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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Plains Media
Join a young sapphic inter-racial couple navigate the soundwaves of forming a new band, learning new musical skills, and share their new ideas for their upcoming album ‘Normal Formalities’.
Free FM
Join Grady and Josh every week as they run down what happened in wrestling in the past 7days.
Otago Access Radio
An interview with Youth Worker Brianna Le on Greater Green Island Community Network Youth Action Group - their podcast has won the Youth Category at the Air Awards! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Eslet Aloua-Carter and her dad Frank share their thoughts and experiences, and help each other along the way. Together they open new experiences.
Mawera Karetai and Samuel Mann celebrate Christmas with a discussion of the year that was. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Oliver takes a look at 'Holo Boy', the new record from Nate Amos' project This Is Lorelei. Then, a collection of alternative Xmas tracks, including a set from the 'Psych-Out Christmas' record. 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.
Access Radio Taranaki
Bringing a smile to the faces of the residents of Radius Thornleigh Park and Radius Heatherlea Rest Homes, as we play their musical requests and dedications. The Best of 2025, Part 2.
A Moment of Full Consciousness Should we continue living within the illusion of society trying to enjoy events and experience the fulfilment of desires or should we strive to achieve total enlightenment for even a moment. A deep philosophical question for discussion covered in today’s show.
The Sin of Eating Animals The cruelty, inefficiency and the immorality of eating animals is analysed to correct the negative reactions that animal eating is causing upon human society. We give you a higher Vedic point of view and a solution that uplifts society above the mistake of eating animals.
Fresh FM
Shannon Cassidy returns to Fresh FM to put a spotlight on New Zealand music and musicians, with loads of local content and information.
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Shontell Mita, a Māori DJ/Musician presents a programme in Te Reo Māori and English highlighting predominantly Māori Women musicians in Aotearoa.
Krystal Burrelll joins the Wāhine Atua ladies today to talk about her decision to have a Moko Kauae. For NZ Māori women, the Moko Kauae, or traditional female chin tattoo, is considered a physical manifestation of their true identity. It is believed that every Māori woman wears a moko on the inside, close to their heart and when they are ready, the tattoo artist brings it to the surface of what was on the inside.
Planet FM
Inspiring stories, community voices, pageantry and events
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
In this episode, we explore Tappay, a traditional form of Pashtun folk poetry that conveys deep emotion in just two lines. Through conversation and reflection, we discuss how Tappay has been used to express love, longing, grief, and quiet resistance, particularly where direct expression was limited. We reflect on its cultural roots, emotional power, and continued relevance today, highlighting poetry as a vessel for voice, memory, and connection. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
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.
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Manawatu Peoples Radio
A radio show and podcast exploring Christianity from a Seventh Day Adventist perspective, with Bible readings, prayer and free giveaways. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Free FM contributor Andrew Johnstone recounts how his work recording oral histories for the Cambridge Museum led to the rediscovery of Cambridge Ode, a 1964 avant-garde composition by Cambridge-born composer David Farquhar. The piece was first performed by William “Bill” Vosper, a Mangatautari sheep and beef farmer and highly accomplished pianist. Now, Andrew shares the story of the late Vosper’s rare Steinway piano, still situated in Cambridge, and his Givealittle campaign to move and restore it for the museum, ensuring it remains a living instrument and a lasting tribute to Cambridge’s overlooked artistic heritage.
Waikato Chinese Voices is your source of culture and information for the region's Chinese speaking community. News and current affairs, discussions, immigration policy, life hacks and music, plus local Chinese community events.
Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ
Hearth Tales invites you to bask in the warm glow of creativity. Join Rich McCoy as he listens to the tales of artists, makers, creative souls and those that love them.
An hour of the best, the latest, the most relevant music as chosen and presented by our own Kris Johnson.
In the late 1990s, a massive toxic algal bloom off the North Island halted mussel spat transfers to South Island farms. Cawthron set up emergency 24-hour testing, hiring and training casual staff to meet demand. Later, they developed an innovative solution to clean contaminated spat, enabling the restoration of South Island operations within months. That successful project strengthened Cawthron’s industry ties, and won the industry’s research prize that year.
Snuggle in and press play, it’s Christmas in storytime land! This special Tamariki Tales episode is filled with festive stories, gentle magic, and that warm, sparkly feeling that only Christmas brings! Perfect for winding down after a busy day of excitement, or curling up together before bed. A cosy Christmas listen for tamariki and their grown-ups alike.
