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.
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Radio Hawkes Bay
Earth Magic is a seasonal audio program based in Aotearoa New Zealand, following the turning of the year through a Southern Hemisphere lens.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Nathan fills in for Aaron and joins Brian for a busy roundup of local and national sport, including Manawatū rugby semifinals and upcoming finals, Manawatū hockey results, netball scores across multiple grades, Central Football results and draws, and the latest NRL and NRLW action. The episode also features Kiwi music from The Black Seeds with “So True,” RÜFÜS with “Like an Animal,” and Broods with “Too Proud.” Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.
Plains Media
"Faatauaina o Aiga" or in English "Focus on the Family"
Otago Access Radio
Dr Barb talks Myth-busting, De-extinction and the ancient environments and ecosystems of New Zealand with Palaeogeneticist Associate Professor Nic Rawlence. Nic has an undergraduate degree and Master of Science from Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, a PhD from the University of Adelaide (Australia). He then worked as a postdoctoral fellow in Australia (University of Adelaide) and New Zealand (University of Waikato and University of Otago) before taking up a permanent position as a Lecturer in Ancient DNA in the Department of Zoology at the University of Otago in 2017. His research focuses on reconstructing past ecosystems and testing for the impact of climate change and humans on these ecosystems. He uses ancient DNA, palaeontology and archaeology to address research questions. https://theconversation.com/profiles/nic-rawlence-392371/articles https://pmscienceprizes.org.nz/ This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Learn more about the Compassionate Community initiative here in Hawke's Bay and meet some of the people behind it.
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
Kapiti College 1st XV Captain Riley Dickey selected, 2026 Electra Business and Innovation Awards Finalists named, Bucket Tree tops national leaderboard, Kids Online Safety event at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, new regional plan strengthens ability to manage emergencies, and extra trains for All Blacks match – passengers advised to plan ahead. A timely update each week bringing you the highlights of local events and happenings at Kapiti from www.kcnews.co.nz.
Access Radio Taranaki
Join Tracey as she catches up with talented Taranaki artist **Lisa Newsome**, who has just been announced as a finalist in the **World of WearableArt Awards** for this year's spectacular **GLO** show in Wellington. Lisa shares the story behind her creative journey, balancing life as an artist with careers as a teacher aide and hairdresser, and reflects on where her inspiration comes from. The conversation also explores her lifelong love of dance, her pride in seeing both of her daughters attend the **New Zealand School of Dance**, and the experiences that continue to shape her creativity. It's an inspiring conversation celebrating local talent, passion and perseverance. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to hear from one of Taranaki's creative stars before the world sees her work on the WOW stage!
Fresh FM
Women from All Over The Globe Sing Songs
Richard is joined for a run-down of the week's most popular news items by Jen Wilson from the PSA This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Sharing about Puaka and values for our celebrations. Tausaga Fou; Si'osi'omaga; Faiga-Faatoaga; Tu ma Aga; Faamanatuina o e ua fai atu. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Take a look at Paul's solo career where we sample some more of this great songwriter's work.
Arrow FM
Serving Wairarapa Fijian Communities.
Features Matariki + Sue Barker Legal expert at Sue Barker Charities Law re Changes in NGO Legislation from 5 April 2026
News and views on the political landscape in Aoteoroa with Chris Hipkins, Katie Nimon Catherine Wedd and Cushla Tangaere-Manuel
We chat with Kiwi musicians, authors and other creative people about their passions.
Chrissie talks to NZ Musician Mihirangi Watihi on Music, change, Ai, Spotify & Attenborough
A quasi-weekly podcast comprised of all Hugh's featured tracks for the past week. This week: Welcomer "Impossible", Watercolour "Loose Ends" , After Expiry "Hit", The Wooden Box Band "Broken River", Rā Charmian "Matariki e ara"
Sanganatham features news, current affairs, interviews, arts and music.
Radio Southland
Millsy is back with a special Matariki long weekend episode of Millsy Rocks - and this week it is all about fresh bands you probably have never heard of, or just haven't hit your radar yet. New music out of Perth, Hamilton, Tucson, Athens, Stockholm, and more. Thrash, heavy metal, rock n roll, experimental, doom, psychedelic - and that is just the tip of the iceberg. The perfect soundtrack for the long weekend, on Radio Southland.
