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.
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Plains Media
In this episode, we have featured Daniel Toledo, founder of the NZ Latin Community Trust and also known as DJ D Latino, about culture, community, and the upcoming Latin Culture Fest on January 31. Interviewed by Hireshniapriya Suresh
Wellington Access Radio
A fresh and vibrant program for the Latin American community in Wellington. News, interviews, lots of music and more.
Strangers on Cuba Street share their resolutions for 2026. But what do older people plan to change in the next 12 months? If that's you, please tell!
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
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.
"Faatauaina o Aiga" or in English "Focus on the Family"
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.
Otago Access Radio
Samuel Mann and Mawera Karetai are joined by Greer Chen who brings her contribution for Coming Up for Air. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Radio Hawkes Bay
Showcasing the hidden treasure in Hawke’s Bay. Everyday people who are an extraordinary gift to this community.
Arrow FM
Rethinking the cities of the future.
Free FM
This is Not Human Civilisation In this show we analyse the faults that pull humanity down from their true potential and bring society down to a lower standard that is below the definition of a true human civilisation.
Take Control of Your Own Life We are being controlled by so many divisions of society that are all limiting our being able to express our true conscious development. We are instructed in the Vedic Literature to come to spiritual consciousness as opposed to conforming to the pressures of the social prison. Liberation is possible on the spiritual platform as opposed to struggling on the material plain.
Today we talk about the stresses we face as a mum. Dealing with life - as a mother, partner, wife, daughter, sister and friend. Hear about how to recognise stress and how normal it is to feel the way you do at times; where to go for help and who to reach out too.
Coast Access Radio
UK passport warning, Gen Z surprising hobbies, the art of brewing builder's tea. This is a recording from a live broadcast. 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.
Join Alysha, as she interviews and chats with various guests on everything to do with grief and dying.
Planet FM
Inspiring stories, community voices, pageantry and events
Letting the garden go? What?? Like wild? Yes, that is something to consider. You don't need to join some hippy tribe or start smoking something fruity, just perhaps not be so rigid with the garden. Just let it be, let it grow, be a bit more chilled people is all we are suggesting here in this episode. 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
What does the rise of conservatism mean for gender equality? What does the trendy trad housewife really mean for feminism? In this episode, Charlie and Mia explore gender equality through the lens of political ideology, examining how the rigidity of traditional gender norms/roles in conservative ideologies may be detrimental to the feminist movement and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
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 take the opportunity to reflect on the year that has been and give some insight into what is coming in 2026. I have dedicated this Episode to my Mother in law, Maree, who unexpectedly passed away very early in the new year. I share a book recommendation and a creative tip, something that resonated with me while travelling. In the second part of this episode I have a little kōrero with Sölvesborg local and creative extraordinaire Arsi Hakala about all things creative, enjoy!
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Eslet Aloua-Carter and her dad Frank share their thoughts and experiences, and help each other along the way. Together they open new experiences.
Featuring Herma Keil - Dinah Lee - Harpers Bizarre and more
Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ
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.
An hour of the best, the latest, the most relevant music as chosen and presented by our own Kris Johnson.
Come and curl up with us for a lovely episode of Tamariki Tales, where animals lead the way and imagination gets to run free! This week, Aunty Taryn invites little listeners into a world where a cat can’t stop reading books, dogs have their own special way of talking (if you know how to listen), and a magical bird feather holds a secret just waiting to be discovered. Settle in, get comfy, and let these animal tales carry you somewhere magical.
Poet John Russell-Hodge is the University Book Shop Summer Writer in Residence. He talks about his process and shares a reading. Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Ken, Diana and Marine from Alliance Francaise preview this weekend's Open Day and outline the wide range of French language learning options and social activities available. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Today’s episode will be the last In this first series of the Christchurch Invitation. (Before a break of a couple of months) Here I’ve pulled together a few clips to give something of the flavour of these conversations: Mark Solomon and Raesha Ismail on connections; John Sellwood on stories and who owns them; John Psathas on music to give people hope; and Jeremy Faumuinā with how you carry yourself in another person’s place. Plus a look ahead to the first conversations in Series Two . . .
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Manawatū Summer Shakespeare returns to the Victoria Esplanade this year with "Macbeth"! Hugh chats to Rachel Lenart (the director) and Cam Dickons (Thane of Ross) about the appeal of the play, the unique draw of this particular production, and the important work of Manawatū Summer Shakespeare itself. A community interview from the Morning Show on Manawatū People's Radio, produced with the support of New Zealand On Air
The latest for the Tongan community – global news, Tongan news and current affairs, interviews, community stories and events.
Radio Southland
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.
Lyndal or Darren talk art and interview creative Southlanders.
Jack interviews guests from different backgrounds.
An eclectic collection of bluegrass styles in this episode, from Bill Monroe to the Lost Pines. American Drive play some hard-driving bluegrass, the Waller Brothers have a couple of duets, the Stanley gospel Tradition do a great SB song in their inimitable style. Alison Brown picks banjo like no-one else, and Rhonda Vincent sings her own brand of bluegrass. We’ve got an old-timey tune from Phil Rosenthal & Family, and the Trenwiths feature on a tune we usually use to start our live shows. Lots to like.
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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.
There are so many different reasons why we choose to move countries and become an expat and so many interesting stories of amazing people.
Cam, Matt, Andi, Skye are back for 2026! They discuss: Gay tennis pro set to make history at the australian open. straight acting brotherhood - toxic shaking up the gay scene New data shows only four complaints about trans women in single sex spaces Enee Nicole Goods death sparks surge in LGBTQ Americans seeking asylum in Canada Global survey links LGBT-Phobia to economic hardship Barry Manilow reveals he has lung cancer and will reschedule shows to undergo surgery Plus music from: Always something there to remind me - Melissa Etheridge Mind of toy - Visage Champion - Les Mckeown Chasing Pavement - Adele The man i lvoe - Mathew V Whatever youre up for - The kentucky gentleman ever fallen in love - pete shelley and buzzcocks i cant smile without you - barry manilow
In this episode of The Power Within the Storm, Wayne explores where abundance truly begins — within. He unpacks how scarcity is often a subconscious pattern, not a reality, and why many people unknowingly resist receiving more. This conversation invites listeners to question old beliefs, say yes to a fuller life, and reconnect with truth beyond current circumstances. Abundance, Wayne reminds us, starts the moment we give ourselves permission to live differently.
In this special episode of Borsch Club, I travel to Christchurch to meet Hugh Douglas, Managing Director of Weft Knitting Company. Over the past 4 years, the factory has supplied thousands of NZ-made merino thermals to Ukrainian soldiers, helping them survive extreme cold on the front line. This episode explores practical support, quiet solidarity, and how real help travels almost 18,000 kilometres from New Zealand to Ukraine. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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.
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
My boomer stories! I laugh many times myself when my Boomer ways are pointed out by my granddaughter, who is a Gen Z (Zoomers) . I am the one who taught her about the generations and their distinctive characteristics. If I mention something about or using the dreaded phrase “When I was your age . . .” I’m sure to get a reply “Oh Boomer!” from her. It’s not offensive to me ... .because she's used it light-heartedly, knowing perfectly well. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Broadcast on OAR FM Dunedin oar.org.nz
A new year and a new season. In the first episode of Season Two, Louise and Blair return with selections from Blair’s annual Top 10 Albums of 2025, published on blairmorganmusic.com. Featuring songs by Mavis Staples, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Bruce Springsteen, and (yes!) Ricky Nelson. New listeners are invited to explore episodes from last season too.
Between The Covers.