30 years ago, Singapore born arts advocate Nancy Caiger left a successful finance career in London to move to New Zealand. In this episode, Nancy talks about growing up in the Kampong suburbs of Singapore, her experiences in the male dominated world of banking, and the big decision to give it all up so she and her husband could make a new, more peaceful life in Aoteoroa. The New Wave is a diversity storytelling project by Wintec School of Media Arts researchers Cate Prestidge and Paul Nelson. This podcast is made with the support of Free FM 89.0 If you’d like to know more about the project, or get involved, contact cate.prestidge@wintec.ac.nz
Join Erica & Sam every 10 episodes to take some time to reflect upon the learning experience of beginning a podcast show, the themes guests have raised, the Ako Ōtautahi perspective, and how we are encouraging curiosity to flourish.
Bit sized interviews with local artists
The latest for the Tongan community – global news, Tongan news and current affairs, interviews, community stories and events.
Milk, cookies, and enchanting Christmas tales to make your holidays feel a little more magical. 🎄🥛🍪
Radio Southland
✨ On SOAR! ✨ Kia ora whānau! Jack is interviewing Simon, the Te Pou Hononga – Service Delivery Lead at Community Connections, joining over the phone from Hawke’s Bay. 🌿📞 They’ll be kōrero about his role and the mahi Community Connections does to support people and whānau.
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.
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.
Coast Access Radio
Join host Suzie Carrig as she "travels" the country talking to passionate and knowledgeable craftspeople about their unique stories in the fascinating world of distilling. In this episode of Tales from the Top Shelf, Suzie sits down with Alice McKinley, co-founder and creative mind behind Unlikely Companions, a striking new Hawke’s Bay gin brand already making waves in the distilling world. From perfume-inspired design to daring flavour pairings like Rose & Sichuan and Sea Salt & Kelp, Alice reveals how creativity, curiosity, and Kiwi ingenuity shaped their signature spirits. Fresh off winning the NZ Spirit Guide People’s Choice Award at GinDulgence Tauranga, Alice shares the story of how the brand began, why they embraced a saturated market, and how their modern, minimalist bottle design became an instant shelf-worthy icon. Plus, get a first look at what’s next, from upcoming releases to their new tasting room in Ahuriri. Whether you’re a gin explorer or simply love a good origin story, this episode uncovers the unexpected harmony behind Unlikely Companions. Sip slow, stay curious, and enjoy this peek into one of NZ’s most exciting new distilleries.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas packed with classic Bluegrass - enjoy this festive repeat episode from 24-12-2019.
Join Tony Tomorrow as he explores the local scene, local people and local music around Nelson in the past, present and future. With a little bit of randomness mixed in.
Take time out of your day to feel the mental, physical and spiritual benefits of this meditative practice
In this episode, Mark Dekker opens up about the lifelong impact of losing his father to suicide at age seven and the patterns of anxiety, abandonment, and self-protection that followed. Mark shares how years of alcohol use, infidelity, and overthinking kept him disconnected from love, until he finally began listening to his inner voice. Now three years alcohol-free, Mark talks about returning to presence, gratitude, and self-love, and how that shift transformed his relationships and his life.
New Zealand Music presented by Todd Zaner
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.
Music from Mali, Traditional as Well as Collaborations
An hour of queer news and music with Cam, Matt, Skye, and Andi, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the assistance of New Zealand On Air.
Radio Hawkes Bay
The latest music with DJ Static
Oh, The EVES … Christmas Eve, New Years Eve… What does EVE even mean? Hint: Let’s just ‘breathe,’ amidst all the “What’s!” “What if I’ve got it wrong?” What if so-and-so doesn’t like their present?” “What if that person rocks up at the family gathering?” “What are we actually responsible for?” “What are we actually in control of?” And, “What (or rather, Who,) is available to help me with my New Year’s resolution?” Then, there’s that Eve that we blame, for every hurt and suffering in the world since day dot! It made me ask another question…Can we try and help her ditch her bad reputation? Also, “Do you need to know just who you are?” Well, let Lauren Daigle sing a great answer to that question to you on this episode and get happy with Austin French’s lively ‘Good Feeling.’ See “Who’s Calling” too and maybe, answer? Enjoy. Thanks for listening. x April May
A show of Chinese-language radio show in 3 parts, in both Mandarin and Cantonese, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Fijian news views and music with host Filipe Kuruvoli
Broadcast on OAR FM Dunedin oar.org.nz
