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.
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Coast Access Radio
Gavin shares his passion for preserving the history of audio visual technology through the MavTech Museum in Foxton, and the Blast From The Past Cinema in Oroua Downs. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Radio Hawkes Bay
The great songs from the great musicals
Arrow FM
The art and science of living well.
Access Radio Taranaki
Writer and story teller, Lesley Dowding, lives to bring story into the world of children and adults, alike. Her stories, told in true oral tradition, come from all over the world, as well as from her own imagination.
Wayne Mowat plays music "too good to be forgotten"
The Prodigal Son & the Loving Father, more prodigal stories and train stories. Songs and Stories for children and everyone.
Wellington Access Radio
‘Someone cares’ is a faith-based programme for family and community of all ages. It's focus is on the spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental empowerment of the community through the Christian teaching and values of love and respect.
Music and news from Cyprus and Greece.
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.
Interesting people from our community and across NZ share their stories
Theatre news and views
Samoa Ala Mai is a Christian programme to encourage, unite, and advise the Samoan community. It aims to cheer up the elderly, discourage family violence, strengthen marriage, and encourage people to be good citizens of New Zealand.
In this episode, Alina and Clara dive into her recent trip to Fiji — exploring not just the destination, but the deeper experience of travel. We talk about Fijian culture, the rhythm of island life, and what “happiness” really looks like when things slow down. From reflections on women, wellbeing, and connection, to the small everyday moments that make travel meaningful, this conversation goes beyond a typical travel story — it’s about perspective, presence, and what we bring back with us.
In this visit to The Groove Yard we have some Punk, The Beach Boys, The Faces, Frank Zappa, Warren Zevon, The Hindu Love Gods and lots more as we dig into the music of the 20th century. Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs, and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Living Life is a vibrant conversation series where two friends dive into the world with curiosity and joy.
Providing lively coverage of news, politics, activities, interviews and music for queer women and non-binary folk.
A religious programme for the Christian Orthodox community and all those interested in Orthodoxy. The programme covers spiritual discussions, readings, hymns and notices.
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
From Pōneke the programme includes Irish news, local events and activities with an Irish flavour as well as interviews and live music from visiting Irish musicians, book and movie reviews, and political views/reviews.
The show where we learn Korean language and culture. Minkyung teaches Korean today about 우체국/ Post Office . There are Vocabulary for Postal Mail 편지 봉투 letter envelope 보내는 사람 주소 address 보내는 사람/발신인 sender 우편번호 post code l 우표 stamp 받는 사람/ 수취인 recipient 우편물 mail 일반 우편 standard mail 등기 우편 registered mail 국내 소포 domestic package 국제 우편 international mail 우체통mailbox 택배 package delivery service 등기 소포 registered package 익일 특급 next-day delivery 일반 소포 regular package 항공 우편 air mail 선박 우편 surface mail 국제 특급 우편(EMS) Express Mail Service (EMS) Also included Grammar about ‘-는데/(으)ㄴ데’ attaches to verbs and adjectives to show that the preceding content serves as the background for the following content. Lastly, There will be a conversation between the post officer and Thalindu. Thalindu wants to send this package to Busan. Enjoy !!! Kowicorner!
In this episode Mandy chats with Kai about Relay for Life, a powerful community event that raises funds and awareness for cancer support. We break down how it works, what to expect on the day, and how you can get involved, whether that’s joining a team, fundraising, or volunteering. An inspiring look at one of Aotearoa’s biggest community events. The Cancer Society discuss topics around cancer awareness and cancer prevention, what's on in Kāpiti and how can we stay well. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Plains Media
We all need a person who will lift our spirits, especially when doing hard things. That special person seems to know when to inject some humour, to lighten the load. Our guest today is much more than a joker. He is central to the running lives of so many. Generous beyond measure, he has earned the nickname of a club mascot, loyal, ever present, always helpful, inspiring in his own way. After Ant, its time for Alex and Pete to venture in Conversation Pace. Its new, fun and informative.
Vinesh Prakash Aroah interview with Hon Todd McClay
Otago Access Radio
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
This progamme highlights opportunities to get involved in the volunteering sector in Hawkes Bay
Christian thoughts and music
Cook brings the Cook Islands language, culture and news into our living rooms every week for 5 hours
Featuring The Rolling Stones - Danyel Gerard - Roger Miller and more
Fresh FM
HeapsMOREnergy-nz - Solar Made Simple is a Renewable Energy/Climate focused show that will cover three Critical components in any Energy focused discussion, Energy Efficiency, Climate Change and What’s do-able Daily.
Peter’s long history at the radio station ignites a lively podcast full of surprises. Topics include Harmlessness, the virtues of UBI, and how to avoid making bad Karma.
The missing priest in the Tararuas. Remembering Hiroshima. The Carterton Clock.
