NgaiwiFM — Ko Te Reo o Hauraki. Kua Tau Kē.

Client: Ngā Iwi FM — Ko Te Reo o Hauraki. Kua Tau Kē.
Location: Aotearoa, New Zealand
Services: Website Design, Website Development, UX/UI Design

Ngā Iwi FM is a Māori radio station dedicated to broadcasting music, news, and cultural content that connects and uplifts iwi and communities across Aotearoa. Their platform serves as a hub for sharing stories, promoting artists, and keeping listeners engaged through live radio, social channels, and digital content. With a strong cultural foundation, Ngā Iwi FM blends tradition with modern media to reach both local and global audiences.

What the Client Needed

Ngā Iwi FM wanted a modern, visually engaging website that reflected their brand and made it easy for users to access their content and platforms.

They needed:

• A visually appealing and “cool” website design that matched their identity
• Easy access to all their important links in one place
• Integration of their social media platforms
• A mobile-friendly and responsive layout
• A simple way for users to listen or engage with their content
• A clean and easy-to-navigate user experience
• A platform that could be easily updated in the future

What We Delivered

A visually engaging website design

We created a bold and modern design that reflects the energy and cultural identity of Ngā Iwi FM, ensuring the site feels fresh, vibrant, and aligned with their audience.

Centralised access to key links

We structured the site to act as a hub, bringing all important links together in one place so users can quickly access what they need without confusion.

Social media integration

We seamlessly integrated their social platforms, making it easy for visitors to connect, follow, and stay updated across multiple channels.

Fully responsive design

The website was built to work flawlessly across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices, ensuring accessibility for all users.

Content accessibility

We ensured users can easily engage with Ngā Iwi FM’s content, whether that’s listening, exploring links, or interacting with their platforms.

Improved user experience

By simplifying navigation and layout, we made the site intuitive and easy to use, reducing friction and improving engagement.

Easy-to-manage WordPress backend

Built on WordPress, the site allows the Ngā Iwi FM team to update content, links, and information easily without needing technical expertise.

The Result

The final result is a clean, modern, and highly functional website that acts as a central digital hub for Ngā Iwi FM. It strengthens their online presence, improves accessibility to their content, and provides a seamless experience for users across all devices. The platform now better supports their mission of connecting with their audience and promoting Māori media.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why was WordPress chosen for this project?

WordPress provides a flexible and user-friendly platform, allowing the Ngā Iwi FM team to easily manage and update their website without needing advanced technical skills.

2. Can the website be updated in the future?

Yes, the site is fully editable. New links, content, and sections can be added at any time through the WordPress dashboard.

3. Is the website mobile-friendly?

Yes, the website is fully responsive and designed to work smoothly across all devices, including smartphones and tablets.

4. How are social media platforms integrated?

Social media links are built directly into the site, making it easy for users to navigate to and engage with Ngā Iwi FM’s channels.

5. What was the main goal of the website?

The main goal was to create a visually appealing and easy-to-use hub where users can quickly access all of Ngā Iwi FM’s content, links, and platforms in one place.