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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Wellington Access Radio
Punaaga Vagahau Niue is a weekly programme to raise awareness of illnesses that surround Niue people here in New Zealand and throughout the world. The show covers what and where to look for help for you and your family.
Brought to you by the Wellington Branch of New Zealand's National Council of Women. Tune in to listen to vibrant interviews and debates about the issues affecting us and the opportunities there are to have a say.
A programme for all people who identify themselves as African and anyone else interested in learning about African values, music, and experiences.
Free FM
Oliver looks at tracks from the new album by Melbourne garage and surf rockers The Grogans. Plus, other favourite Grogans tracks, including a cover of The Kinks. Then, indie folk group Big Thief. 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
Colin Mosen is an avid music fan, and an inspiring raconteur. His goal is to bring listeners pleasure through sharing his eclectic choice of music, and stories, and often the stories behind the music.
Otago Access Radio
Bethany Elder, a 19 year old living with ME/CFS and POTs, joins us to discuss how chronic illness affects her life. Young women with chronic illness are limited in their quality of life and often unable to participate fully in work, social activities and study. Bethany reflects on the aspects of her life that are different as a chronically ill person and how she copes and thrives in a different way to most women of her age. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
From Community Networks Wellington. Keeping communities connected through discussion on local topical issues. Showcasing community groups in Wellington who work tirelessly with our vulnerable people
The Voice Within explores new age beliefs with regular guests.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Radio Hawkes Bay
Introducing and discussing some of the challenges around making changes to addictive behaviors'. With a particular focus on Alcohol misuse.
Digital Tools for Wellbeing.
George Washingmachine (Violin) and Ian Date (Guitar). 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!
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Featuring - Elvis - Mamma Cass - The Doors and more
An overview of the emerging digital books industry. We review leading eReader devices from Kindle & Kobo, current digital trends, how you order and download eBooks, the benefits of eBooks over paper books, how to access eBooks on PC’s and tablets, accessing your local library’s digital books and magazines, and how much do eReaders and digital books cost. A report based on this show is available via email: strandonsteve@gmail.com
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Suno is an ai music creator. It has added many versions leading to the latest on V4. Since then the ai has been able to make longer , more complex songs with more realistic sounding vocals. The current available versions are V2, V3, V3.5 and V4. In the podcast I will give Suno the same lyrics (except V2 which only allows 1250 characters instead of 3000) and prompts to make a song and keep remastering it until it gets from V2 to V4 and see how it improves each time. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Fresh FM
Korero with Layla Moth about her album launch on June 13th at Two Thumb Nelson
Taryn Utiger chats to Stratford District Mayor, Neil Volzke about the district's annual plan, the new plans for Prospero Place, the Puanga celebrations later this month, and the community feedback for Local Water Done Well.
Plains Media
This week we're discussing the gender pay gap and the highly controversial changes to New Zealand law. The Equal Pay Amendment Bill, introduced 6 May 2025 and passed 7 May 2025, sends a strong signal on the government's priorities towards women's rights in our country, and in this episode we discuss what the Bill means for the workforce and the nuances associated with the topic of gender pay parity. Email us sustainabilitydemystified@gmail.com
This progamme highlights opportunities to get involved in the volunteering sector in Hawkes Bay
On Demand Bus Service and Bus Route and Timetable Changes - Julian Philips, Otago Regional Council implementation lead for public transport, outlines some upcoming initiatives, including an on demand service for Mosgiel and bus route changes in Dunedin. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Join us as we chat with Ash, creator of the music blog Welcome to the Gig! Read the blog here: https://www.welcometothegig.net/
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Regulatory Standards Bill - Prof Andrew Geddis from University of Otago Faculty of Law explains the background and process around the Regulatory Standards Bill currently out for public submissions. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Country music from New Zealand and around the world
Dive into captivating stories, insightful discussions, and curated music on Radio Southland.
Darren presents a range of classic tracks for you to enjoy! This week, Its winter so here are 24 tracks suggested you can chill out to.
🎶 This Week on The Seventies Show! 🌟 It’s a Cliff Richard Special — all the hits, all the charm, all 70s! 🎤✨ #TheSeventiesShow #CliffRichard #70sIcons #ClassicHits #RetroVibes 🎧💿
Oliver is in touch with Ireland with phone reports of all that's happening this week in Ireland, sports news and music.
Caper 180 of the Paleface Parabola. An unusual trip befitting this unusual one hour and 58 minutes of mental gymnastics and mental hopscotch. If Hunter Thompson somehow beat the hangman years ago, he would have had ample fodder for a new Fear and Loathing screed should he have seen the behind the scenes shenanigans. Showbiz lore says that if you can walk, you can make the gig. We made the gig. We are here weekly to indulge in mental gymnastics and musical hopscotch. And in an unsafe June night, we did. The likes of Chris Whitley, Lee Dorsey, The Cramps, Te Vaka (The Mystery Man’s pick), John Hartford, and Mel Blanc from 1954, brought a splash of joy to our wading pool. A toast to the Mystery Man. He earned the keep he doesn’t make this week.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
A show about joy and resilience with Maree Gibson, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand An Air. This week: Maree interviews Nicky Hughes, a mediator on all things pertaining to conflict. This can be applied to both personal and professional conflict.
Janma Bhoomi aims to keep Singhalese in touch with their motherland and educate the younger generation born here about the history and nature of Sri Lanka
Just join Ciaran for all things Irish. Go on.
Stories and events and music from the Hohepa community of Canterbury
Many vital topics are discussed inc. diabetes, gout, influenza, high blood pressure, heart problems, elder care, Well Child and Mental health matters.
Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh.
172. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Songs and Artists from across the decades
Arrow FM
special election programme by Masterton District Council.
Music, global news and interviews with people from Niue and the Niuean community feature in this weekly hour
Anne Spear presents an hour of her favourite Folk Music, including classics from the past, more recent releases and some great instrumentals.
Featured LP is LA Woman by The Doors - Also hearing from The Alarm, Blackberry Smoke, Bruce Springsteen, Jamey Johnson, Jefferson Airplane and Johnny Jenkins. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Celebrating the rich history of Tamil language and literature
A half-hour of news from Ireland and good craic with Kevin Reilly, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Showcasing, the music, news, people and lifestyles of the people of Africa
In this episode of Shakti Voices, host Ilish speaks with Hazel Hape, manager of Tauranga Women’s Refuge, and Rupal Mehta, team leader at Shakti Tauranga. Together, they explore their long-standing partnership supporting women and children impacted by domestic violence in the Tauranga Moana and Bay of Plenty area. From cultural safety and bi-cultural practice to systemic challenges and community resilience, this kōrero highlights the vital, interwoven mahi of women leading change.
A fresh and vibrant program for the Latin American community in Wellington. News, interviews, lots of music and more.
