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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Your donation can help create a future where media is made by, for, and about the community.
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Otago Access Radio
577 - Pukeko Breakfast Bubbles - Samuel Mann and Mawera Karetai are joined by Adrian Dewanto who brings his episode of Coming Up For Air. With a contribution from Tahu Mackenzie. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Wellington Access Radio
Free FM
Eslet Aloua-Carter and her dad Frank share their thoughts and experiences, and help each other along the way. Together they open new experiences.
Duets Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Plains Media
Sick of feeling tired, exhausted and burnt out? REady for more energy, more focus and better sleep? In this episode I bring to you the R.O.S.E method. The 4 steps to feeling 'Vibrant again' R = reclaiming your energy with Activation. sonjacourtis.lifevantage.com
A fresh and vibrant program for the Latin American community in Wellington. News, interviews, lots of music and more.
Nature of Transcendental Sound Today we discuss the difference in material sound and the superior potency within transcendental sound. How pure transcendental sound enters this universe and how it enters your ear are established as unique potencies that benefit your consciousness development.
Same and Different at the Same Time True vision includes seeing both sides of reality of similarities and differences at the same time and using this higher perspective to advance their consciousness. One without the other is a limited vision. With this vision there is a benefit to all levels of society.
Every Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm join the B-Side Story team for insider interviews about what's really going on across Wellington's communities
Access Radio Taranaki
With Christmas just around the corner, Marcia shares her stories of growing up in the UK and the traditions of Christmas in her family. Compared to the summery ones, we have in NZ and how she has embraced Kiwi culture. From Pav’s to boozy trifles, getting shopping done early to the craze of supermarkets shutting for a day, Marcia & Tracey take a light hearted look at the festive season.
A continued interview with Kim Churton, speech and language therapist from On The Go Physio in Canterbury. In part 1 Kim discussed speech issues in MS. In part 2 Kim and Katie discuss swallowing issues in MS and what signs other people might see as well as what to do if someone believes they (or someone they care about) has a speech or swallowing issue. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Radio Hawkes Bay
Join Alysha, as she interviews and chats with various guests on everything to do with grief and dying.
Voice of Aroha is an inclusive platform representing the voices of a variety of communities and their perspectives on many topics. This programme is run by a diverse group of former refugees in Wellington, with support from the local community.
Planet FM
Inspiring stories, community voices, pageantry and events
Coast Access Radio
Modern country-adjacent music, an emerging genre within the younger generation of the American underground with classic country influences. Music that listeners may not have heard before, without any genre limits, presented by Rosa Topliff
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
News, music, information and entertainment for the Philippine community
Presenting a range of issues and opinions from the fringes... political, social, ethical and personal, from the unique perspective of the show's host, Jack Gielen.
In this episode I have a long overdue kōrero with Tim Middleton. We speak about the eclectic crowd on high street before gentrification and earthquakes, about hospitality and the importance of the artist meeting spot. Tim talks about his art practice, which entails casting discarded objects, drawing and printing. About surfing which has become his ‘new’ addiction and how being a sober artist is quite the super power. He shares the exciting news that he is new proprietor of Chambers Gallery 2026
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
An hour of the best, the latest, the most relevant music as chosen and presented by our own Kris Johnson.
In the season finale of Books Beyond Barriers, host Krissy Wright wraps up by sharing a mix of inspiring reads. Highlights include Maria Robbins’ I Am Calm, Alice Wong’s Disability Visibility, Qiane Matata-Sipu’s Nuku, Elizabeth Cole’s Body Boundaries Make Me Stronger, and Rebecca Lipp’s How to Stay Sane in This Crazy World. A farewell episode celebrating resilience, inclusion, and wellbeing until the series returns in 2026. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
A program about mindfulness, meditations, EFT tapping and other tools to help guide you through not only difficult experiences such as trauma, anxiety and grief but also through the everyday ups and downs, challenges and changes of daily life
Helena Van Berkel, programme facilitator at Your Way Kia Roha in Hamilton, speaks to Gary about the Positive Action Course for people with disabilities or mental health issues.
