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
40,000 Merchant Marine volunteers lost their lives in the two World Wars, including 27-year-old Colin Watt from Mangere, who was killed in January 1942 when SS Coimbra was torpedoed off Long Island, New York. We speak to Colin's nephew - Colin Carruthers, author of Twice Torpedoed. The book is a beautifully presented hardback, 10 years in the making and includes photographs, articles and letters from the time. While the book is not intended as a military history, Colin does hope that the story will help ensure the contribution made by 140 New Zealand merchant seamen who died in World War II is remembered. To this day, Watt lies on the seabed off the coast of Long Island. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua, proudly supported by NZ On Air. Learn more at www.coastaccessradio.org.nz
Wellington Access Radio
Matt Taylor, a lawyer from Te Aro Law, gives an overview of different family law areas: family violence, Oranga Tamariki, care of children, divorce/dissolution, spousal maintenance, relationship property, and child support. Plus some tips on working with a lawyer. Resources: - Community Law Centres (https://communitylaw.org.nz/). - Community Law Wellington and Hutt Valley (https://www.wclc.org.nz/): 04 499 2928. - New Zealand Law Society (https://www.lawsociety.org.nz/for-the-public/find-a-lawyer/): 0800 22 30 30. - Ministry of Justice - legal aid (https://www.justice.govt.nz/courts/going-to-court/legal-aid/get-legal-aid/legal-aid-lawyer-finder/): 0800 253 425. - Women's Refuge (https://womensrefuge.org.nz/): 0800 733 843. - Ministry of Justice (https://www.justice.govt.nz/family/), including Parenting Through Separation providers: 0800 224 733. - Fairway Family Dispute Resolution mediation (https://www.fairwayresolution.com/help-for-you/family): 0800 77 44 20. - Inland Revenue Department (IRD) (https://www.ird.govt.nz/child-support): 0800 227 774. - Counselling by phone or text: 1737.
Ula Su'i Fefiloi is dedicated to entertaining, informing, empowering, and building resilience in the Pasifika and wider community in the Wellington Region.
Viv continues reading a new story, The Day I Fell Into A Fairytale. An enjoyable weekly story time, read by Viv Bailey. Viv takes the listener through a book of her choice designed for the young and young at heart.
Fresh FM
Good music and information about youth-oriented events and opportunities in The Tasman District.
Otago Access Radio
In this episode of Between the Lines, Aahana discusses the narrative explored by Noah Kahan in his new single The Great Divide, and how it can be linked back to his previous song Orange Juice. Through this narrative, she explores ideas about friendships, loss, and the distance that grows between people. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Lydia continues their discussion of Frankenstein (2025). This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Radio Hawkes Bay
Twin Spin jazz with a theme that links the two tracks together
C-Zone with Simon Howard brings all things funny and theatrical to the airwaves, celebrating the Capital's Arts and Theatre scenes.
Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.
Exploring the diversity of disability issues.
Hosted by Iris, a 17 year old from Wellington High School, Cigarettes Will Kill You is your go-to music radio show. Each week, Iris focuses on a new genre of music, as well as a couple of cheeky little segments of her own!
Access Radio Taranaki
Learn more about how we got to where we are now - we discuss the religious attitudes towards animals, the early vegetarian societies and how veganism became more accepted in mainstream society.
News and views on the political landscape in Aoteoroa with Chris Hipkins, Catherine Wedd and Cushla Tangaere-Manuel
A 5 minute catch up with Karen from the SPCA.
Women's health and well-being.
Plains Media
"How do groups with substantial financial backing and culty tendencies respond at times to criticism? Sometimes they can use legal mechanisms in ways that function to suppress or discourage public criticism. This week we hear from Cheryl Hope Bawtinheimer and Braden Simmons about Cheryl’s current legal challenge with the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, and we ask: when whistleblowing is followed by litigation, what impact does that have on speech, accountability, and public participation?"
Nell Mitchell is a name that is recognised throughout Taranaki when it comes to healing and well being. Remedy in Stratford is her business and she chats about how its evolved and the services this amazing team provides.
Songs impossible to forget, New Orleans tunes 50 years apart, a Charles Mingus journey and reflective music all feature Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new.
