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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Fresh FM
Collingwood Area School Students host Radio club, with fun, school news, information and music.
Radio Hawkes Bay
Musical theatre songs and the stories behind them
Wellington Access Radio
A fresh and vibrant program for the Latin American community in Wellington. News, interviews, lots of music and more.
Voices of Victory is a podcast from Te Puna Wānanga o Te Wairepo – Victory Primary School, celebrating the voices, cultures, and stories of its school and wider community through conversations, interviews, and storytelling.
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
Free FM
Lucia and Leo are joined by Jah from Seed Waikato. The three have a koorero about the mahi Seed Waikato does in the sphere of young people and politics in Kirikiriroa. Jah shares her journey as a young wahine that shaped her passion for encouraging engagement within rangitahi. Together, the three discuss approaches to encouraging young people to vote.
Plains Media
Join us today as we chat with Joel Lago and his amazing portrail of the machiavellian Richard the 3rd on the Court Theater's production of Teenage Dick. Make sure to catch this show before the season ends, you will not regret it!
A weekly community catch‑up with our local community police
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.
Join Jenny Williams, former AI ethics insider at Microsoft and author of the new novel House of Liars, and Daniel Foote, Executive Director of Good Ancestors NZ, for a conversation about AI risks, the role of speculative fiction in illuminating real-world issues, and opportunities for moving New Zealand towards a safer, more trustworthy AI future. Recorded at Unity Books Wellington on Wednesday 9th September
Do’s and Don’ts of Divine Service. The Spiritual Master delivers the higher knowledge to the student and lists the pitfalls to avoid guaranteeing the student success in their execution of service to the Supreme so that rapid advancement is assured.
Constantly Hear Vedic knowledge. The Vedic Knowledge provides a window into the eternal perspective that delivers complete happiness to the aspiring spiritualist. This show explains the method for adoption of this higher perspective to the sincere student.
Wellbeing Emotional resilience Communication Personal growth.
Exploring the diversity of disability issues.
Arrow FM
Stories from the early settlers' village and museum.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Warrick Price has spent much of his life helping others grow — whether that’s in the classroom, leading a school, raising a family, or standing in the middle of a rugby field with a whistle in his hand. In Episode 9 of Sidelines & Sacrifices, Craig and Kelly sit down with Warrick for a conversation about the person behind all those roles. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
ART Media
This week on Wāhine Atua, we’re joined by Jill and Eileen from Soroptimist International New Plymouth to hear about the incredible mahi being done to empower and support women and girls here in Taranaki, across Aotearoa and around the world. 🌏✨ From their amazing fundraising efforts and community projects to their current focus on raising awareness and funds for ovarian cancer, these are women making a very real difference for other women. 💙 Hear their story, their passion and how you can support the work they’re doing
Dane Clarke is a rarity, an Australian who has decided to make NZ his home. A professional camera operator who has covered the Olympics, Wimbledon, formula one – well you name it, Dane has been there. He was also one of the first to witness the aftermath of the devastating Port Arthur mass shooting – a life-altering event that would reshape his perspectives. Currently struggling with bladder cancer, in this insightful and often profound conversation, Dane talks about the things that give his life meaning. Conversations with Interesting people about Life, Death and Other Things.
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
A Write On Production!
Coast Access Radio
Peter Fleming is still on holiday, therefore this programme is a repeat of the one originally broadcast on the 29th April, featuring the second week of his foray into the Great American Songbook. Peter Fleming brings you an entertaining 60 minutes of popular music, mostly gleaned from the 1970’s and 1980’s but not excluding music from any era.
Zonta Governor Marie Kyle-Stevenson & Marilou Crequeur, a member of the Zonta South Club attended the Zonta Convention in Vancouver. They will chat about the highlights, the fellowship and overall experiences
Rural news views and interviews
Kiwi musician Gareth Thomas (of Goodshirt and Fazerdaze fame) has turned the fallout of a long-term relationship ending after infidelity into a surprisingly playful new creative project – complete with a surreal animated music video and a chaotic online game starring a lovesick shrimp. He joins Gary on the Free Breakfast to talk about his new single 'Unfortunate', and his upcoming album Bits.
The BZ Crew talk about • Christchurch Congress, and the upcoming Labour Weekend Congress in Hamilton • Rankings Alan Grant and Rebecca Osborne • Interprovincials Survey • Key achievements Rebecca Osborne and Alan Grant Mr Jinn shares results from around the motu • The Alex Baker and Thompson Gin Club Circuit • Upcoming Tournaments and the B Point Race • Westport Fundraising: • The Judge rules today • Clarification that a declarer is not cheating when they take advantage of a major penalty card resulting from an opponent's revoke • Penalty Cards: It is ethical and legal for a declarer to take advantage of a penalty card on the table • Player Responsibility Players are not responsible for allowing opponents to continue making mistakes; they are entitled to play optimally despite an opponent's infraction • Director Involvement: To avoid disputes, especially when strong players face weaker ones, the director should be called back to the table to make official rulings rather than players deciding the rules themselves Got some news or feedback, flick us an email bridgezoneshuffle@gmail.com Plenty to listen to, just click and hear our discussions See you at the tables The BZ Crew
The team along with SLANZA President Trena Lile discuss the proposed cuts at National Library, and the ongoing impacts on libraries and literacy. A radio show and podcast to celebrate school libraries and all of the people who inhabit them, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.