Enjoy an hour of classical music with Pat Corkery!
Daryl Shuttleworth is back with Live Life Live and this week part one of a special two part feature on Mikey Havoc - one of New Zealand's most iconic rock broadcasters and musicians. Daryl brings live tracks and digs into the story of a figure who has left a lasting mark on NZ rock culture, backed by his own stories from nearly 50 live acts witnessed firsthand and the best live rock and metal from around the world.
João, Amanda & Louisa discuss what's been happening in the community and play some music!
In this episode, Khirad speaks with Hon Ingrid Leary, Member of Parliament for Taieri. Their conversation explores Ingrid’s work as a community leader, what inspired her to serve people, and what it is like to represent a local community in Parliament. Khirad also asks fun and thoughtful questions about childhood dreams, kindness, courage, favourite places, and advice for young people. This warm and inspiring episode encourages children to stay curious, use their voice, care about others, and believe that they can make a difference in the world. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - https://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
We have heard of Mother Nature — but what about Nana Nature? This episode explores the idea that connecting to nature also means connecting to the intergenerational hands that helped raise us. Host Nam reflects on a key essence of Matariki and what it means to acknowledge those who came before us. Drawing on childhood memories spent in nature with her nana (grandpa) and nani (grandma), Nam shares how those moments shaped who she is today — weaving together whakapapa, memory, and the natural world into a heartfelt reflection on connection and gratitude. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
An interview with Moewai Rauputi Marsh about her new podcast Putiputi Pod, her journey of reconnecting with her younger self, and how Te Ao Māori has shaped her sense of belonging. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
In this episode, Ajax explores Matariki, the Māori New Year and the star cluster that holds deep cultural, historical, and scientific meaning. Ajax discovers the stories behind the nine stars, their connections to nature and people, and the traditions that make Matariki a special time of remembrance and reflection. This episode reveals how a group of stars can connect generations, cultures, and our understanding of the universe. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Eddie and Glenn celebrate the golden voice of Roberta Flack, exploring the singer and pianist’s emotive ballads, timeless phrasing, and defining place in 1970s popular music. This episode features classics including “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face,” “Killing Me Softly,” and “Feel Like Making Love,” alongside collaborations with Donny Hathaway and selections from albums such as “First Take,” “Killing Me Softly,” and “Roberta Flack featuring Donny Hathaway.” Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.
A few musical collaborations and other stunning longer tunes for relaxed, smooth listening. 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
This episode is for the birds as it is that time of year for the New Zealand Garden Bird Survey. Jon likes to have a theme running through his mainly music show. 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
We’re tuning into the obscure frequencies of 1966-68 with a 🇪🇸 Spanish Pretty Things cover, 🇲🇽 Mexican Beatles cover, 🇬🇧 British Who cover, and lots more before we bring proceedings to a close with a 🇲🇽 Mexican CCR cover. It’s a wide-angle view of a decade that never stopped screaming.. 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].
Xan Angel FK shares a lively mix of music, performance stories, and personal updates, reflecting on Angel 1111’s win at the Kiwi Cover Song Competition heat in Whanganui, open mic performances at the Whanganui Musicians Club, and the evolving live sound of the project. The episode features tracks including Dane’s “PQC,” Angel 1111’s cover of “Pretty Girl,” Hunters and Collectors’ “Run Run Run,” Angel 1111’s “Angel Wildflower,” the House Cats remix of The Cure’s “Love Cats,” Signal Path’s “Mora Meta,” and Latex Bride’s “Pussycat,” alongside a heartfelt update on Sinbad the cat’s health scare and recovery. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.
Barangay New Zealand is your Filipino home, away from home – your connection to the homeland. Tune in every Tuesday for an hour of Pinoy music and information.
Wellington Access Radio
The second half of the 20th century was notable for popular and contemporary music of an enduring quality.
Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ
Keep in touch with health news, with interviews, information, community updates.
