Nominations for the 2022 Waiata Māori Music Awards are now open for music released in the year to June 2022.

The awards seek to develop, encourage and honour the achievements of outstanding traditional and contemporary musical compositions and performances. All music submitted must have at least 60% original songs/tracks.

There are lists outlining the rules and eligibility, conditions of entry, how to enter and how the music will be judged on the Waiata Māori Music Awards website. Entries must be received by July 10 2022, with the finalists to be announced in September.

Click here to complete the nomination form