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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Radio Hawkes Bay
An hour of happy, groovy tune to get your ears flapping and your toe tapping.
Otago Access Radio
Today I introduce myself AND two books from the Tom Gates series Yes No Maybe... and Excellent Excuses (and other good stuff). This is my first episode so I am a bit nervous. I hope you enjoy Parishays Book Club Where Stories Come Alive! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Plains Media
In this episode of Chloe Dilley Seeking Talents, I am joined by a magical guest! Most people know Charlotte as Lily Peas Blossom as her fairy self! Today, we discover the world underneath the fairy costume and find out so much more about Charlotte! She has so many other talents so make sure to listen in. Tune into this episode of Chloe Dilley Seeking Talents!
Awesome forgotten hits spanning the decades.
Free FM
Oliver plays of selection of "hidden gems" from the wide world of alternative and indie rock. Tune in to hear a unqiue take on alternative blues, Chilean neo-psych, underground Japanese shoegaze and a brilliant solo track from Pavement's Stephen Malkmus. Follow @asonicyouthpodcast on Insta and Facebook. This show is part of the Free FM 89.0 YOUTH ZONE. Made with support of NZ on Air.
The Voice Within explores new age beliefs with regular guests.
All things women's health.
Kiwi music - the Best Of
Dealing with hurdles in life and goals
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.
Do you like books that make you laugh, stories that feel real, or just a great epic adventure? I’m Parishay Khan, and I have a major book obsession! Join me for Parishay’s Book Club on OAR FM Youth Zone! We chat about everything from magical quests and fantasy worlds to awesome comics and doodle-books. Find our episodes on oar.org.nz, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Parishay’s Book Club - where stories come alive!
New books reviewed
Access Radio Taranaki
Want a pet and renting? How do you get consent to have one and when can your landlord refuse? Listen to the Law Lady to find out what reasonable grounds to refuse are, and what kind of reasonable conditions your landlord can impose. Plus, what are pet bonds? These changes apply from 1st December to all tenancies.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.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.
Leonie Anholts, better known as SurfgirlNZ is a Raglan-based surf photographer and educator who’s empowering women to take their places in the surf line-ups. Leo shares how she went from feeling lost in a male-dominated field to creating a thriving platform for women in surf photography — building a movement rooted in community and sisterhood. We talk about the female representation in surf culture, the art of surf photography, and what it really takes to make your passion your purpose.
Fresh FM
Join hosts Michael Bortnick and Grace from our Nelson Studio presenting a breakfast show with a different musical theme each episode.
Gardening tips and a yummy recipe from Megan Williams
Featuring Loverboy - The Boomtown Rats - Brooke Fraser and more
Dr Sriya Kumarasinghe will speak about her poetry and her experiences in literature, along with a selection of her favourite songs. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Deputy Harbour Master Pete Dryden outlines the proposed 2026 Navigation Safety Bylaw currently out for public consultation This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Some great tracks from our featured artist along with The Grateful Dead, Tami Neilson, Sturgill Simpson, The Doors, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, The Flying Burritto Brothers and Johnny Cash. All from the vinyl, just the way great music was meant to be heard. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Prof Andrew Geddis from the University of Otago Faculty of Law previews what he sees as the three issues looming largest in election year This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
We’re catching up with GIBSON XCVIII to talk about their brand-new single “Feeling Lucky.” A feel-good anthem written in a moment when everything finally felt like it was falling into place. Dean and Mark join us to chat about the joy behind the song, how their sound has grown since Serotonin, and what’s next as they head into a big new chapter.
Showcasing, the music, news, people and lifestyles of the people of Africa
Radio Southland
Stefenpon Sitinjak is representing Indonesian culture in New Zealand, he wants to introduce and share new cultures to Southlanders Expect talk about food, culture, lifestyles and different perspectives!
The Seventies Show, This is a new one-hour weekly music show hosted by Terry Toner.
Jean shares music that relaxes the soul and her thoughts about life and culture here in NZ.
