Community Access Media Alliance is the national body for the 12 independently-owned Community Access Media stations across Aotearoa. Our vision is for Aotearoa to have a vibrant, diverse, innovative, and sustainable Community Access Media sector valued for its democratic, community, and cultural uniqueness.
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.
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.
Now more than ever, local voices need to be heard. We’re building a more inclusive media landscape — one where everyone has access to create, participate, and thrive. But we can’t do it without you.
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Fresh FM
Join Matilda on the Enough Project, as she creates space for honest, relatable conversations about mental health in a rapidly changing, unstable world.
Radio Hawkes Bay
The Best of the Blues
Otago Access Radio
Allison Horsley is an American dramaturg and script consultant who earned her MFA at Yale School of Drama. She specialises in adaptations, new play and musical development. Allison is a script advisor for Playmarket, and is now based in Ōtepoti Dunedin. In our third interview, we discuss what an MFA in dramaturgy looks like at Yale and Allison’s ‘eat, pray, love’ journey to Aotearoa New Zealand. This podcast was recorded as part of the Master of Creative Performance Practice at Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School and recorded and published with OAR FM Dunedin. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Dynamic Deep Cuts showcases popular bands and their underrated tracks
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Keeping teenagers reading and introducing anyone that stands still long enough to the fabulous world of YA books!
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Making life easier for many aspects of your life is the purpose of the Sustainable Living Workshops series. Listen, then book your place to discover the secrets which Di will enlighten you about. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Eleanor Cave talks about the films screening this week as part of the NZ International Film Festival at State Cinemas Nelson.
Plains Media
Fifty third episode featuring music from All(H)ours, Katsserallit, Treasure, Cortis, Enhypen, P1harmony, ATEEZ, MEOVV, CLASS:y, Kiiikiii, ARTMS, Billlie, Bigbang, Girlset, Aespa, Yves and Wonho. Thank you to my in studio helper <3
An eleven-year-old Mergirl has better things to do than save the oceans from deadly stagnation. It's the Ringlet and the day the oceans stopped, Published by Ahoy! An imprint of the Cuba Press in 2019.
Free FM
Data and local government reform. An overview of the community groups and social services in the Waikato region.
Join Vivian and Julia for more bi-lingual family fun!
Songs and stories from the golden age of radio for children of all ages
Radio Southland
A korero with Tamariki from Te Wharekura o Arowhenua as they share their whakapapa and waiata
DJ Phil wraps up Schools Tournament Week on The Weekend Kicker, celebrating the young Southland athletes who gave it everything on the field, court and track. A full rundown of the highlights, the results and the standout moments from one of the most exciting weeks in the Southland school sport calendar. A great listen for anyone who loves seeing the next generation of Southland sport shine.
Teachers get a special shout-out this week, as do the Dads (for obvious reasons); one artist cancels concerts while another announces them, plus an album release from beyond the grave.
Two hours of heavy metal news, interviews, and (most importantly) music with Terry and Xan, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air. This week: Oddland & Cloven Hoof.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Arrow FM
This week I'll mark some milestones for 60s artists, hopefully have some requests and blast out some favourites of the greatest decade of music ever. Travel back to the greatest decade of music ever. Songs you haven't heard for a while or maybe never before. Tune in and be surprised.
Poets and their poems
This week another great mixture of this great form of music known as the blues----some old, some new and everything in-between. Discover the only local show dedicated to the wonderful world of blues; from old to new, slow to fast.
Boogie, Funk e Pop Brasileiros dos anos 70 e 80. Robson Jorge e Lincoln Olivetti, Fafá de Belém, Ney Matogrosso e outros grandes nomes da música brasileira. Funk, Samba, Rap e dos novos artistas que estão misturando ritmos e construído a nova cena da musica brasileira com destaque para Tássia Reis, Pupillo e Otto. MPB Revista apresenta o melhor da música popular brasileira, com informações e curiosidades sobre as canções.
A celebration of the Somali community in Ōtautahi and beyond!
Matthew plays his favorite songs and keeps you up to date with what he has been doing with his week.
In this episode, we share our thoughts on whether a joint family or nuclear family is better. We both lean towards joint families, but believe it depends on each family’s situation, lifestyle, and preferences. Join us for a warm conversation, and enjoy beautiful family songs together with your loved ones.
Get ready to be inspired. Empowered. Changed.
Rock music with a twist
News from Samoa and NZ
Join Grady and Josh every week as they run down what happened in wrestling in the past 7days.
News, music and topical discussion from the Samoan community.
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
An hour of award-winning speedway news and views with Chris and Troy, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
A rundown of local sports results with Brian and Aaron, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the assistance of New Zealand On Air.