Otago Access Radio
No guest this episode! Host and CCS Disability Action librarian Krissy Wright shares a stack of new children's books now available to borrow, all chosen to support families navigating change, celebrating diverse homes, and building understanding of disability and neurodiversity. Krissy covers books on parental separation and living between two homes, a stuttering story told through a father-son trip to a river, an inclusive picture book celebrating disabled and Deaf families, the true story of a rescue dog who learned to walk again, an introduction to neurodiversity for kids, and a gentle first conversation about disability for young children. Whether you are a parent, teacher, or librarian, this episode is packed with recommendations for accessible, inclusive reading for tamariki of all ages. Free to borrow from the CCS Disability Action Library, nationwide. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
The soundtrack of your life. Big Daddy brings you the greatest hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond
Tamarillos - can we lop the top? Do we need to leave foliage? And what about all those that sprout up in the compost, what is the deal there? Well Kath has great advice on how to keep your Tamarillos at the ultimate and planning ahead for further plantings. Gardening made accessible with wonderful gardening teacher and author Kath Irvine. With her 20 years plus experience, Kath sits down in a live to air interview with Catherine and discusses all things gardening. Visit https://ediblebackyard.co.nz
The ultimate memoir from David McGill is out now (you may need to order it in) and in this second part of the interview, we hear about Joan Collins, Paul McCartney and the extraordinary story of David meeting and listening to Jimi Hendrix on the night he died. You will want to have this guy at your next dinner party! What stories. 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
David McGill's latest book where he talks about remarkable conversations and interviews with the most interesting and famous people on the planet and his own life in New Zealand all recounted due to his many notes taken. In this first part of the interview, hear about Charlton Heston, The Rolling Stones, Peter O'Toole and Sian Phillips - among many others. 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
Grief author, speaker and advocate Kirsten O'Connor is on a mission to break the silence around grief, suicide and the people left behind. In April 2024, her daughter Kahlia died by suicide. In the aftermath, Kirsten began writing to survive - and to help others feel less alone. Kirsten talks to Coast Access Radio about the tour she is embarking on from October through to November. In every stop, Kirsten will meet local people and organisations supporting their communities through grief, loss and difficult conversations. Kirsten will be in Paraparaumu on Saturday, 31st of October at the Paraparaumu Library and on Saturday, 14th November at the Loss & Grief Centre, 1 Kapiti Road Paraparaumu. 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
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Tyrese caught up with ART FM’s very own Kris Johnson for our Showmaker Spotlight, chatting about his two shows, Kris’ Picks and Rolling Back the Years with Radius! 📻🎶 Tyrese also put Kris to the test in our daily Brain Buster -how did he go? 👀🧠 Plus, Tyrese dug into the playlist and pulled out a few oldies to take us back in time! 🎵 Another morning of good kōrero, good tunes and good vibes on The HeARTy Breakfast! ❤️
Tyrese catches up with ART FM’s very own Kris Johnson to chat about his journey in radio, how he got started, and what he loves about being behind the mic. Kris also talks about his two ART FM shows, Kris’ Picks and Rolling Back the Years with Radius, including the music he loves sharing with listeners and what goes into putting his shows together. 📻🎶 A great chance to get to know the man behind the shows and hear the story behind Kris’ radio journey!
Eliana Gray - Dunedin Writer Eliana Grey gives us an overview of the writers' workshop series being haeld at the Dunedin Athneaum & Mechanics' Institute, and looks ahead to NZ Young Writers Festival 2026. Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
"Pedro Ilgenfritz’s journey began in Porto Alegre, southern Brazil. A time towards the end of dictatorships so his father rightly cautioned the dangers of voicing your beliefs. Pedro travelled, learning from circus and clowns and mime; then of what the body could say and teach without words, through Physical Theatre, masks, and the techniques of Jacques Lecoq. Now Director of Hagley Theatre School, his students in the acting programme are challenged, as one has said, “to discover who they are.”"
The Kurere - Black Robin - Duneidn Wildlife Hospital manager Suzanne Stephenson introduces is to Bird of the Year winner the kurere or black robin. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
We chat with the Ōtautahi four-piece S.E.I.S.M.I.C about their blend of psychedelia, garage rock, huge walls of fuzz and freaky rhythms, their albums S.E.I.S.M.I.C. and Ologism, and the bizarre world surrounding songs like Magic Seagull and more. Plus, we hear about their upcoming shows, including Homesickk? at Darkroom on September 26 and GRIFTFEST at Loons on October 16.
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.
Jack sits down with Tawhai for what he describes as one of his best interviews in a very long time. They talk about the powerful connection between exercise, fitness and mental health - how staying active can be transformative for wellbeing and why movement matters for the mind as much as the body. An honest, inspiring and deeply personal korero worth listening to more than once.
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.
Awareness on climate change. Talked about increasing pollution in the world due to smoke and gases. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Introduction and some examples with stories behind it. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Laura Hern, hosts Through the Kaleidoscope on OAR FM's Youth Zone, a programme and podcast that explores the human experience through an holistic lens. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