A collection of tracks for a summer roadie - Part 1 Next episode: Van Halen served thrice, we go to the wild west, visit the doctor and check in with Alice - who the f*** is Alice?
It’s almost departure time. We ask our guest to choose five pieces of music that soundtrack their lives, music that takes them back, makes them smile, paints a picture or stirs a memory. They are also allowed a book and a luxury item
Planet FM
Oliver is in touch with Ireland with phone reports of all that's happening this week in Ireland, sports news and music.
I’ve heard the global cascade of weeping and gnashing of teeth in regards to our live return to weekly radio after the month of December off to wrap gifts, and also rap at holiday parties. To my surprise, I didn’t feel as rusty as I had anticipated. But the proof is in the audio, heard on air, and via the Free FM website, and podcast portals of mass quantities. Details on our social media website via Facebook. And what did we say? Well,the court stenographer called out sick so there’s no written record of what transpired. The music we played? Another fable altogether! Get ready. A mid-winter large dose of musical hopscotch stars in this sampling. The Chambers Brothers, Burning Spear, Little Joe & the Thrillers, Kamasi Washington, and Stereolab. All the squares get healed!
Maree interviews Mind Empowerment expert Sonia McIndoe about her coaching business and new retreat venture. We discussed the validity of New Years resolutions and whether we are just setting ourselves up to fail.
Janma Bhoomi aims to keep Singhalese in touch with their motherland and educate the younger generation born here about the history and nature of Sri Lanka
Regan Drew Barsdell, a novice New Zealand writer living between the sea and the mountains, draws on personal experience to create evocative, original fiction — his short story The Hole, which placed runner-up in the 2017 New Zealand Writers College (NZWC) Short Story Competition, uses a deceptively simple image of a hole in the ground to carry the weight of loss, memory and regret. Meanwhile John Drennan — who after years working in newspapers and logistics began writing more seriously and placed first runner-up in the 2010 NZWC competition — offers Expunge, a story of sudden, dramatic loss when a catastrophic event destroys the lives around the narrator, forcing him to reckon with grief, destruction, and the fragility of everyday life. In combining Barsdell’s reflective, character-driven sorrow with Drennan’s visceral portrayal of disaster and its aftermath, the two stories — and their authors — show different but equally powerful ways fiction can examine trauma, memory, and what remains after tragedy.
Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh.
Pat B's UTI
We all depend on the public service to access many of our fundamental rights, meet our obligations, and get the information and services we need and are entitled to. Tonight, we explore digital exclusion, what CAB clients are experiencing in this space. The background to the CAB digital exclusion campaign and how you can share your story.
Many vital topics are discussed inc. diabetes, gout, influenza, high blood pressure, heart problems, elder care, Well Child and Mental health matters.
A great cover is musical witchcraft — same ingredients, totally different spell. Join Taryn as she shares the most deliciously unhinged and brilliantly reimagined covers she’s ever discovered. We’re talking rock songs turned into choir pieces, pop bops dragged through the gravel and resurrected, and those rare covers that somehow out-vibe the source material entirely. These are the tracks she’s hunted for, hoarded, obsessed over, and shamelessly forced onto friends for years. Press play and prepare to fall head-over-ears for songs you thought you already knew.
A collection of excerpts from "Versions Tuaono". This week: "The Crescent Maid" by Calie Coppinger, "Poems" by Grace Khoe, "The Wolf and the Bunny" by Jesse Tocker (narrated by Tegan Tocker), and "To Home" by J. Xerfan Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Music, global news and interviews with people from Niue and the Niuean community feature in this weekly hour
Anne Spear presents an hour of her favourite Folk Music, including classics from the past, more recent releases and some great instrumentals.
Arrow FM
Unfiltered and unapologetic stories of health, heart, and Hauora.
Celebrating the rich history of Tamil language and literature
Bienvenidos a todos! Welcome to a show that brings together the best of Latin American and Kiwi culture. Cecilia covers it all, with hot tips, guest interviews with Latin Kiwis here and abroad, and advice to help you live your best life in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