Featuring Billy Joel - John Lennon - Bob Seger and more
Writer and story teller, Lesley Dowding, lives to bring story into the world of children and adults, alike. Her stories, told in true oral tradition, come from all over the world, as well as from her own imagination.
Ruth Dallas double book launch - Nicola Cummins from Otago University Press previews the upcoming launch of two books - a new and updated edition of the collected poems of Ruth Dallas titled This Moment, Every Moment, and Diana Morrow's biography of Ruth Dallas titled Ruth Dallas: A Writer's Life. Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Patrick O’Conner’s life been with people and communities. Growing up as one of six children in a home shaped by practical, Catholic values, his father’s reminder was for your work to be “kind and charitable.” The 1969 anti-Springbok tour spoke to consequences of injustice, but he saw injustices at home. In 1991, together with Herman Ah Kuoi, Patrick set up the Pasifika Education and Employment Training Organisation. And PEETO led into much other work for refugees and migrants in Christchurch.
Hoiho hand-rearing and fun facts - Dunedin Wildlife Hospital GM Suzanne Stephenson reports on the hand-rearing of hoiho chicks, and drops a few fun facts about the unusual traits of some of New Zealand's native species. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Playhouse production of The Importance of Being Earnest - Seb Cumming, Rowan Metreyeon and Fen McIntosh form the Playhouse Theatre's award-winning Youth Theatre preview the upcoming season of Oscar Wilde's The Importnace of Being Earnest. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Nico has a wonderful chat with Lynette Diaz. Lynette has released a new album since her last time on Artists spotlight, and even performs a beautiful song "Diamond Hands" live on the studio!
Showcasing the hidden treasure in Hawke’s Bay. Everyday people who are an extraordinary gift to this community.
The latest for the Tongan community – global news, Tongan news and current affairs, interviews, community stories and events.
Fresh FM
Join hosts Michael Bortnick and Grace from our Nelson Studio presenting a breakfast show with a different musical theme each episode.
Immigration advice, information, and interviews from an Indian perspective, brought to you by local immigration advisor Vinay Sood.
✨ On SOAR this week! ✨ Jack interviewed Tessa, a member of the IDEA Services Kapa Haka Group, and Lee, the Service Manager at IDEA Services. 🌿🎶 They talked about the Ngā Tāngata Manawa o te Tai-tonga Kapa Haka Festival, as well as what Tessa enjoys doing and being part of the group. Thank you Tessa and Lee for the awesome kōrero! 💛
Eclectica is the music show that throws the rulebook out the window. No genre limits. No safe playlists. Just pure musical unpredictability — exactly how radio should be.
Knight-Life is a weekly history chat show hosted by Nick, Sean, and George from the Medieval Society, diving into the past and sharing updates on the club’s latest antics.
Interviews of relevance to Southland and the local community. Replay of an interview Darren did with the late John Husband - Broadcaster, artist and musician.
Lots of ‘classic’ bluegrass, from the likes of Red Allen & Frank Wakefield, the Johnson Mountain Boys, and the Friendly City Playboys. The Dillards play a couple of tunes, as do Joe Mullins and the Radio Ramblers, and we’ve a couple of songs from Beth Stevens & Edge. Pam Findlay (with the HCBB) sings a beautiful song, and Third Tyme Out round out the show. Not to be missed!
Take time out of your day to feel the mental, physical and spiritual benefits of this meditative practice
Spiritual nourishment from God's word. A pleasant hour of thought-provoking words for enriching the soul, accompanied by a beautiful selection of acapella Gospel songs.
Bisaya Original Music for New Zealand and beyond. Introducing the music, both traditional and pop, of Bisaya artists as well as the Bisaya culture and language; and providing a link to Bisaya people in New Zealand to other parts of the globe.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
An hour of queer news and music with Cam, Matt, and Andi, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the assistance of New Zealand On Air.