Start your day the right way with HeARTy Breakfast on Art FM, hosted by Bryan Vickery and Tracey Blake.
Free FM
Created by Free FM, Hamilton, New Zealand
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Out and About With the Canterbury Horticultural Society
Tune in to Feel The Vibe FM, your morning destination for the South Indian community! Hosted by RJ Tanya, this show features a vibrant mix of music, entertainment, and current affairs in Malayalam and Tamil. Enjoy songs, interviews, and engaging discussions tailored for our audience. For inquiries, suggestions, or to get in touch, email: robin@nzmobiles.co.nz
Welcome Comrades to an hour of news and commentary from a far-left perspective.. Produced at Free FM, Hamilton, NZ
We’re bridging the Pacific with a high-octane set of Peruvian "savage" garage and Japanese GS. Featuring the primitive screams of Los Saicos (the kings of Lima) and the sharp-suited, organ-heavy grooves of The Spiders, and a heavy long-form garage classic cover from The Golden Cups. It’s a masterclass in how the 1966 garage fever translated across different cultures. Full playlist always posted via Retrospect 60s Garage Punk Show on Facebook and Insta. Retrospect is created by Phil Grey at Free FM 89.0 [Kirikiriroa/Hamilton, NZ].
Samba, Bossa Nova e Balaço brasileiros dos anos 60, 70 , 80 e 90 com gigantes dos gêneros mais populares do País como Vinícius de Moraes e Toquinho, Milton Banana Trio e MPB 4. Na sequência os novos nomes do Samba e da Nu Bossa como Ferrugem, Vinny Santa Fé e Sabrina Malheiros.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
This week we look at how to develop loving kindness through the practice of Metta This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
On our show this week, for Fletcher's Mixtape we had Stan Walker's cover of Crowded House's 'Don't Dream It's Over', for Fletcher's Viral Recipes, we made some French Onion Soup Potatoes, for Football Fans, I had a look at some news on the football over the last few weeks as per usual, and finally for Dunedin Drift's Cafe Reviews, we reviewed another great cafe with ADJØ. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
News Editor of Critic Te Ārohi and Dunedin-based writer Stella Weston reflect on storytelling, editorial voice, and writing within student media. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Techweek 2026 - Techweek Coordinator Sonya Taylor previews some of the events lined up for New Zealand's biggest celebration of technology and innovation, to be held May 18th to 24th. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
In tonight's episode, we will celebrate our anniversary yey! this 24th episode marks our 1st year anniversary on-air @ 105.4 OAR FM. To make this episode special, we are going to share with you some ""behind the scenes"" of the making of our Kwentuhang Filipino, stories that never heard before since we aired. We will also give way to most requested... some showbiz gossips (chismis/ marites) that might as well you havent heard before. We'd also like to take this opportunity to thank the Podcast platforms that are airing our Programme and might as well the support we are receiving from our Filipino Community counterpart in Canada especially the Mallari Family aka Me & Caleb for the very original and tailored-fit Kwentuhang Filipino Song Jingles. Thank you to your support, Kabaya-NZ ! Ito po ay tagumpay nating lahat. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Arts practitioners from Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond discuss their work, their journeys and those important issues that affect us all. 90 minutes of frank, open discussion, great music, inspiring thoughts and fascinating projects!
Kristin Paulse is a South African–born, Auckland–raised performer now based in Melbourne. She is deeply grateful and incredibly proud to be returning home to join the New Zealand company of &Juliet. After spending the past three years working and touring extensively across Australia, this homecoming holds special significance as she steps onto New Zealand stages once again, surrounded by the community that first nurtured her love of performance. Australian theatre credits include Hairspray (Dynamite), Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (cover Tina Turner and ensemble), and most recently Mimi Marquez in RENT at the Sydney Opera House — a career highlight and her first lead role in Australia. In New Zealand, Kristin appeared as Gloria in Madagascar the Musical and Chiffon in Little Shop of Horrors at The Court Theatre. She also toured nationally as Tina Turner in Showtime Australia’s Simply The Best – The Tina Turner Tribute Show, performing in theatres across the country. Alongside her theatre work, she has been a regular performer at live music events around Tāmaki Makaurau. Kristin is especially humbled to be part of bringing &Juliet to Aotearoa and to share the stage with such extraordinary Kiwi talent. Leading this production on home soil is a true full-circle moment, and she feels immense gratitude for the audiences, mentors and supporters who have shaped her journey from Auckland to Australia and back again. Beyond musical theatre, Kristin is a singer-songwriter who releases original music under the name KRISTN, with her work available on all major streaming platforms. She dedicates this season to her family and the community who have always championed her dreams. Kristin is currently starring in the Explora Journeys season of & JULIET, as Juliet herself. The musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told - Romeo and Juliet. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? The all-kiwi cast is coming to the St James Theatre 9-24th May.
