Community Access Media Alliance is the national body for the 12 independently-owned access media stations across Aotearoa. Our vision is for all people to have a space in the media.

For Content-Makers

Wanting to be a broadcaster, radio host, content-creator, programme-maker, show-maker, or podcaster? Our 12 stations can help you make your own media. On-air or online, radio is a simple and inexpensive way to talk to your community-of-interest in any language.

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Whether you’re a government entity, NGO, non-profit, company, or organisation, we can help you tailor your messages to speak directly and authentically to your target audience – in their language.

Latest News

Journalism students turn Wellington Access Radio into a live newsroom

‘Breaking news! Tonight’s stories include’…. the studios of Wellington Access Radio being temporarily transformed into a live newsroom!

Plains FM kicks off fundraising campaign following theft

36-year anniversary celebrations hampered by theft of "beloved" station vehicle

Radio Hawke’s Bay launches emergency broadcast app

Cyclone Gabrielle highlighted the importance of AM/FM radio to give people information during times of emergency.

Our latest podcasts

19-03-2024 17:00
That's The Ticket - 19-03-2024

Free FM

Hannah Mooney gets her head in the local theatre game and catches up with some Wildcats from St John's College and Sacred Heart Girls College's upcoming production of High School Musical!

19-03-2024 17:00
Mā Te Oro Ka Ora - Good Sounds, Good Health - 19-03-2024

Otago Access Radio

Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 16:45
Retro Show - Mar 19 2024

Fresh FM

Darren Lapwood compiles and hosts this specialty music show, featuring iconic tracks from the 80s, the 90s and now!

19-03-2024 16:30
Eurocard - Mar 19 2024

Fresh FM

Full on Fallas, Portugal elections, and Spanish corruption

19-03-2024 16:30
Fresh Start Monday - Eggs on Toast - Mar 18 2024

Fresh FM

Wake up to eggs and toast with a side of your host Aaron starting your week off the right way - great music, latest community connections and news, and your weekly dose of banter and ten to nine love song time.

19-03-2024 16:00
Nelson Fringe Festival - Ben Tito Caldwell - Snowcock

Fresh FM

Ben Tito Caldwell talks about his show, Snowcock on March 22-23 7pm at Studo One

19-03-2024 16:00
Nelson Fringe Festival - Callum Wagstaff - The Most Haunted Comedian in New Zealand

Fresh FM

Callum Wagstaff, The Most Haunted Comedian in New Zealand joins us to talk about his standup show on March 19, 20 and 21 at 9.00pm at Studio One

19-03-2024 16:00
Calling All Workers 19-03-2024

Manawatu Peoples Radio

John Shennan interviews Viv Porzsolt and Katrina Michell-Kouttab on Palestine. A radio show and podcast from Unions Manawatū looking at union activities and issues around the region, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

19-03-2024 16:00
19-03-2024 - K-Talk - The importance of language

Otago Access Radio

Tākarea shares her opinions on the importance of language, from her view as a student and a teacher. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 16:00
Digital Dwellers - Let's Go Viral

Plains FM 96.9

This week, joined by guest Charlie Osborne, we look at how music now has to be tiktok ready, and how complex the criteria is for going viral on the platform.

19-03-2024 16:00
Made In New Zealand -19-03-2024 - We Chat with Singer Songwriter Muroki

Radio Hawkes Bay

We chat with Kiwi musicians, authors and other creative people about their passions.

19-03-2024 15:18
Ta Talanoa 19-03-2024 Obstacle in the way is the way!

Access Radio Taranaki

O le fa’afitauli i le ala, o le ala lea! E tele lava fa’afitauli e feagai ma tatou i le tele o aso, ae e taua le tatou saili i auala ma vaifofo e fa’ato’ilaloina ai le mau fa’afitauli. Fa’ataua a tatou talanoaga, o nisi auala fesoasoani lea.

19-03-2024 15:15
Live Wires - Opaki School_Term1_2024

Arrow FM

Live Wires fizzes, pops and crackles with youthful talent and enthusiasm. Students present their own variety programmes live from the classroom.

19-03-2024 15:15
Making Yourself At Home 18-03-2024 Anne from England

Access Radio Taranaki

Today's show featured Anne and her journey from England to New Zealand. Together we traced her roots as the daughter of an Anglo-Indian father and an English mother. So lovely to hear her beautiful story.

