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
The Best of the Blues
Students from the learning hub will share stories and talk with people important to Enliven Disability
Wellington Access Radio
Every week Terry showcases local singer/song-writers who play in open mic nights around Wellington
Otago Access Radio
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Holly gives a brief run down on some of the new books just landed at the Athenaeum. Including: Lost Lambs- Madeline Cash. Party Boy- Breton Dukes. Such a Perfect Family- Nalini Singh. The Art of a Lie- Laura Shepherd- Robinson. Colm Toibin - A long Winter. The Black Monk – Charlotte Grimshaw. Some Bright Nowhere- Ann Packer. Mr McGlue- Ottessa Moshfegh. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin oar.org.nz
The young people from Spectrum Care, and what matters to them!
Arrow FM
A peaceful society for all.
Planet FM
From grassroots to international, Eamon covers it all. Here's your weekly fix of commentary and coverage, featuring local legends, full-time fans and dedicated sideliners.
Fresh FM
Eleanor Cave previews the 2023 Japanese Film Monster, screening at State Cinems=as Nelson on Wednesday March 08 at 6pm
Gifted writing and story telling from Cordayne
In this sixth and final episode discover how Julie’s sixth decade began with an accident and what she learned from it. Find out what it was like to speak to a crowd of Vietnamese blind people, and where Julie managed to go to for her 60th country. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Plains Media
Audrey Worsley reads Healther McQuillan's latest book Avis and The Call of The Kraken! The sequal of Avis and The promise of Dragons. Published by Ahoy! An imprint of the Cuba Press 2024.
Join Vivian and Julia for more bi-lingual family fun!
Free FM
An overview of the community groups and social services in the Waikato region.
Songs and stories from the golden age of radio for children of all ages
Radio Southland
Catch the crew from South Alive in Invercargill as they keep you up to date with the many things happening in this special part of our city
Geopolitical turmoil, free fruit and veges, a stack of local events and an awesome mix of music - including two tracks recorded live - feature in this episode of The Fluffy Slipper Lounge
The Weekend Kicker is your go-to show for the latest sports and community updates, insightful analysis, and thrilling game highlights that fuel your sports passion!
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Two hours of heavy metal news, interviews, and (most importantly) music with Terry and Xan, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Music, news, drama, events and guests. Hear the latest events from Auckland's Romanian community.
This week I'll mark some milestones for 60s artists, hopefully have some requests and blast out some favourites of the greatest decade of music ever. Travel back to the greatest decade of music ever. Songs you haven't heard for a while or maybe never before. Tune in and be surprised.
The Friday edition of Malayalam FM features original dramas and stories set to Malayalam music
This week another great mixture of this great form of music known as the blues----some old, some new and everything in-between. Discover the only local show dedicated to the wonderful world of blues; from old to new, slow to fast.
The big names in Brazilian samba and samba rock and their greatest hits in the first half hour of the programme. In the second half, new names in Brazilian Popular Music that have recently emerged or are being launched on the music scene.
Matthew plays his favorite songs and keeps you up to date with what he has been doing with his week.
The show is a weekly get-together of the Nepalese community with updates on local and international events concerning Nepalese, as well as nostalgic and new music.
Access Radio Taranaki
Have a foot-tapping, hip-shaking start to your weekend by grooving to cool African rhythms brought to you by Cheryl Nomvula Mudawarima.
Bate papo semanal sobre o que acontece dentro e fora dos gramados. Conversa de futebol e pra você amante da bola que mora nas cidades da Nova Zelândia.
An hour of important information for Pasifika people in their own languages, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Get ready to be inspired. Empowered. Changed.
In the finale of his series on the scenario of Germany winning World War I, Max plays out the endgame...
The Hutt Zone with John MacDonald focuses on the people, issues, events, and music that shape the Hutt Valley community.
An hour of music and chat in Hindi with Shilpy and Tushar, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Each week we play a themed music program.
Shannon sits down with theatre makers Nikkie Karki and Donna Chapman to talk about Escapegoat, their raw and intimate new work exploring the realities of addiction and the fragile road to recovery. They discuss the stories that inspired the piece, the themes of guilt, resilience, and hope, and how audience feedback is helping shape this developing show. Performing 7 & 14 March at The Refinery ArtSpace.
The Marlborough Multicultural Festival celebrates 20 years of unity, diversity, and belonging with a vibrant week of activities, culminating in the iconic festival day at Pollard Park. Visitors can enjoy delicious ethnic food, traditional dances and music, and a rich showcase of the many cultures that call Marlborough home. One of New Zealand’s largest multicultural events, it’s a free, family‑friendly celebration of community and connection.
We are a group of intersectional feminists, who work together to create a radio show about a range of issues that affect both us and the wider world.
Join Grady and Josh every week as they run down what happened in wrestling in the past 7days.
Rock music with a twist
News and current affairs in Tongan.
A BalanSING, GalanJAH selects foremost from Roots and Fruits of Sisterly Reggae, within a Global Musical Forest.
Shannon catches up with French-born, Wellington-based singer‑songwriter Petit ChouX to talk about her intimate, multilingual music and the romantic, reflective sound she brings to Nelson Fringe. They chat about the storytelling behind her songs, the emotional simplicity she aims for in her performances, and the growing buzz around her hauntingly beautiful voice and melodies. Performing 5 & 6 March at WAA!
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Shannon chats with Christchurch comedian Stephen Lefebvre about LaFev | A Comedy, his sharp and satirical new show diving into bullying, toxic masculinity, religion, health, and geek culture. With his trademark mix of wit, storytelling, and self‑deprecating honesty, Stephen talks about what it means to be “cool,” the life choices that inspire his material, and bringing his comedy to Nelson Fringe for the first time. Performing 5 & 6 March at the Yaza Comedy Club.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - https://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
This episode of FactBeast with Ajax taught us that starting at a new school can feel challenging, but those challenges can be managed with small, positive steps. We learned practical ways to handle common struggles like making friends, understanding new schoolwork, fitting in, and responding to bullying by speaking up and asking for help. Most importantly, the episode reminded us that being patient, staying true to ourselves, and showing kindness can help us grow and find our place. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Heavy duty midtempo/cyberpunk dubstep. best enjoyed with a few subwoofers.
Fantastic conversation with Harry Almey the director of two, yes, two Goon Show productions as part of the Fringe festival. The Dreaded Batter Pudding Hurler and Ye Bandit of Sherwood Forest. https://www.dunedinfringe.nz/ https://www.dunedinfringe.nz/events/the-goon-show This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
A rundown of local sports results with Brian and Aaron, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the assistance of New Zealand On Air.
