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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Coast Access Radio
In this 11th episode of series 2 of our programme highlighting poets on the Kapiti Coast, host Ingrid Prosser interviews Lawson Hale about his poetic journey, writing on Moroccan beaches, and his forays into Slam poetry. He reads 5 of his poems. Poetry and interviews with Ingrid Prosser. 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
Radio Hawkes Bay
Musical theatre songs and the stories behind them
Otago Access Radio
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Wellington Access Radio
What if the neurodivergent person you care about is working far harder than you realise? Someone may look calm, capable and engaged while using enormous energy to manage sensory input, communication, expectations, regulation and masking. Equal participation does not always mean equal effort. This episode explores why capacity can change from one day to the next, why recovery enables future functioning, and why motivation should not be confused with capacity. It also considers the difference between support and rescue, and how curiosity, validation, clear communication and small practical changes can reduce unnecessary energy costs while preserving agency. Refer to https://thrivalcoaching.nz/neurodivergence-matters-podcast/ for additional information and resources.
A fresh and vibrant program for the Latin American community in Wellington. News, interviews, lots of music and more.
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
We are all speculating on what is reality. We all have our explanation and perspective on what is reality, but it is actually define simply as 'the truth'.
This is the most difficult question that the atheist propose.
Tune in the fascinating Unity Books Author Talk with Asher Emanuel and Carl Shuker - 'The Drama of the Day Job'. Asher is a writer and lawyer whose non-fiction book 'The Valley' follows three Hutt Valley men through courtrooms, prison, hospital, rehab, boarding houses and welfare offices. Carl Shuker is the author of six novels, with the most recent 'The Royal Free' being longlisted for the 2025 Ockham NZ Book Awards, and his 2019 novel 'A Mistake' made into a major motion picture. Recorded at Unity Books Wellington on 6 August
We chat with Kiwi musicians, authors and other creative people about their passions.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Former Olympian and Commonwealth Games medalist, respected sports leader, former CEO of Sports Manawatū and host of his own Podcast "In the Ring", Trevor Shailer joins us to share the lessons he's learned from a lifetime in sport. From elite performance to community leadership, we explore what it really takes to create lasting impact both on and off the field. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Access Radio Taranaki
The flu season is on us and despite Spring being officially here, many families in Taranaki have been hit hard with colds and flus. In today’s episode, Tracey and Marcia talk flu remedies and what they do to help when people are sick. From those lemon and honey favourites to how to survive cooking when you’re unwell 🌡️🍵🥶🍯🍋
Memories of Dolly Parton and Freddie Mercury. Beware the meaning of fashionable girls' names but note the top UK choices of both boys' and girls' names for babies. How do you park your car and where do you charge your electric model. 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.
A while back a friend told me about the Tremors. I hadn’t heard of them... turns out that back in the early 1960s, they were the biggest band in Cambridge and one of the biggest bands in the Waikato. I had all kinds of questions, so I tracked down the band’s vocalist David Stone. He talked about Cambridge, the band, and getting up close and personal with artists like Eric Clapton, Quincy Jones, Mick Jagger and The Pretenders.
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.
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
Arrow FM
Insights across the musical spectrum.
Showcasing the hidden treasure in Hawke’s Bay. Everyday people who are an extraordinary gift to this community.
Rural news views and interviews
The Bridge Zone – Episode 427 The BZ Crew talk about • South Pairs: Glenn Coutts and Graham Stout won the event, Jesse Pelienato and Brad Johnston finished second, and Sam Coutts and Nick Bailey finished third • Moss Wylie and Jeremy Fraser Hoskins won the plate • WAPS: Jennifer and Christine Gibbons won with a first-session score of 70 and a second-session score of 63.3 • However, Barry and Liz Fisher took the A-point in the afternoon session with a top score • Cranmer Bridge Club Mereana achieved a top score during a session at the House of Cards . • Club Visits On the trip from Dunedin to Christchurch, Bridge Clubs in Oamaru, Timaru, and Ashburton got their photos taken • Travel Hazards Heavy snow and traffic delays of nearly two hours on the Kilmog outside of Dunedin eventually led to the road closure • Local Trivia Barry gets grilled on this as we trip from Christchurch to Dunedin Mr Jinn shares results from around the motu • Ashburton Intermediate, Hutt Intermediate, Tudor-Biggs Intermediate (Auckland), Tauranga Intermediate, Junior and Novice, Kaikoura Junior and Novice • Gin Club Circuit: The Alex Baker, Barfoot & Thompson Jin Club Circuit continues, and Mr Jin gives a roundup • Ross shared an embarrassing story about accidentally backing his trailer into a tip in Taupo • Feedback – Are you a couples who met over the Bridge table? – Barry and Jenny met outside an Appeal room – Does that count? Judge Julie is covering Jury service today and returns next week The Gambler tips today Play up to honours 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
Green Crops, to chop or not to chop, that is the question - or one of them for this season. And the answer is......it depends. Basically chop when you need to, drop it like it hot, or compost it if not. Don't be overdoing it slashing and a bashing, so listen up and find out why. It is a nice gentle approach to chop'n and drop'n. 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
Fresh FM
The final in the Paul McNabb series. A remarkable detective story from 2009: dogs dying on Auckland beaches. Cawthron’s world class team found the culprit in a week.