19-03-2024 15:00
Afternoon Delights - Tony takes us through music from composer John Ireland

Coast Access Radio

In Afternoon Delights Tony presents a range of music and composers that will interest those who enjoy show tunes and classical music.

19-03-2024 15:00
Manawatu Conversations 19-03-2024 - Episode 305 - Group discussion: Food reminiscences

Manawatu Peoples Radio

Sunday roast dinners. No refrigerators. Perishable food was kept in safes with air flow. Roast chicken only for special occasions. Difference between European and Asian styles of eating and food of different ethnicities. Ingredients difficult to get during war years. Milk delivered early in the morning by a milkman. Billies no bottles. Milk at schools for health reasons. Problem with keeping it out of the sun. Milk puddings. Britain used to have school dinners. Some New Zealand schools now serve lunch. Discussion about children’s footwear. Children now encouraged to grow their own produce. An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

19-03-2024 15:00
MG's Country Show - 19-03-2024

Otago Access Radio

This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 14:00
Changing Seasons - Daloy ng Panahon-Ep 9 - Dolorosa - A Lent theme

Coast Access Radio

"Dolorosa" - A Lenten theme - talks about relevance of Lent and the Passion of Christ in our lives as well as Filipinos' tradition of ritual devotions to the Passion of Christ during Holy Week. An inspirational show presented by Fe Sarmiento for the Filipino community. Join Fe monthly for a spiritual connection. The show is presented in both English and Tagalog.

19-03-2024 13:34
Ula Su'i Fefiloi 18-03-2024

Access Radio Wellington

Ula Su'i Fefiloi is dedicated to entertaining, informing, empowering, and building resilience in the Pasifika and wider community in the Wellington Region.

19-03-2024 13:33
Vibe Check on Youth Zone - 20-03-2024 - Mirror HQ

Otago Access Radio

This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 13:30
Generation Fusion-18-03-2024 - Episode 121 - Esplanade Day 2024

Manawatu Peoples Radio

An intergenerational conversation about history and pop culture between Andrew Zambazos and his mother Amanda, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

19-03-2024 13:28
Thoughts and Theories on Youth Zone - 19-03-2024 - Episode 56 - [Teen Wolf] The Fall

Otago Access Radio

Join me as I revisit last episode's topic and focus on the downfall of Teen Wolf. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 13:19
Aakashwani Bharat Bhavan 18-03-2024

Access Radio Wellington

All of the latest in community events, local and overseas news, and sports news. The programme also has interviews with local and overseas community, entertainers, and sports personalities, mixed with a wide range of Gujarati, Hindi, and devotional music.

19-03-2024 13:09
The Night Sky - 19-03-2024

Arrow FM

What's above us in space and time. The wonders of our magnificent night sky, from antiquity to the very latest science and news.

19-03-2024 13:00
Property Matters 19-03-2024 - Episode 230

Manawatu Peoples Radio

This week Greg discusses the increasing popularity of tiny houses and portable cabins at the Central District Field days. These compact homes are being used for various purposes such as rural Airbnb rentals, farmhand accommodation, and beach houses. He highlights the Wellington City Council's decision to shrink the city's character areas in an effort to address the housing affordability crisis, and talks about the auction of a leasehold apartment in Auckland, which sold for $62,000 with 21 registered bidders.

19-03-2024 12:45
Fiesta Wairarapa - Pinoy Radio - 19-03-2024

Arrow FM

Promoting the Wairarapa Filipinos as a people and the Wairarapa region as a place to live, work and raise a family.

19-03-2024 12:38
C-Zone with Simon Howard 18-03-2024

Access Radio Wellington

C-Zone with Simon Howard brings all things funny and theatrical to the airwaves, celebrating the Capital's Arts and Theatre scenes.

19-03-2024 12:27
Green Thumbs and Dirty Fingers - Mar 19 2024

Fresh FM

Gardening tips with Philippa Foes-Lamb.

19-03-2024 12:18
High Tea with Gen Z- Ins and Outs with Ana, Lily and Seamus

Plains FM 96.9

Ins and outs for 2024 and rating Oscar outfits.

