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
A conversation with Alayna about her music and her albums, including her new release Set Her Free. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests. 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
Otago Access Radio
Dunedin-based poet and writer Ocean Jades joins to talk about language, vulnerability, and creative instinct. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Wellington Access Radio
‘Someone cares’ is a faith-based programme for family and community of all ages. It's focus is on the spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental empowerment of the community through the Christian teaching and values of love and respect.
Arrow FM
The art and science of living well.
Aratoi's Collector Curator Jo Torr and Janine Wallace (née Maroulis) who won the first Miss Golden Shears Beauty Pageant in 1971. They will be discussing the Social History exhibition Miss Golden Shears & Maroulis Gowns which is kindly sponsored by Anneka Billing and John McKenna from Property Brokers Wairarapa and is exhibited in the Tranzit Group gallery.
Radio Southland
From historic homesteads to treasured taonga, Heritage South is all about honouring the people, places, and moments that shaped our region.
Radio Hawkes Bay
Highlights and stories from around Hawke’s Bay, relevant to Social Services and Early Childhood education – what's new, what's on top and other news.
Events listings for Wellington, Porirua, and the Hutt Valley.
In this visit to The Groove Yard we have some more proto-Garage Rock, The Rolling Stones, a double up of Motown double plays, a triple shot of Northern Soul, Elvis Costello drops by as does Mink DeVille and Wreckless Eric plus more. Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs, and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century. 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
A vibrant conversation series featuring two friends who embrace every moment with curiosity and joy.
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
In the first of three parts, Buddhist nun Ani Kunzang talks about her life that lead her to becoming a Buddhist nun. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Jesus first miracle at a wedding, some wedding stories and unusual wedding customs from around the world. Songs and Stories for children and everyone.
Access Radio Taranaki
Minkyung teaches Korean today about ‘Hospital 1.’ You can listen again on www.accessradiotaranki.com and Spotify Kowicorner. There are vocabulary to learn. 접수를 하다 to register -> 기다리다 to wait -> 체온을 재다 to take one's temperature-> 진료를 하다/받다 to provide/receive a medical consultation 치료를 하다/받다 to provide/receive treatment, 엑스레이를 찍다 to take an x-ray, 주사를 놓다/맞다 to give/get an injection, 수술을 하다/받다 to perform/undergo surgery, 처방을 하다/받다 to prescribe/ receive a prescription , 약 medicine , 신분증 identification card, 처방전 prescription 저희 we/our (humble form of 우리) 처음 first time 전화번호 phone number 보호자 guardian 진료실 consultation room 부르다 to call 문법 /Grammar ‘-(으)면’ is attached to verbs or adjectives to show that the preceding content is a condition or assumption for the following content. 받침 ○ : -으면 : 먹다 → 먹으면 받침 ×, 받침 ‘ㄹ’: - 면 : 아프다 → 아프면 살다 → 살면 Lastly, There will be pronounced practice. The consonants ‘ㄷ, ㅌ, ㅅ, ㅆ, ㅈ, ㅊ’ are pronounced differently in the initial position but are all pronounced as unreleased [ㄷ] in the final position.
AI will soon help do the grunt work in calculating treatments for breast cancer. AI is already assisting overseas for breast screening and it is soon to be in NZ. This does not replace humans, but it will free up specialised medical staff and further reduce waiting times and alleviate stress on the health system. We also hear about the new digital booking system for screening appointments - which will remove barriers in women not attending screening due to the inflexibility of the current system. Early detection of this cancer is vital and the booking system will ensure women have a choice of when there appointment is rather than it be scheduled for them without consultation and potentially putting off screening. The Cancer Society discuss topics around cancer awareness and cancer prevention, what's on in Kāpiti and how can we stay well. 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 morning on The HeARTy Breakfast Bryan is joined by the amazing Jamie Allen as a guest co host for the next two weeks. Joining them is the crew from Wildlife.ai and the 800 Trust who have been recently names as finalists for the NZ High Tech Awards. Plus the legendary Patsy Commerford joins them to chat about what's happening at the TET Kings Theatre Stratford.