Plains Media
Georgie Woods joins us to discuss how A&P organisations are diversifying to develp the next generation of agricultural leaders, while also attracting a broader range of people to attend their A&P shows.
Advancing, supporting and protecting the welfare and well being of older people.
The soundtrack of your life. Big Daddy brings you the greatest hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond
Final Farewell for Fr Penehe Kalo Sanele Patelesio Parish Priest Kapiti Parish who served in Wairarapa.
We caught up with Tracey Blake, our Station Manager, as well as the hosts of Frankly Friday for this week’s Showmaker Spotlight! We had a yarn about the show, what goes on behind the scenes, and what listeners can expect from Frankly Friday.
🎙️Today on the show, we caught up with Tracey Blake, our Station Manager, as well as the hosts of Frankly Friday for this week’s Showmaker Spotlight! We had a yarn about the show, what goes on behind the scenes, and what listeners can expect from Frankly Friday. Plus, all the usual chat from around Taranaki - local news, what’s happening in the community, and plenty more! 🗞️🌿
Dunedin Public Libraries events coordinator Merce Shavanddasht previews a busy month of events. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
"The first collaboration series between Otautahi in Practice and the ACE Network, and the first of three episodes as part of the Festival of Adult Learing | Ahurei Akonga. This year's theme is ""Finding Our Voice | Ko toku reo, ko toku ohooho"". This part of a country wide celebration with over 100 events taking place. Inga and Nicola join us to discuss their observations and experiences being an active learner and learning facilitator. "
Free FM content creator Mel Libre shares his lifelong love for music, and his song 'Elton John' in tribute to one of his heroes. Mel is the host of both B Orig and Limya Plus Plus on Free FM.
Lower Clutha and Lower Taieri flood protection and drainage schemes - A review of rates for the Lower Clutha and Lower Taieri flood protection and drainage schemes is under way. ORC General Manager Science and Resilience Tom Dyer outlines the process. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
The Valley Project Community Development Coordinator Claire Speedy previews a busy month of Valley Fest events. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
We catch up with Ōtautahi four-piece Kenring to talk about their journey from forming in their final year of high school to becoming a powerful live act around Christchurch. We chat about their sound, their single “Machine Mind,” and shout out their fundraiser gig as they work towards their debut album.
Join hosts Michael Bortnick and Grace from our Nelson Studio presenting a breakfast show with a different musical theme each episode.
Jack is back with SOAR - Securing Our Aspirational Realities, the programme run by Nga Kete Matauranga Charitable Trust exploring life alongside whanau with disabilities. This week Jack sits down with friends Kazera and Jayime, both Peer Support Workers at Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa in Invercargill. Kazera works in mental health peer support at the hospital while Jayime works in the community. They talk about what Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge Aotearoa offers the Invercargill community, why they chose to become peer support workers and what it means that Ka Puta Ka Ora Emerge has opened its doors in Invercargill.
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.
Episode 5 of Tell Me Moir, Season 2, aims to explore what family harm can look like, where to go for help and the some of tools in place that are designed to protect victims both in court and in their daily lives. Together with Amanda Durham from the NZ Police Family Harm team in Dunedin and Bridget Byers, Family Law specialist, we focus on defining family harm and everything that comes under the term and some of the measures and practical steps people can take once they recognise they are experiencing abuse. The episode is a need to know about family harm, coercive control, police response, protection orders, special measures in court and the new stalking law. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
In this episode, we explore the idea of work-life balance and whether it is something we can realistically achieve. Joined by a friend, I discuss the pressures of work, ambition, productivity and the expectations we place on ourselves, as well as the importance of making time for relationships, health and life outside of work. We also share our own experiences and reflect on how our understanding of balance has changed over time. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Today we talk about our fashion choices and the ways in which we express ourselves through our fashion and appearance! Malak just recently came back from the hokonui fashion awards, so we reflect on identity within fashion and how symbolism can be used to create visual effects on garments! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Business Spotlight.
Songs and Stories for children and everyone.
