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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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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Plains Media
For the last episode of 2025, I am yet again with the amazing Thomas Brocherie! Thomas expands on what he spoke about in the first episode and says some more very cool things. Go listen to the first episode and this one to find out very cool things about Thomas Brocherie! In this episode, you will also hear his Youth Parliament speech and his interview with Breakfast! So make sure to tune into this and the other episodes of Chloe Dilley Seeking Talents.
Radio Hawkes Bay
Awesome forgotten hits spanning the decades.
Free FM
An exploration of modern garage rock legend Ty Segall, including a powerhouse hard rock cover of 'Diddy Wah Diddy' and a newly released live track. Also, a new live in studio version of L.A. psych rockers levitation room's greatest track. 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.
Fresh FM
A weekly chat about what’s happening at State Cinemas in Nelson, with information on current and upcoming films.
Wellington Access Radio
Punaaga Vagahau Niue is a weekly programme to raise awareness of illnesses that surround Niue people here in New Zealand and throughout the world. The show covers what and where to look for help for you and your family.
The Voice Within explores new age beliefs with regular guests.
All things women's health.
Gardening tips and a yummy recipe from Megan Williams
A show for the Cook Islands community, in Cook Islands Māori and English.
Neuro Spicy Holidays Part 2
Otago Access Radio
Zoot Sims and Jimmy Rowles This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Grief - let's not make it weird.
Coast Access Radio
Host Kai and Steph look back on Rotary’s busy end-of-year season: a successful Levin food drive, the launch of Kāpiti’s mini golf project, youth performers, leadership programmes and community events. They also explain how local rangatahi can get involved and what’s coming up over the holidays. This program features news and activities of the Kapiti Rotary Clubs.
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Access Radio Taranaki
Accompanying show description: The Supreme Court have ruled that carers of adults with significant disabilities can be homeworkers and may be entitled to more money than they are currently getting. Listen to the show where the Law Lady breaks down the history that got us to this decision and what it means for those caring for a loved one with a disability. Plus a return of the flashback noise!
New books reviewed
Breakfast news, views and some great music.
Editor and writer Philippa Tucker joins me to talk about how editing is an art, the trust and vulnerability involved and (yes) our grammar pet peeves. Books mentioned in this episode: -Orbital, Samantha Harvey (Vintage) -All Her Lives, Ingrid Horrocks (Te Herenga Waka University Press) -Wonderland, Tracy Farr (The Cuba Press) -Headlands: New Stories of Anxiety, edited by Naomi Arnold (Te Herenga Waka University Press) -Ulysses, James Joyce (which does have a sentence that is 3,000 words long!)
In this episode, we get the opportunity to learn more about Minnie’s role as the Australia–Pacific Strategy and Partnerships Lead and tok stori about her passion for helping people. Minnie shares the values that guide her decision-making and service to others, and why this work matters so deeply to her. She also offers heartfelt advice to young Pacific people, gifting wisdom and hope for the next generation.
Some great Christmas tunes and some great tracks we have played during the year. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Prof Andrew Geddis from Faculty of Law at Otago University reflects on the recent finding of voter fraud in the Papatoetoe local board elections, and the recent judicial decision to delay the ban on new prescriptions of puberty blockers to treat gender dysphoria in young people. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Bit sized interviews with local artists
Showcasing, the music, news, people and lifestyles of the people of Africa
Country music from New Zealand and around the world
Radio Southland
Favourites Part 3 (S-Z)
Carolyn updates you on goings on for the Association of Blind Citizens Southland Branch!
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!
🕺 Shake out the flares and crank up the classics with The Seventies Show, hosted by Terry! Disco grooves, rock riffs, and soulful favourites — all the hits that shaped a decade. Tune in and relive the rhythm of the 70s. #TheSeventiesShow #RadioSouthland #70sVibes
Dive into captivating stories, insightful discussions, and curated music on Radio Southland.
Oliver is in touch with Ireland with phone reports of all that's happening this week in Ireland, sports news and music.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
For many, Christmas isn't a wonderful time of year. Grief, family conflict, financial pressure and loneliness can make for a sad and stressful season. How do you navigate your way to feeling joy?
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
Katherine Mansfield was one of Aotearoa's most famous short story writers. Influenced by the likes of Virginia Woolf and other writers of her time, her short stories demonstrate a slice of life growing up in NZ at the turn of the 19th Century. Today, The Doll's House features as our first story. The Terrible Screaming is one of Janet Frame's more psychological short stories. From the collection Owls do Cry, this Dunedin writer was open about her own mental health struggles diagnosed with Schizophrenia at a young age.
Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh.
Pat B's UTI
Conversations on human rights in our country
Many vital topics are discussed inc. diabetes, gout, influenza, high blood pressure, heart problems, elder care, Well Child and Mental health matters.
Promoting Malayalee culture
Songs and Artists from across the decades
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.
Celebrating the rich history of Tamil language and literature
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Designed to celebrate and promote the rich cultural heritage of Bengal for the Bengali-speaking community living in New Zealand, this show serves as a bridge between the vibrant traditions of Bengal and the diverse, multicultural landscape of New Zealand.
A half-hour of news from Ireland and good craic with Kevin Reilly, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Max dives into Egg Academy with Kane and Juniper. A podcast with laughs, vibes and exclusive stories no one’s heard.
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.
Join Max and Oaklea as they go into detail about music and movies!
Arrow FM
Special features not connected to regular programmes.