Well, here’s something for country music fans to get excited about—iHeart Country New Zealand has officially launched today!

You can tune in on the iHeartRadio app and selected FM frequencies around the country, including 105.4 in Auckland.

It’s the first new radio station to hit New Zealand in recent years, offering up a Hot Country format that mixes current hits with fresh, emerging tracks.

The catch? There are no live presenters yet, so it's all pre-programmed music for now.

For locals on the Hibiscus Coast, this new station is a pretty cool addition.

iHeart Country offers another way to enjoy commercial-free tunes, especially with the promise of no ads for the first 10,000 songs—what a treat!

It’s a perfect way to get your country fix without interruptions.

If you're wondering about Gold FM, which used to occupy 105.4, it’s now moved exclusively online.

This reflects the ongoing shift to streaming and on-demand music—something we’re all getting more used to these days.

That said, I have to admit it’s a bit of a letdown that the iHeart Radio app doesn’t show song details, like the artist and track name.

Right now, it feels more like a jukebox than a proper radio station.

For those of us who like to know exactly what we're listening to, it’s a small miss.

Still, if you’re after new country music, iHeart Country is a solid addition to your playlist.

Whether you’re out on the road or at home, it’s nice to have another station to choose from.

And while there are no live presenters yet, it’s an opportunity for more seamless, on-the-go listening.

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