Fresh FM
energy and the economy - minerals and the economy - water and the economy - gravel and the economy - the climate crisis and the economy - “the economy” and the economy https://climatemattersnz.substack.com/p/climate-matters-148 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xW3oveI8Q1xAjlsliozXTDv5yPfx5OSG/view https://www.democracyproject.org.nz/p/democracy-briefing-the-electricity?utm_campaign=email-post-title&utm_medium=email https://unece.org/sites/default/files/2023-02/1.%20Simon%20Michaus-Challenges%20and%20Bottlenecks%20for%20the%20Green%20Transition.pdf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKzsjvRVkik https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/588902/moa-point-disaster-exposes-deeper-problems-public-health-experts-warn https://itbrief.co.nz/story/exclusive-sustainability-expert-warns-nz-must-reassess-data-centre-water-use https://economy.ac/news/2025/09/202509279542 https://climatemattersnz.substack.com/p/climate-matters-146 https://www.thepost.co.nz/business/360475752/nzs-gritty-problem-insatiable-appetite-gravel https://cdn.ymaws.com/concretenz.org.nz/resource/resmgr/docs/conf/2019/s3_p4.pdf https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/climate-risk-insurance-future-capitalism-g%C3%BCnther-thallinger-smw5f/ https://www.newscientist.com/article/2518268-shift-in-the-gulf-stream-could-signal-ocean-current-collapse/ https://www.bas.ac.uk/news/antarctic-bottom-water-shrinking-warming/ https://www.bcg.com/press/12march2025-economic-case-climate-investment https://www.bcg.com/publications/2025/investing-in-climate-action https://surplusenergyeconomics.wordpress.com/
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Free FM
Created by Free FM, Hamilton, New Zealand
Welcome Comrades to an hour of news and commentary from a far-left perspective.. Produced at Free FM, Hamilton, NZ
Plains Media
We feature an article written by New Zealander Dr Kat Eghdamian: "Making sense of it - how spirituality can help you navigate everyday problems."
Historical namesakes. Putting the yurei to rest. The lamb orphans.
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Out and About With the Canterbury Horticultural Society
Tune in to Feel The Vibe FM, your morning destination for the South Indian community! Hosted by Maneesh Muraleedharan, this show features a vibrant mix of music, entertainment, and current affairs in Malayalam and Tamil. Enjoy songs, interviews, and engaging discussions tailored for our audience. For inquiries, suggestions, or to get in touch, email: maneesh@vibe.co.nz
Financial news through the lens of Stewart Group’s expert Financial Advisers.
Some bands got the chords right; some bands... didn't. This week, we celebrate the beautiful chaos of a bedrock garage track – and explore covers from the UK, Colombia and France. It’s a celebration of the misunderstood, the re-imagined, and the flat-out wild versions of the world’s favorite garage track! It’s a border-crossing fuzz-fest you won’t want to miss. 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].
Community Notices for Kapiti and Horowhenua, broadcast on Coast Access Radio.
Nice Work If You Can Get It - Cast members Jack, Jasmine and Lucy from Bayfield High School's upcoming production Nice Work If You Can Get It preview the prohibition-era musical featuring compositions by George and Ira Gershwin. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
This weeks episode: All about House (and house adjacent)! A few wicked artists and tracks to add to your library.
Arts practitioners from Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond discuss their work, their journeys and those important issues that affect us all. 90 minutes of frank, open discussion, great music, inspiring thoughts and fascinating projects!
In this episode, Laura and Sophie chat with Melissa Hannan From the workshop floor to empowering women across New Zealand, Melissa shares how she’s breaking barriers in the automotive world through Girls ’N’ Gasoline, creating a supportive, no-judgement space where women can learn, build confidence, and take control of their vehicles.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
An hour of 80s music with Adam Claydon, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Albert Chan presents musical classics from the 1930’s to the 70’s. Vinyl Revival is full of nostalgia, rarities and rich in information about artists and their music.
A religious programme for the Christian Orthodox community and all those interested in Orthodoxy. The programme covers spiritual discussions, readings, hymns and notices.
From Pōneke the programme includes Irish news, local events and activities with an Irish flavour as well as interviews and live music from visiting Irish musicians, book and movie reviews, and political views/reviews.
Providing lively coverage of news, politics, activities, interviews and music for queer women and non-binary folk.
Samoa Ala Mai is a Christian programme to encourage, unite, and advise the Samoan community. It aims to cheer up the elderly, discourage family violence, strengthen marriage, and encourage people to be good citizens of New Zealand.
O Le Fetu Ao is a spiritual and religious programme broadcast in the Samoan Language, presented live by a group of ordained Lay-Preachers and a Choir from The Samoan Methodist Church in Hataitai, Wellington.
Although Morris is in the UK, the boys caught up before he departed to chat about how watching football for Morris can get him riled up. His day can be ruined by how the game went and is this normal? They chat about game etiquette and how the crowds respond to what happens on and off the field.
Religious programme in Samoan for the Seventh-day Adventist community in Porirua.
Gospel songs and messages from the Holy Scripture, in Tagalog Cebuano and English.
Christian themed sermon and music with Pastor Joel Shoaf
Expert advice and support on how to thrive in the Senior years.
Reaching Out is a programme in Samoan for the Seventh-Day Adventist community in Porirua.
The Niuean Community programme is all about positively fostering and promoting aspects of the Niuean culture, language, and traditions, so that Niueans are unified in progress and prosperity.
