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
Shannon Cassidy returns to Fresh FM to put a spotlight on New Zealand music and musicians, with loads of local content and information.
Radio Hawkes Bay
Showcasing the hidden treasure in Hawke’s Bay. Everyday people who are an extraordinary gift to this community.
Information about local community events
Wellington Access Radio
A fresh and vibrant program for the Latin American community in Wellington. News, interviews, lots of music and more.
Arrow FM
Stories from the early settlers' village and museum.
Access Radio Taranaki
As the days get shorter and shorter and the sunshine hours increase, knowing how this can affect your mood is important. SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) effects a lot of people and today the Wāhine Atua ladies chat about what you can do to get those light hours up, and what they do to help lift their mood and where to go for help.
We are brainwashed to believe that old people are ugly. Dr Susanna Kent and I fight this nonsense with sincere frivolity.
A weekly live broadcast from Massey University journalism students, offering a fresh take on the news
Every Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm join the B-Side Story team for insider interviews about what's really going on across Wellington's communities
Planet FM
Inspiring stories, community voices, pageantry and events
Coast Access Radio
A continued trip through the Great American Songbook with additional tales of Bob Monkhouse's banned jokes, the fall of the Black Cab, the car park with no road to it and the flight that was too heavy. Peter Fleming brings you an entertaining 60 minutes of popular music, mostly gleaned from the 1970’s and 1980’s but not excluding music from any era. 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
Confusion over living mulch is rampant, just like nature. Speaking of, does nature plant herself out in neat little rows? Does she get out a ruler and measure where another plant may grow? Is she like a great Police song singing "don't stand so close to me?". No, none of those things. But why? Because nature knows best. Listen in here about how great a living mulch is and how and why it's a great thing to do. And some great advice on soil. Gardening made accessible with wonderful gardening teacher and author Kath Irvine. With her 20 years plus experience, Kath sits down in a live to air interview with Catherine and discusses all things gardening. Visit https://ediblebackyard.co.nz 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
Free FM
Whakawhanaungatanga Nau mai, haere mai to Season 4 of Equal Agenda! We’re so happy to be back with another beautiful season full of conversation, aroha, and learning. Meet our new hosts, Romain and Immy, as they share what equality means to them, the experiences and upbringing that have shaped their journeys, and the ideas they’re passionate to explore this season. With fresh perspectives and heartfelt kōrero. Season 4 continues the mission of Equal Agenda sparking connection, curiosity, and real change through the power of honest conversation.
New books reviewed
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
Exploring the diversity of disability issues.
Presenting a range of issues and opinions from the fringes... political, social, ethical and personal, from the unique perspective of the show's host, Jack Gielen.
Plains Media
Bugs and Lily talk about theatre, the editing process, and a turtle from Las Vegas.
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Jocelyn will Interview Anna Arps who is the District 16 Golden Z and Z Club coordinator joined by Rosie Paul a student from the Avonside Girls High School Z Club and Jan Fortune the founder of the Golden Z Club at Lincoln University.
The Bridge Zone – Episode 410 Judge Julie and The Bailiff will play in the finals at Congress representing Auckland Northland Unintended bids get the once over from the Judge as a listener asks about Law 25A 1 and 25A 2 The last segment on penalty cards have been adjourned – we will catch that soon Mr Jinn announces the results of the Jin Club tourneys And yes, East Coast Bays is back in the news The Regional play offs is covered by Mr Jinn Are you free Mr Peacock? We have our 1st review of a system card We open a new service to our listeners If you are one of the bunch that want to refresh or revamp your system, Send us your system card and we will review on the show bridgezoneshuffle@gmail.com CD Regional Restricted Open 3A Swiss Pairs – someone got another A point It’s a busy week of Bridge for everyone Booked out tournaments, plenty to keep a eye out on See you at the tables The BZ Crew
Join us today for an amzagin chat with Andy and Vic from Otautahi's rock duo The Response. They will tell us all about their recent tour in Australia and their new single "Hollow Hour".
Nadine Kirk CEO of Kotahi Engineering Studio shares her career journey from starting out in administration and then rising through the ranks to CEO.
Deb Butterfield, the kaitiaki of the Tinui Food Forest, this super amazing eco system was developed. The Tinui Food Forest is one of the largest and most established in Aotearoa, four acres of magic
Featuring Arlo Guthrie - Simon and Garfunkel - The Pretty Things and more
"We build our nations on memory but no country has a pain-free history. Yet what we choose to remember is wrapped in political perspectives. In July 2011, 77 people were killed in a terror attack in Norway and the 22 July Centre in Oslo was set up to carry forward the work of memory and learning. Anne Talsnes is the Centre’s Senior Advisor. We talk here on the learnings we can share, especially for those who live amongst us with incredible grief."
