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Radio Spectrum Management (RSM) is a business unit of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and is responsible for efficiently and effectively managing the radio spectrum in New Zealand. This includes allocating rights for the use of the spectrum, and enforcing compliance with the requirements to ensure legitimate users are able to enjoy their rights.

Scam targeting RSM radio users and licence holders on social media

RSM has been made aware that a scammer is using a Facebook account claiming to work for Radio Spectrum Management and asking for personal information from licence holders and radio users.

Latest news

Submissions received for 5G spectrum

30 May 2018

Submissions for the 5G discussion document have been published on the RSM website. This follows a technical consultation for preparing for 5G in New Zealand.

Call for expressions of Interest in commercial FM sound broadcasting licences

1 May 2018

Applications have been received for the following FM broadcasting spectrum licences: Hill End 91.4 MHz, Mount Mary 99.0 MHz and Mount Rochfort 106.1 MHz.

Renewal of Management Rights in 1800 MHz & 2100 MHz bands

13 April 2018

Management rights in the 1800 MHz and 2100 MHz bands expire on 31 March 2021. These bands are currently used by New Zealand’s mobile network operators (MNOs) to provide 3G and 4G services.

Application received for managed spectrum park licences

3 April 2018

An application has been received for radio spectrum licences in the 2.5 GHz Managed Spectrum Park band. Potential uses for this spectrum include wireless broadband services.