pick!