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
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Hugh chats to Kate Ryan (PNCC and Youth Council) about a couple of grants coming up for local youth with big plans: the Youth Council Scholarship and Youth-Led Initiatives Fund both close on the 10th of May! A community interview from the Morning Show on Manawatū People's Radio, produced with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Otago Access Radio
Standout Mums in the Natural World - With Mother's Day just around the corner, Dunedin Wildlife Hospital GM Suzanne Stephenson highlights a couple of standout mums in the natural world. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Join hosts Michael Bortnick and Grace from our Nelson Studio presenting a breakfast show with a different musical theme each episode.
🎙️ SOAR On this week’s episode of SOAR, Jack chats with Jaime, a sign language teacher and founder of Every Sign, about her passion for teaching New Zealand Sign Language and why she chose this path. With it being Sign Language Week in New Zealand and the 20th anniversary of NZSL becoming an official language, the conversation also explores the importance of accessibility and communication, along with the fascinating fact that there are more than 300 different sign languages used around the world.
Knight-Life is a weekly history chat show hosted by Nick, Sean, and George from the Medieval Society, diving into the past and sharing updates on the club’s latest antics.
Layers of Identity - OAR FM Community Connector and Youth Coordinator Arina Aizal previews the upcoming launch of the Layers of Identity book, supported by Dunedin UNESCO City of Literature and Dunedin Libraries. The book includes poems and essay contributions from a diverse group of rangatahi, reflecting on their sense of place and belonging. The book complements a podcast series on OAR FM. Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
As busy working parents, a walk,a cheeky 5km or a session at the gym a couple of times a week feels like we’re kicking goals. But for our guest today, if she’s not conquering mountains and carving out many, many kilometres, it doesn’t really count. My guest today is local sportswoman, internationally recognised triathlete, mother, wife and legend Katie Smith. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Today we invited Miftah, a.k.a. pakar sakit puan and a pure chemistry student to discuss about how to be good parents from child's perspective. This is so beneficial for parents to be or parents now. This episode contains funny, relatable, spicy and gnarly !!!!!! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
NZ String Quartet at Orokonui Ecosanctuary - NZ String Quartet violist Gillian Ansell previews the upcoming concert at Orokonui Ecosanctuary, following sold-out appearances at the venue in 2024 and 2025. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
We kick off with a banjo tune named after a being from Greek mythology (or a place in NZ), then feature some of my favourites – the Country Gentlemen, Sawmill Road, John Hickman, and the Osborne Brothers. Some Canadian artists in this episode, too – the Spinney Brothers from Nova Scotia, and John Reischman & the Jaybirds from British Columbia. Ricky Skaggs, Tony Rice and Tim O’Brien all contribute, and NZ’s HCBB have some ‘Good Clean Fun’. Lots of fun, actually.
Take time out of your day to feel the mental, physical and spiritual benefits of this meditative practice
Bisaya Original Music for New Zealand and beyond. Introducing the music, both traditional and pop, of Bisaya artists as well as the Bisaya culture and language; and providing a link to Bisaya people in New Zealand to other parts of the globe.
On this week’s Palmy Pride show, the team rounds up major LGBTQ+ news and community updates: Russia’s LGBT Network being labelled “extremist,” a Utah city ordered to pay damages after blocking an all-ages drag show, and an Oregon ruling supporting housing for transgender women prisoners based on gender identity. They also cover new research challenging claims about trans youth “growing out of it,” discuss NZ Blood Service updates to donor screening rules, and share a lighter moment with a sharply satirical “cocktail sav” story—plus plenty of gay anthems throughout. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
opera music
The latest music with DJ Static
In this episode of The Power Within the Storm, Wayne Forrest challenges the constant cycle of consuming information without action. He explores how overconsumption creates mental clutter, confusion, and disconnection from self, often keeping people stuck despite their best intentions. Wayne invites listeners to step out of passive learning and into real life by applying what they already know. This episode is a call to reduce the noise, trust your own thinking, and start participating in your life with intention.
The world’s best indie music, including some amazing local talent.
Waikato Chinese Voices is your source of culture and information for the region's Chinese speaking community. News and current affairs, discussions, immigration policy, life hacks and music, plus local Chinese community events.
A show of Chinese-language radio show in 3 parts, in both Mandarin and Cantonese, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