"Faatauaina o Aiga" or in English "Focus on the Family"
Pact supports people with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives, focusing on their strengths to help them reach their goals. Here, the team present an hour of great music. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Coast Access Radio
Kāpiti Housing Solutions Trust – building for the future, Bomb Disposal Team called to Horowhenua College, suspicious fire destroys building at Lake Horowhenua, applications open for the Foxton Beach Endowment Fund, mental health provider warns child poverty crisis will scar a generation, and Coastal Creatives Gallery set to celebrate milestone. A timely update each week bringing you the highlights of local events and happenings at Kapiti from www.kcnews.co.nz.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Show 159 - Bringing the best...to Polyfest - Richard is joined for a run-down of the week's most popular news items by Pip Laufiso from Polyfest. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
ReCooper8 is hosted by Lucy Cooper and Katie Abbott and brings you great music, great conversation and great ideas! What's happening and exciting on the arts scene in South Wairarapa, with dynamic interviews, interplay and interaction. We're into music, too.
Wellington Access Radio
Harita interviews Nancy Lu. Nancy is a Member of the New Zealand Parliament representing the National Party, a distinguished chartered accountant, and a dedicated advocate for diverse communities and working families. Bringing a unique blend of high-level corporate expertise, Ivy League public administration training, and deep-rooted bicultural insight to the New Zealand Parliament, Nancy represents a modern generation of leadership focused on building a resilient, prosperous, and economically sound future for all New Zealanders. Born in China, Nancy migrated to New Zealand with her parents in 1997 at the age of nine, settling in Auckland. She grew up within the local kiwi education system, attending Avondale Primary School, Pakuranga Intermediate, and Macleans College. Her stellar academic journey laid a strong foundation for her career, beginning at the University of Auckland, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, earning First Class Honours in International Business alongside a double major in Accounting. Years later, committed to expanding her governance and policymaking expertise, she advanced her education internationally, completing a Master in Public Administration (MPA) at the prestigious Harvard Kennedy School of Government Before entering public service, Nancy established herself as a formidable finance professional and commercial strategist. A Chartered Accountant by profession, she spent years working in New Zealand, Hong Kong, and mainland China across premier global auditing firms and major commercial enterprises. Her extensive corporate portfolio includes professional tenures at PwC and Ernst & Young (EY), financial management roles at Fonterra, and strategic expertise within the international shipping and retail trade sectors. Furthermore, she contributed directly to local government development by serving as a chief financial strategist for the Auckland Council, balancing complex public financial management with community-focused growth initiatives. Nancy’s entry into formal politics was preceded by nearly a decade of active, grassroots involvement within the National Party, where she served on the National Professional Committee and contributed to community engagement initiatives. Following her election to Parliament, she has brought her commercial acumen directly to central government, serving diligently on the Finance and Expenditure Committee and taking on roles such as the Deputy Chair of the Regulations Review Committee. Her legislative priorities are heavily focused on reducing the cost of living, optimizing international trade opportunities, cutting unnecessary regulatory red tape, and advocating for impactful investments in education, healthcare, and ethnic community mental health services. As a trilingual leader fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, Nancy bridges cultural and economic divides, actively strengthening relationships between government bodies, export businesses, and diverse migrant communities. Residing in Auckland with her husband and family, she balances the demands of parliamentary life with the responsibilities of being a proud working mother. Nancy remains deeply committed to ensuring that New Zealand remains a safe, ambitious, and opportunity-rich home capable of nurturing successive generations to achieve their full potential
Harita and her brother Avinash interview Mariameno Kapa-Kingi Mariameno Kapa‑Kingi has strong whakapapa connections across Te Aupōuri, Ngāpuhi nui tonu, Waikato and Te Whānau‑ā‑Apanui. She is the Member of Parliament for Te Tai Tokerau, but her journey to Parliament has been grounded in lifelong service to iwi Māori, hapū and whānau – particularly māmā and wāhine. Before entering Parliament, Mariameno worked extensively on the frontline with Ngāti Hine Health Trust, in Whānau Ora, suicide prevention, Oranga Tamariki, the former Department of Social Welfare, Rape Crisis, and as Chief Executive of Te Aupōuri. She follows in the footsteps of her tupuna, Eparaima Kapa, who served in the 11th Parliament from 1891 to 1893. Her leadership is guided by what she calls “mokopuna decisions” – always asking whether the choices made today will leave a better future for generations to come. Note: this interview was recorded in April, prior to the announcement of her new political party
Access Radio Taranaki
Could retained reflexes be affecting your child's learning, behaviour, or emotional regulation? In this episode, Lyndal explains what retained reflexes are, how they can impact development, and why working with an occupational therapist trained in this area can make a real difference. She also takes a closer look at the Spinal Galant, Moro, and Fear Paralysis reflexes, the signs to look out for, and simple strategies that may help support your child.
'Red' Selection from Dezarie's First 6 Albums
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
This show keeps Hamilton West residents informed and up to date with what is happening at the Western Community Centre. The Centre has been supporting the Hamilton West community since 1979.
Cat Stevens released many world wide folk rock hit songs and albums from 1967 until 1978, then took a hiatus for 25 years before returning as Yusuf in 2006. Learn his story and enjoy his music here.
Songs and Stories for children and everyone.
