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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Fresh FM
Join Matilda as she interviews Luke Walton, a registered counsellor and host of the podcast Manawa Shoulder to Shoulder. We discuss the invisible barriers facing young people's access to mental health services, and the influence of technology and how it is transforming the way we perceive ourselves and others.
Radio Hawkes Bay
The Best of the Blues
Otago Access Radio
Cindy Diver is a proud Kāi Tahu professional actor, director, writer and casting director based in Ōtepoti Dunedin. She is also owner-manager of TheatreWorks Ltd and is the course director of the Interact Drama Classes. In our second interview, we discuss the journey from concept to professional production of Wahine Mātātoa: The (mostly) true story of Erihāpiti Pātahi with the playwright herself. 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.
A quick guide to free events happening across Dunedin Public Libraries this August! Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Wanem nao hemi Bisnis Konek mo hao nao pipol i save gat akses long seves ia?
Arrow FM
A peaceful society for all.
Susanne Williamson previews Phantom of the Paradise screening at State Cinemas Nelson on Wednesday August 26 at 6pm and presented by the Nelson Film Society.
Join Delena as she talks to some of the many people involved with the Ordinary Wonders Exhibition at Tāwera, the Nelson Arts Hub at the launch on Friday August 14 2026
Plains Media
An eleven-year-old Mergirl has better things to do than save the oceans from deadly stagnation. Ringlet and the Day the Oceans Stopped is published by Ahoy! An imprint of the Cuba Press in 2019.
Join Vivian and Julia for more bi-lingual family fun!
Free FM
Tim Bray Aspire Foundation. An overview of the community groups and social services in the Waikato region.
Radio Southland
A korero with Tamariki from Te Wharekura o Arowhenua as they share their whakapapa and waiata
Be an Angel - but why? TNN get arty, look ahead to a busy weekend and try to make you chortle-snort with their unique perspective and brand of humour in this latest episode of The Fluffy Slipper Lounge, so get comfy and enjoy.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
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 show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
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.
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.
Curator Jane Wallace is joined by Tyne Gordon to speak about her solo exhibition Desert Rose, which recently closed at The Physics Room. Tyne and Jane discuss gypsum, time-keeping, The Yellow Wallpaper, their site visit to Ōtepoti, and literary and mechanical technologies of reading.
Bate papo semanal sobre o que acontece dentro e fora dos gramados. Conversa de futebol e pra você amante da bola que mora nas cidades da Nova Zelândia.
An hour of important information for Pasifika people in their own languages, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
A surprise party is exciting because the guest of honour does not know what will happen. Friends and family secretly plan everything and surprise them on the special day. A pre-planned party is different because everyone knows about it and can prepare. Both types can be fun, memorable, and enjoyable for everyone. Join us for a fun discussion.
Get ready to be inspired. Empowered. Changed.
MPB Revista apresenta o melhor da música popular brasileira, com informações e curiosidades sobre as canções.
Rock music with a twist
News, music and topical discussion from the Samoan community.
Amanda Maru trabalhou por 20 anos na dura rotina de fábricas no Japão, até que uma viagem a outro país a fez acordar para a vida A magazine-style show featuring news, commentary and music from Brazil, plus discussions about life in New Zealand for ex-pat Brazilians living in the Waikato.
Episode 139, Behind the Mask: On the Frontline Against Covid-19 Pandemic Paul Trotman joins Dr Barb and Trudi in the studio to discuss his feature documentary “Behind the Mask: On the Frontline Against Covid-19 Pandemic” available FREE on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ed6w9mmNOaU Trailers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppJ7VyYm18c https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfgg0p_W8PU This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Join us today in a chat with Christchurch citizen Russell Falcomprice who is becoming a voice for his community, addressing and shinning a light into the problem of bullying in the city, specially targeted towards people with physical and mental disabilities. See Russell's article in the Christchurch Press: https://www.thepress.co.nz/nz-news/361048934/disability-advocate-calls-end-bullying-able-bodied-people-public-places
Forgotten gems, surprising connections, and stories hidden behind the songs. It's the music you love to hear...
Join Grady and Josh every week as they run down what happened in wrestling in the past 7days.
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Access Radio Taranaki
Join Max for a look at life as a young Taranaki teen.
Earth Magic is a seasonal audio program based in Aotearoa New Zealand, following the turning of the year through a Southern Hemisphere lens.
Wellington Access Radio
The second half of the 20th century was notable for popular and contemporary music of an enduring quality.
This week we "Electrify The Hutt" – and talk to its chairperson James Scott ahead more house and business events on making the switch off fossil fuels to renewable energy options. There’s lots of practical ideas to help the Hutt make the move – with events coming up in Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt and a big regional event in Wellington in September & October. We hear more in the 2016 history series with musician Peter Hall on life in Upper Hutt in the 1960s, with Upper Hutt Libraries Caren Wilton. Upper Hutt Heritage There’s local poetry from Kat Joseph – “Above” from last year’s Upper Hutt Libraries Poetry Competition. And there’s local music from ex-Hutt Valley High School student Bruce Aitken “Me vibe the Sun” and from local composer Jonathon Berkahn – the Gloria movement from his A Hopkins Gloria sung by the Festival Singers. You can always Facebook message John with local story, musician or poetry suggestions. https://www.facebook.com/JohnMacDonaldNZ/ SECTIONS Poem – 1’03” – Kat Joseph – “Above” History – 2’43” - Peter Hall – Upper Hutt Memories from the 1960s Music – 12’13” – Bruce Aitken and Shadow Mile – “Me vibe in the Sun” Feature Story – 15’03” – James Scott – Electrify the Hutt Music – 46’00” – Festival Singers – “Gloria Movement from A Hopkins Gloria”
We are a group of intersectional feminists, who work together to create a radio show about a range of issues that affect both us and the wider world.
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"
News and current affairs in Tongan.
Creating safe and healthy family relationships
Mark Manson creates a soundscape of music and the random. Occasionally he is joined by locals and other guests to talk about an eclectic mix of topics.
Easy Jazz - The Best of
This is a bedtime story nidra, a love story to the Magnolia tree, our ancestor. Snuggle in and feel her fragrance lull you into a space of relaxation or even sleep. This nidra is 18 mins long but plays with the construct of time!
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Coast Access Radio
Fraud charges against former Kāpiti Council manager, Fatal crash in Peka Peka, All systems flow - Waikanae Treatment Plant, Wellington is the campus for Victoria University Open Day, negotiating challenging conversations, Paekākāriki seawall replacement taking shape and Horowhenua Council advises checking if you qualify for a rates rebate. A timely update each week bringing you the highlights of local events and happenings at Kapiti from www.kcnews.co.nz.
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
News from Samoa and around Aotearoa New Zealand
Every child experiences the world differently, and for some, everyday sights, smells, and tastes can feel completely overwhelming. In this episode, Lyndal explores what sensitivity to these three senses can look like in children, why it happens, and how it may affect daily life. She also shares simple, practical strategies to help children feel more comfortable, confident, and supported at home and beyond.
