More FM takes top locally produced breakfast crown in Christchurch radio ratings

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch
Aug 20, 2026 7:56 pm |
More FM breakfast hosts Lana Searle and Simon Barnett, whose nationwide show is produced live from More FM's Christchurch studios.

More FM has emerged as Christchurch’s number one locally produced commercial breakfast show in the latest GfK radio ratings, while also taking the top spot across the city during the morning period.

The GfK Survey 2 results for 2026 show More FM attracting a 14.9 percent share of the Christchurch commercial radio audience during breakfast, between 6am and 9am from Monday to Friday.

That was up slightly from 14.7 percent in the previous survey.

The result makes More FM the highest rating locally produced breakfast programme in Christchurch.

The station performed even more strongly during the morning period between 9am and midday, recording a 13.8 percent share.

That was the largest audience share of any Christchurch commercial station during the morning time slot.

The Breeze was second during mornings on 12.6 percent, while More FM also remained strong through the afternoon with a 13.1 percent share.

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch

Chris Lynch is a journalist, videographer and content producer, broadcasting from his independent news and production company in Christchurch, New Zealand. If you have a news tip or are interested in video content, email [email protected]

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