The whole top floor of the Dalgety building (Broadcasting House) was then completely refurbished and modernised with state-of-the-art equipment.
Outside this time nationwide shows based from Auckland took over, and the announcers simply called the station Classic Hits.
Previously the 99.7FM frequency had been used to broadcast Hawkes Bay's ZM station and historically for Classic Rock 96FM.
Local breakfast Monday to Friday is currently hosted by Adam Green and Megan.
Outside these times the station runs The Hits networked programs which originate from either Auckland, Wellington or Christchurch.