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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Access Radio Taranaki
Join Max for a look at life as a young Taranaki teen.
Fresh FM
Madeleine interviews Sabina and Lily about their jobs as commercial lawyers in Nelson, explaining their love for the job, life as a commercial lawyer, and their thoughts on AI's inevitable future impact on law.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
An hour of award-winning speedway news and views with Chris and Troy, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Plains Media
Breaking down the debates everyone loves to argue about
Classical music
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"
Otago Access Radio
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Coast Access Radio
Long-serving local advocate steps down, Paekākāriki's newest lifesaver, hype for local entries into Burger on a Plate, helping keep Ōtaki’s drinking water safe and reliable, behind the hoardings at Paraparaumu Library, Whāngai adoption book launched, Ōtaki racing keen to collaborate with targeted clubs. A timely update each week bringing you the highlights of local events and happenings at Kapiti from www.kcnews.co.nz.
News from Samoa and around Aotearoa New Zealand
Radio Hawkes Bay
The soundtrack of your life. Big Daddy brings you the greatest hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond
In this episode, host Krystal steps away from the guest chair to share her own story. From a turbulent childhood marked by family violence and years of running from school and home, to the truancy and youth aide officer who showed her what safe boundaries could feel like - Krystal traces the roots of the parenting philosophy she now teaches. She opens up about becoming a mum at 18, the guilt of struggling with postnatal depression and how that journey pushed her into social work and eventually, into helping other whānau build parenting practices rooted in connection, boundaries and healing intergenerational patterns. Honest, vulnerable and grounded in te ao Māori, this is the story behind the podcast.
Sensory challenges can affect so much of a child’s everyday life, from how they move and play to how comfortable they feel in their surroundings. In this episode, Lyndal continues exploring tactile, vestibular and proprioceptive differences, sharing practical ways parents, caregivers and teachers can support children who experience sensory challenges. Drawing on her years of experience, Lyndal offers simple strategies to help children feel more comfortable, confident and able to navigate the world around them.
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
Arrow FM
The best of Brazilian music.
Free FM
Josie Shapiro is an award winning writer whose first 2 novels have been critically acclaimed. She is now working on her 3rd. She talks about how she got cracking on her writing as she managed a young family, and what's coming next.
Former columnist turned fiction writer Megan Nicol Reed has a keen eye for social observation. Her latest book, Other People's Bodies, explores how relationships between a group of friends change as external forces and influences creep in. She speaks with Cate ahead of the Fiction 3 Ways panel for Hamilton Book Month.
This episode takes a fresh look at how we think about retirement, asking whether it is really about reaching a certain age or whether it is better understood as having the freedom to design life on your own terms. Following a brief acknowledgement of the heaviness of the current moment, the conversation explores the idea of becoming a freedom seeker and shares insights from the Rebel Finance School about money, independence, and creating greater choice for the future.
Should you wake a sleepwalker? Do goldfish really have a three-second memory? Can sharks smell a drop of blood from miles away? Paul and Timmy continue busting popular myths, exploring the surprising truth behind sleepwalking, exercise, lemmings, the Sun, goldfish, sharks and more. Some of these "facts" have been fooling people for generations. Paul is a member of Kapiti Kiwis, a support group for local people facing life with disabilities. His topic, will be usually, unscripted. 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
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Alex and MahMah bring you an unfiltered and joyous celebration of life in all its vibrant dimensions.
Songs and Stories for children and everyone.
Nidra Cauldron is a live recorded practice with people in the room and on zoom. Everyone has the opportunity to put their words, wishes and intentions into the cauldron so that I can weave them into the nidra. There were delicious words this month - soft fascination, being in a hammock, "I have done enough" and soaking up the juice of life. This practice is 30 mins long. If you ever wish to send in your wishes then hop onto my website before the new moon each month and get in touch!