19-03-2024 12:00
OARsome Morning Show - 19-03-2024 - Brain Injury Association - Jane Butterfield, Sue Whyte and Cathy Mathews

Otago Access Radio

Jane Butterfield, Sue Whyte and Cathy Mathews outlines some changes to roles at BIA, including a fresh focus on community education This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 12:00
Community or Chaos - 19-03-2024 - Cr Jim O'Malley

Otago Access Radio

Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 12:00
Money Wise with DBAS Dunedin - 19-03-2024 - Credit Cards - Andrew Henderson

Otago Access Radio

Andrew Henderson from DBAS highlights the pros and cons of credit card use, and how to make good decisions about what forms of payment will suit you best This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 12:00
Round The Boards - 19-03-2024 - Mosgiel Taieri Community Board - Regan Horrell

Otago Access Radio

Regan Horrell outlines the latest hot topics for the Mosgiel-Taieri community Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 12:00
Bookenz - Heather McQuillan, Barbara Else and Greg O'Brian

Plains FM 96.9

Interviews with NZ writers and poets, visiting authors from around the world and news of local events

19-03-2024 11:55
Pasefika health and well-being

Planet FM

Each week you’ll hear interviews with studio guests giving advice on health, education, employment and other support services

19-03-2024 11:30
Pep Talk wit Fariya - Natasha Barnett Herkess

Plains FM 96.9

In this heartfelt episode of "Pep Talk with Fariya," we shine a spotlight on Natasha Barnett Herkess, a devoted mother navigating the beautiful complexities of parenthood, particularly as a mother to a sensational autistic child. Natasha's journey is a testament to the boundless love, resilience, and strength that mothers embody as they navigate the unique challenges and joys of raising children with special needs.

19-03-2024 11:30
Being Real Parents - 19 Mar 2024

Plains FM 96.9

The Real Parents team aim to support parents to find their confidence and have more fun parenting.

19-03-2024 11:30
Regular PBC broadcasts with news and music

Planet FM

Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces

19-03-2024 11:00
Wesley Methodist 19-03-2024 - Easter 2024 - Two

Manawatu Peoples Radio

A programme of church news, guests, and a variety of music hosted by John Thornley on behalf of the Wesley Methodist Church on Broadway in Palmerston North, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

19-03-2024 11:00
Faka'amanaki - Ep 377 - 19 March 2024

Plains FM 96.9

Spiritual connection for the Tongan community.

19-03-2024 10:45
The Light Minded - Ep16

Plains FM 96.9

Join Kylie and Bec for conversations about mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness.

19-03-2024 10:00
Namasthe Telugu - 18-03-2024

Otago Access Radio

This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 10:00
Fono Faufautua a Samoa i Otago Leitio - 19-03-2024 - 102

Otago Access Radio

This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 10:00
OAR FM Dunedin Community Noticeboard - 19-03-2024

Otago Access Radio

Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz

19-03-2024 10:00
Lifeboat Meditations - Greenstone Meditation

Plains FM 96.9

A program about mindfulness, meditations, EFT tapping and other tools to help guide you through not only difficult experiences such as trauma, anxiety and grief but also through the everyday ups and downs, challenges and changes of daily life

19-03-2024 10:00
Mayoral Voices - Napier - Kirsten Wise -19-03-2024 - Rates increases - Youth Council and more

Radio Hawkes Bay

A weekly round up of local politics and community events in Napier with Mayor Kirsten Wise

19-03-2024 10:00
Breakfast with Big Daddy -19-03-2024

Radio Hawkes Bay

Breakfast news, views and some great music.

19-03-2024 09:35
Monuina e pogipogi

Planet FM

Hear church news, community activities, singing and music. Learn about life, social and support services locally and across Aotearoa

19-03-2024 09:30
The Songwriters Ep 3 - Joni Mitchell – 19-03-2024

Free FM

To quote the Songwriters Hall of Fame: ‘The true mark of a great songwriter, Mitchell’s words and music are so versatile and lyrical that her compositions have been recorded by artists from every genre’. In this episode we play Joni Mitchell's most covered songs. You Turn Me On I’m A Radio – Joni Mitchell Carey – Joni Mitchell Blue – Sarah McLachlan Chelsea Morning – Neil Diamond Kaupungin aamu (Chelsea Morning) – Anki Lindqvist All I Want – Herbie Hancock with Sonya Kitchell The Circle Game – Buffy St. Marie A Free Man In Paris – Joni Mitchell Woodstock – Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young A Case Of You – Prince Big Yellow Taxi – Counting Crows River – Aimee Mann Both Sides Now – Glen Campbell Both Sides Now – Joni Mitchell

19-03-2024 09:00
The Arinality - E158 - Justine Is Back From Antartica (Part 2)

Otago Access Radio

In this episode, Justine Chutrau shares her experience working in Antartica, and all her exciting adventures adjusting to the new world! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

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