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.
Whether you’re a government entity, NGO, non-profit, company, or organisation, we can help you tailor your messages to speak directly and authentically to your target audience – in their language.
Now more than ever, local voices need to be heard. We’re building a more inclusive media landscape — one where everyone has access to create, participate, and thrive. But we can’t do it without you.
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Coast Access Radio
Underwater Cameraman and documentary maker Andrew Penniket talks about his newly released book Whales, Snails and Lobster Tales. This amazing memoir is full of stories drawn from 50 years of diving adventures. In this interview Andrew shares some of his extraordinary stories of being under the water to give you a taste of what to expect in this beautiful book. The book is an entertaining read with stunning photographs and will appeal to anyone who loves an adventure, is a nature lover or who has an interest in the sea. The book is available now.
Free FM
TTT gets down to the Sandra of it all with local legend, Freelunch Street Theatre Company founder and creative about town, Sandra Jensen.
Plains Media
Highlights from the Latin Culture Fest 2026 by NZ Latin Community Trust. Capturing the rhythm, flavor, and spirit of the day. Includes on-site interviews and festival moments.
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.
A weekly into New Zealand’s primary industries, exploring farm systems, markets, people and policy through storytelling, science and experience.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Today is the first of 2026’s new interview series with current and ex union delegates. Today’s guest is Josh Jr, ex Workers First delegate. We discuss his beginnings in the union movement, how he was recruited and became a delegate, and his thoughts on the current and future of the union movement in Aotearoa.
Otago Access Radio
Join me and Harry Almey as we talk about the legendary Goon Show! He's directing for the Fringe Festival and it's definitely something you don't want to miss. Grab your grandparents and strap in, we're about to get silly. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
A viral video is currently trending on social media where a penguin walks alone across the ice far away from others.This video is not recent, but it is from a 19-year-old documentary. Directed by German filmmaker Werner Herzog, “Encounters at the End of the World" featured an Adelie penguin walking away from its colony. It is so relatable to human psychology… Many people connected this penguin’s journey with their own feelings, wanting to step away, be alone, or choose a different path. Source:(This video is available on Youtube, and its viral now). This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
" Diamond Harbour resident Katie Cambridge, a dance coach, who uses music and dance to nurture and heal. Katie set up and Unravel Dance, a free style dance group that meets regularly to help connect, relax and have fun using music and dance to move freely, breath, pause. This group is open to anyone and invites participants to spend an hour each week, to venture outdoors in the wonderful surrounds of Stoddart Point in Diamond Harbour to express themselves through movement and dance. "
Tarryn's journey in Ōtautahi shows how asking for help and guidance from others has positive and cultural impacts that extend far beyond the initial question and act. We hear how through seeking out knowledge and experience from others changes perspectives, creates and strengthens cultural movements, and uplifts the people place around us.
Hosts Andrew and Amanda Zambazos talk about the evolution of their favorite Minecraft YouTubers
Wellington Access Radio
This programme is a sharing and discussion of ideas, views, issues, and other important matters related to wellness and wellbeing from a holistic perspective.
Ula Su'i Fefiloi is dedicated to entertaining, informing, empowering, and building resilience in the Pasifika and wider community in the Wellington Region.
Access Radio Taranaki
The Four N’s are arguments used to justify the consumption of animal products. Mark dismantles each of these, today looking at the arguments that consuming animal products is Normal & Nice.
An oral history interview looking at the past and present of Palmerston North and the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Radio Hawkes Bay
An insight into the mysteries of Dyslexia and other learning barriers offering practical solutions to help parents.
C-Zone with Simon Howard brings all things funny and theatrical to the airwaves, celebrating the Capital's Arts and Theatre scenes.
Parkinson's is bad enough for those with the disease, but what about those around us? What impact does this have on our children, does it shape their view, affect their day to day lives? We talk to Kitty's daughter Amelia about her thoughts on living with those affected by changing health. Kitty Fitton is on a mission to prove that disability and illness doesn’t mean the end of life as we know it. She writes about hating exercise, coping with blended families, Parkinsons, and trying to reach the bottom of the laundry basket.
Fresh FM
Paper Plus Nelson book buyer Michaela Smith opens up about how she approaches book reviews, breaking containment on bookstagram, and learning to love reading with dyslexia. Books mentioned in this episode: - The Poppy War, R.F. Kuang (HarperCollins) - Babel, R.F. Kuang (HarperCollins) - Nobody's Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice, Virginia Giuffre (Transworld Publishers) - The Book of Guilt, Catherine Chidgey (Te Herenga Waka University Press) - Pet, Catherine Chidgey (Te Herenga Waka University Press) - The Hunger Games, Suzanne Collins (Scholastic Australia) - Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Rick Riordan (Penguin Random House) - Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, Mary Shelley - 1984, George Orwell - Heated Rivalry, Rachel Reid (HarperCollins)
Psychic and Spiritual Counselling as Gaeil explores various dimensions of the spiritual world
Featuring - The Tremeloes - The Who - The Love Affair and more
Supporting Women in Need
A 5 minute catch up with Karen from the SPCA.
Supporting the wellbeing of older people in our community.
Sharing the love with Rex Lovegrove. A deep and meaningful conversation with Rex, an experienced show maker himself here at ART FM! Listen in to our animated conversation, about the importance of learning how to balance emotional energy - and loving the dance, even when it’s raining.
An exploration of music from the Wellington scene Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new.
Celebrate PNth's multicultural population with the new format over several days of exciting diversity with something for everyone of any age at the Festival of Cultures. Listen for details.
Kate Coughlan - 2:05 Marie Connolly - 20:14 John Prins - 36:00
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden talks with Penny about the end of last year and what is happening in the Horowhenua district. Find the latest political conversations from local MP's in the Otaki and Mana electorates and Local Government representatives from Kapiti and Horowhenua.
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 programme of church news, guests, and a variety of music hosted by John Thornley on behalf of the Wesley Methodist Church on Broadway in Palmerston North, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
"Anna sits down with Aaron Hāpuku from the University of Canterbury for a thoughtful kōrero about Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and why understanding it matters for all of us. Together, they explore how Te Tiriti is not just historical or political, but can guide how we work, parent, lead, and relate to each other every day. This kōrero offers an accessible starting point for anyone wanting to better understand Te Tiriti and feel more confident bringing its values into everyday life."
Arrow FM
Rethinking the cities of the future.
What's above us in space and time. The wonders of our magnificent night sky, from antiquity to the very latest science and news.
Toni Gooch-Johnson, a star from Deluxe Diner, recently spoke with Marlaina on The Access Radio's "Let’s Talk Coffee and Everything in Between." In their conversation, Toni shared her passion for crafting drinks and serving exceptional food, emphasizing the diner’s ethos of providing authentic and fun American cuisine, a philosophy embraced by many satisfied customers who appreciate the vibrant ambiance. Marlaina also announced an exciting competition offering a complimentary American breakfast with drinks of her choice.
Improving outcomes and personal/professional relationships
Hear church news, community activities, singing and music. Learn about life, social and support services locally and across Aotearoa
A show from the Manawatū Tenants' Union looking at housing and rental issues, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Improving patient’s lives through education and awareness about lymphoedema.
In this episode, Malak Tamimi reflects on growing up between Aotearoa New Zealand and Palestine, reconnecting with her homeland, and what everyday life looks like under occupation for her family. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
The latest for the Tongan community – global news, Tongan news and current affairs, interviews, community stories and events.
Radio Southland
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.
Join expat Southlander Lorraine for her latest European news report!
Peter presents a taste of the sixties with the best of sixties music. It's simply sensational!
