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
Breaking down the debates everyone loves to argue about
Wellington Access Radio
The second half of the 20th century was notable for popular and contemporary music of an enduring quality.
The Hutt Zone with John MacDonald focuses on the people, issues, events, and music that shape the Hutt Valley community.
He Tifa Ola discusses everyday health issues for families, and raises the awareness of Health Services in the region for Pacific families. The programme is presented by Nive, Twiggy, and Joe, and is spoken in both Tokelauan and English.
"Faatauaina o Aiga" or in English "Focus on the Family"
Radio Hawkes Bay
Creating safe and healthy family relationships
Otago Access Radio
Changes, Challenges and the Future. On this episode of DPA Noteable Radio, Amy Taylor speaks with Otago Regional Council Transport Officer Laura Faulkner about the future of public transport in Otago. The discussion covers upcoming changes to the Total Mobility Scheme, new Total Mobility cards, the transition to a national public transport payment system, and the rollout of electric buses. Laura explains what these changes mean for disabled passengers, outlines future transport plans, and discusses accessibility challenges and improvements. The episode highlights the importance of affordable, accessible transport in supporting independence and community participation. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Coast Access Radio
Coastlands Aquatic Centre partial closure, Kāpiti Council merge in question, Hoop Club Kāpiti's Winter League, days of cheap fuel over, Expressway concerns as costs soar, solar power system boosts resilience at Whakarongotai Marae, and Green Party candidate chosen for Kāpiti electorate. A timely update each week bringing you the highlights of local events and happenings at Kapiti from www.kcnews.co.nz. This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Pact supports people with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives, focusing on their strengths to help them reach their goals. Here, the team present an hour of great music. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Show 148 - Nicola Cheeseman is BACK! - Richard is joined for a run-down of the week's most popular news items by Kim Morgan from HSD Productions and their one woman star Harriet Moir. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Easy Jazz - The Best of
Arrow FM
Community News + Dr Clare French brief & Fiji News
Kiwi music - the Best Of
Discussions about embracing change, discovering new opportunities, and rewriting what life looks like after 40
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Wairarapa.
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
All the hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond—classic tunes, good vibes, and the stories behind the music
Access Radio Taranaki
We continue this important kōrer ō around MS and in todays show we feature Professor Hanneke Hurst who is the Director of the Centre for Brain Research in Auckland and a neuroscientist specialising in cognition and brain health. This important message was shared at MS Taranaki’s recent NED Talk that was held in here late in May.
Free FM
This show keeps Hamilton West residents informed and up to date with what is happening at the Western Community Centre. The Centre has been supporting the Hamilton West community since 1979.
News and views on the political landscape in Aoteoroa with Chris Hipkins, Katie Nimon Catherine Wedd and Cushla Tangaere-Manuel
What to do and where to go, Wairarapa wide.
Fresh FM
Delena sits down for a kōrero with Tanya Nock, founder of Cultural Conversations, and Lisa from Motueka Family Service Centre about the Community Advocates campaign, what safety can look like in everyday life, and the local voices at the heart of Keep the Community Glowin
Will Johnson joins us in the studio this morning to look ahead at the weekends sports - including the Super Rugby final between the Hurricanes and the Chiefs. Taranaki has historically been a supporter of the Hurricanes and now we align with the Chiefs and we imagine a final here in Taranaki and just how magical it would be!
Electronic music culture from jungle to dub, from garage to tech house and everything in between.
Bunchy's Big Score - Max White and Reef Brazendale from Dunedin band Bunchy's Big Score drop by to celebrate the release of second album Wanda's Bicycle. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Students from the learning hub will share stories and talk with people important to Enliven Disability
CanBead - Jenni Ryland is Dunedin-based coordinator for New Zealand-wide charity CanBead, which provides free bead-craft workshops for people experiencing health challenges, trauma and loss. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Manawatu Peoples Radio
This week: GLNC - Send In The Blades, Mazbou Q and Devaura - Show Up, Show Out, Otium - Glide, Martian Law - Temple of the Sun, Junny - OOTD
Sanganatham features news, current affairs, interviews, arts and music.
The Sleep Lab Stories - Liesel Mitchell hosts new podcast The Sleep Lab Stories on OAR FM, conversations with regular people sharing thoughts and stories about sleep. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Radio Southland shares with you a new show and podcast, free to access from radiosouthland.org.nz or accessmedia.nz
João, Amanda & Louisa discuss what's been happening in the community and play some music!
Daryl Shuttleworth is back with Live Life Live. This week Nazareth take the feature artist spotlight, with live tracks from one of rock's most enduring and hard-hitting bands. Daryl brings his own stories from nearly 50 live acts witnessed firsthand alongside some of the best live rock and metal performances from around the world. If you know Nazareth, you know this one is going to be good.
Emily is back with her fortnightly Fraser FM feature on Radio Southland. This week Emily brings another hand picked selection of her favourite tunes with the fun commentary and unstoppable attitude that makes this show like nothing else on the dial. Uplifting music, genuine personality and proof that living life to the full is the only way to do it.
Pat Corkery is back with Light Bright and Classical, your weekly hour of beautiful classical music on Radio Southland. This week Pat brings a carefully chosen selection of timeless classical pieces spanning centuries of composition - from sweeping orchestral works to delicate piano and everything in between. Perfect for a quiet afternoon, a productive morning or simply a moment of calm in a busy day.
Ready to blast off!! Strap on your goggles, because this week on Parishay's Book Club, we crash-land right into the starry world of an absolute classic: 'The Little Prince' by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry! Joining Parishay in the studio is special guest Sonya McArthur, brilliant author behind 'Tales of Curiosity'. Together, they unpack the ultimate cosmic mystery: why do grown-ups care so much about boring numbers when there are tiny planets, talking foxes, and magical roses to discover? Tune in as Parishay and Sonya decode the wise secrets of the desert and figure out what the fox really means when he says the most important things can only be seen with the heart. Plus, do not miss the wackiest game of 'Design A Planet' ever! Who would survive on a world made of bouncing jelly or ticking clocks? Grab your crayons for a stellar challenge and dream up your very own asteroid bursting with imagination and fun. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
In today’s episode, we continue our interview with Br Mohammad Amerian, an Iranian PhD scholar at the School of Geography, University of Otago. In this part, the focus is on the situation in Iran. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
An interview with Kelly Campbell, Migration Manager at Red Cross on World Refugee Day and reflections for the 10 years of refugee resettlement in Ōtepoti Dunedin. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