In this episode, host Julie Woods talks with Mark Inglis about his experiences as a disability entrepreneur in New Zealand. Mark reflects on his journey from losing both legs to frostbite to becoming an Everest summiteer, Paralympic medallist and global disability advocate. He also discusses the mission of Limbs4All, supporting disabled communities in Nepal and Cambodia, and shares insights into resilience, adaptive leadership and the mindset that has shaped his life and work. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Mandy Hager - 1:40 Vanessa Young - 19:10 Lana Hart - 39:00
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Arrow FM
The snake on the pole and amazing snake stories! Songs and Stories for children and everyone.
Free FM
Music from Brasil, celebrating Carnaval – from old tunes and marchinhas to samba school hits, north to south of Brasil! Musical Journeys is a way to share and pay respect to various cultural and musical movements from across the globe, and is shared with us from our friends at Raglan Community Radio.
Marlaina Curtis from Marlaina's Kitchen discusses the challenges of being a working mom with guests Alice Cane and Kimberly Olsen. Alice, mum of four sons, shares her morning routine, which includes exercising and organizing her family's schedules. Kimberly, a JP and mother, emphasizes the importance of making time for oneself and staying organized. Both highlight their involvement in a fundraising gala at St Pius on March 15th, which aims to raise funds for a space for children to meditate. The event features various activities, food stalls, and raffles, encouraging community support.
Join Thomas Spring for Total Wellbeing NZ, a programme about about Health and Wellbeing. Thomas will look at topics like Feldenkrais, Yoga, Meditation, Stress Management and Mindfulness.
Hear church news, community activities, singing and music. Learn about life, social and support services locally and across Aotearoa
Featuring Roberta Flack - cat Stevens - Daniel Boone and more
Entertaining Angels Unaware at Dunedin Fringe - Writer and director Penelope Hare previews the inaugural production from Double Take Productions. Entertaining Angels Unaware features as part of a busy Dunedin Fringe Festival programme. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
In this episode, Arina reflects on the special month of Ramadan - and how it's not just about fasting - it's a detox of our spiritual, emotional and physical being. Also for those curious - some ways you can support a Muslim friend during Ramadan! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Know Your Stuff NZ is a charitable trust working to reduce preventable harm caused by drugs in Aotearoa. Their primary focus is the drug checking service offered at events and festivals. Kirsten Gibson and Lachlan Ayers tell us more. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Peter presents a taste of the sixties with the best of sixties music. It's simply sensational!
Pat Corkery is the new host for the iconic Southland radio programme, Old Folks At Home. Each week he plays a selection of music aimed to bring back fond memories for our older generation.
Dive into captivating stories, insightful discussions, and curated music on Radio Southland.
Join expat Southlander Lorraine for her latest European news report!
For the next two episodes I’m going to be taking a closer look at some new favourites and this week it’s music from pianists Julia Hamos and Jeremy Denk, songwriter and composer Marc Blitzstein, soprano Isabel Schicketanz and Sweden’s Gavle Symphony Orchestra. Julia Hamos performs Charles Mingus - Myself When I Am Real William Sharp and Steven Blier perform Marc Blitzstein - The New Suit Isabel Schicketanz performs Adam Krieger - Der Liebe Macht herrscht Tag und Nacht Jeremy Denk performs Claude Debussy - Images, Book 1, L. 110: No. 1, Reflets dans l’eau Avi Avital, Between Worlds Ensemble and Marina Heredia perform García Lorca, Solinís: Canciones españolas antiguas: No. 10, Zorongo Julia Hamos performs György Ligeti - Etudes, Book 1: No. 4, Fanfares Gavle Symphony Orchestra performs Max Reger - Romantic Suite, Op. 125
This week we break the fourth wall. The music KNOWS you are listening as we peak and trough into distopian and utopian dreamscapes. Winding and wandering, the journey seemed to weave itself this week.
Old and new Tongan music, education updates, health information, positive parenting segments, news.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Two hours of the blues with Sian Weggery, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
A weekly programme about Muslim faith, culture, and social activities
"In this episode of Namaste Nepal, host Puru Timsina shares updates on upcoming Nepali community events happening across New Zealand. From cultural programs such as Nepal Festival to community gatherings and concerts, the episode keeps listeners informed about what’s coming up and how to get involved. Puru also plays and talks about some of his favourite Nepali songs, sharing personal picks and the stories or memories behind them. A perfect mix of community connection and great music."
Catch up with Scott each week to find out what he has been up to and hear some of his favourite songs
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 radio show/podcast from Radio Viti New Zealand looking at events and personalities in the Fijian community in Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Filipino language, culture, tourism and upholds universal diplomacy.
