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Welcome to the Radio Spectrum Management website

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

Auction of FM sound broadcasting spectrum licence

1 October 2018

Radio Spectrum Management has announced details for the auction of one FM sound broadcasting spectrum licence following an expression of interest process.

Update on the prohibition of unrestricted two-way radios

1 October 2018

In August, we mentioned creating a prohibition notice for unrestricted two-way radios. This was to limit the availability to the general public for radios that don’t meet the Radio Standards.

Application received for managed spectrum park licences

3 September 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.

Technical consultation: Adding new usages to the General User Radio Licence - Short Range Devices in frequencies below 30 MHz.

3 September 2018

Radio Spectrum Management has released a consultation document concerning increased use in portable electrical appliances and mobile devices.