Radio Waatea is a Māori radio station based in Auckland, New Zealand. It broadcasts a variety of programs that focus on Māori culture, language, and community issues. The station aims to promote and preserve the Māori identity through its content. Established in 2009, Radio Waatea serves the Waatea community and beyond, providing news, music, and talk shows in both Māori and English. The station is part of the Waatea Media group, which also includes other media platforms dedicated to serving the Māori population.