Following a major restructuring of New Zealand's road safety education programme in the late 1980s, Angela found herself navigating an unexpected career transition. In this career vignette, she reflects on the challenges of change, the opportunities that emerged through driver education, and the experiences that helped shape her professional journey. From community programmes and defensive driving courses to army training in Waiouru, this is a story about resilience, reinvention, and embracing new directions when life takes an unexpected turn. Write your Story is a series of stories, written and narrated by their authors. These "new" authors bring us a story they have put together recently and share with us all. 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
Ka kohikohia ngā taonga toi Māori - mai i ngā rā o mua tae noa ki ēnei rā tōnu - hei kai mā ngā tāringa. Audio treasures, including waiata and stories, from the past and present Māori world are shared to enrich our wairua.
How important is ongoing monitoring in rewilding? Should we be aiming to preserve nature to an historical biodiversity target? And, how can humans be part of a rewilded world? In this episode of Rewilding in Action (which follows on from Episode 35), Maureen Howard continues her deep dive with Professor Steve Carver from the University of Leeds into the IUCN’s five rewilding guidelines, as well as what distinguishes passive rewilding from other types of rewilding. This episode contains the song of the European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) recorded by Paul Driver in Hertsfordshire, England, XC70124. Accessible at www.xeno-canto.org/70124. Many thanks to RIBBONWOOD NURSERIES (www.ribbonwoodnurseries.co.nz) for kindly sponsoring this episode and many thanks to OAR FM for airing it. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
1. The Specials 2. Boy & Bear 3. Semisonic 4. Mel Parsons 5. The Doobie Brothers 6. Katie Melua 7. Tedeschi Trucks Band 8. Beth Orton 9. The National 10. Jack White 11. Jools Holland And Tom Jones 12. Guided By Voices 13. Seasick Steve 14. The Veils 15. Muse
News, music and the stories of your neighbours
Join John MacDonald in the Community Drive #TheHuttZone on Thursday the ninth of July 2026 at 5pm on Wellington Access Radio 106.1FM for a variety hour of Hutt Valley stories, history, people, music and poetry. There’s plenty of Hutt Valley High School “One Hundred Years” stories – hear about the 7-8 August school alumni events from current Principal Denise Johnson, and more in our 2015 history series with centenarian Eileen Smeaton sharing her memories of Hutt Valley Schools in the 1920s and 30s. We also talk with Lower Hutt Seido Karate Dojo Club’s Jason Stapp on this popular family orientated martial art and their upcoming tournament in Tokyo. We’ve poetry from last year’s Upper Hutt Libraries poetry competition – Keara Symmans and her shortlisted poetry “Connection” read by Trentham’s Arlene Croft. And there’s plenty of local music to round out the hour – Hutt Valley High School pupils perform the school Waiata “E Tipu” and we hear a medley from the Upper Hutt Pipe Band. SECTIONS Poem – 1’09” – Keara Symmans “Connection” History – 2’28” – Eileen Smeaton 100 years ago memories of Hutt Schools (2015) Feature Story – 13’32” – Denise Johnson – Hutt Valley High School August 100 Year Gathering Music – 30’08” – Hutt Valley High School Students – “E Tipu” Feature Story – 33’00” – Jason Stapp – Lower Hutt Seido Karate Dojo Club Music – 45’46” – Upper Hutt Pipe Band – Medley
This week we will be showcasing artists you may not have heard or that need a little bit more recognition and time in the limelight. Tune in to see what we are playing today! Free range tracks from an extensive collection.
Get ready to lace up, because this episode is all about sport! The hosts share their favourite sports and sporting heroes, then dig into some fascinating facts about the Olympics. They're also joined by Green School's own Whaea Haley, who chats about her lifelong love of PE and what keeps her so passionate about sport. Whether you're a die-hard sports fan or still working out which team to support, this one will get your heart racing.
The clue to this week's subject is very much in the title - four crispy dishes starting with Cantonese Crispy Pork Belly, followed by Crispy Potato Topped Chicken then on to a Crispy Crust Pizza with The Lot (!) and finishing with Crispy Lamb Fillets with Mango Sauce. Music from George Harrison. Presented by Gail Hall with co-hosts Peter Fleming, Gail presents a wide range of recipes from the decadently delicious through to gorgeously healthy eating. 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
We preview the brand new track from Ardon England 'Whai Mai Rā', plus new music from Simona Castricum and UCHE YARA.