Dr Liesel Mitchell is one of the panelists for an upcoming evening of conversation about women's health in midlife. Liesel previews the event. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Gardening tips and a yummy recipe from Megan Williams
News and views on the political landscape in Aoteoroa with Chris Hipkins, Katie Nimon Catherine Wedd and Cushla Tangaere-Manuel
Tyrese was at the helm this morning, with Bryan, and there was plenty of great local kōrero to get the day underway! 🎙️ We were joined by Labour candidate for New Plymouth, Amanda Clinton-Ghodes, who popped into the studio for a chat about our community and what matters to the people of New Plymouth. 📰 Will Johnson from Stuff/Taranaki Daily News was back to share what’s been making the local headlines this week, along with a catch-up on all things Taranaki sport. 🎭 And we welcomed some of the talented cast from Spotswood College’s upcoming production of Beauty and the Beast! They gave us a sneak peek into the magic they’ve been creating and what audiences can look forward to when the curtain goes up.
Electronic music culture from jungle to dub, from garage to tech house and everything in between.
NZ International Film Festival - NZIFF Festival Manager Matt Bloomfield previews the festival which runs in Dunedin until 30 August. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Music and History of Popular Classics with Kevin James
A quasi-weekly podcast comprised of all Hugh's featured tracks for the past week. This week: Flamingo Pier "Cool Nights", Emily Bateman "Apprehension", Same Name Confusion "This Family Counts Calories", and Gareth Thomas "Lilly Knows Electricity" Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air
Sanganatham features news, current affairs, interviews, arts and music.
Daryl Shuttleworth is back with Live Life Live and this week the spotlight falls on Bryan Adams, one of Canada's greatest rock exports and a man who has proven time and again that he was born to be on stage. Daryl brings live tracks from across Bryan Adams' incredible career alongside his own stories from nearly 50 live acts witnessed firsthand and the best live rock and metal from around the globe. From Summer of 69 to Wembley Stadium - this one is a crowd pleaser.
Pat Corkery is back with Light Bright and Classical, your weekly hour of beautiful classical music on Radio Southland. This week Pat brings a handpicked selection of sweeping orchestral works and delicate compositions spanning the great composers and the timeless pieces that have moved audiences for centuries. The perfect soundtrack for whatever your day looks like.
Carl "Millsy" Mills is back on Millsy Rocks and this week the house hunting odyssey continues - is the news good or bad? Only Millsy knows. Alongside the update everyone has been waiting for, Millsy brings two hours of rock and metal including some great tracks from 1986, two songs from albums considered essential in the thrash metal genre, and all the regular features you know and love. Enough rock and metal to satisfy any appetite.
João, Amanda & Louisa discuss what's been happening in the community and play some music!
In today’s episode, we have the last part of our interview with Br Hadwan Al Alerdy, an educator and leader with a rich background spanning technology, teaching, and school management, originally from Syria. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
As we are entering into NZ Children's Book Week, let us talk about one perfect book series! Who could be a better guest for this special occasion than Cam, a fantastic 10 year old reader, because we are celebrating in style! Parishay sits down with Cam to discuss his absolute favourite pick, diving headfirst into the mysterious and gloomy world of Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire. From decoding secret messages to dodging the villainous Count Olaf and his absolutely terrible disguises, this episode is packed with non stop suspense. Discover exactly why this epic 13 book saga keeps readers totally hooked despite the tragic tales. Plus, listen in as Cam takes on a hilarious survival game to see if he can outsmart the main villain using only everyday objects! Grab your magnifying glasses, tune in, and get ready to uncover the truth behind the VFD. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
An eclectic music (and sometimes comedy) show from Eddie, Matt, and Glen and their extensive vinyl collections, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Diving into longer studio album tracks which may not be familiar, but they're good! 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
Three certified classics give you a taste of the era, but the main event is down in the muck. We fulfill the Retrospect mandate by plumbing the absolute depths of obscurity—where the fuzz is heavier, the sitars are weirder, and the records are practically mythical. 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].
This month Mel is joined by Colin from Smiley Science to kōrero about science communication and have a mild existential panic (on Mel's part) about the vastness of the universe. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Reggae roots and dub. Top record labels, Wackies reissues, DJ Crate weapons
Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ
Mo’ui lelei – Tali tali lelei the 100% Tongan language programme bringing you local, national and international news that matters to the Tongan community.
Keep in touch with health news, with interviews, information, community updates.
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.
In this episode, Rosemary Dennis reflects on the lives of her parents, June and Bernie, sharing heartfelt memories of growing up in Christchurch and the lasting influence they had on her life. Through stories filled with humour, resilience and family traditions, Rosemary paints a vivid picture of two very different personalities whose love, guidance and values continue to shape her today. 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
