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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Latest News

CAMA sector shines at 2025 NZ Radio & Podcast Awards

Multiple nominations reflect CAMA sector's commitment to storytelling that matters

Proposed spectrum fee increases threaten New Zealand’s Community Access Media sector

CAMA is concerned over proposed increases to radio spectrum licence fees

Plains FM announces name change after 37 years

Plains FM the latest in a slew of to Community Access Media stations to rebrand in recent years

Our latest podcasts

22-04-2025 15:56
Cutting Room Floor on Youth Zone - Episode 30 - Getting Meta

Otago Access Radio

Lydia talks about zines, creativity, the podcast itself, and the nature of archiving. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

22-04-2025 15:55
Borsch Club - Episode 11 - Ukrainian Church: Past and Present

Otago Access Radio

In this episode of Borsch Club, we welcome Fr. Andriy Mykytyuk, Parish Priest at the Ukrainian Cathedral of Sts Peter & Paul. He shares insights into the history of the Ukrainian Church, the recent appointment of Bishop Mykola Bychok as Cardinal, and what this means for Ukrainians in New Zealand and Australia. We also talk about challenges the Church faces during wartime and how faith unites people across continents. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.

22-04-2025 15:54
Bhakti-Margam - Grow Spiritually - Episode 49 - What is Bhakti

Otago Access Radio

What is Bhakti?Bhakti is all about a deep, emotional bond and love between a devotee and a personal god. It's not just a one-sided affair; it's a mutual relationship where the deity also shows love and care for the devotee. The word bhakti comes from Sanskrit and means ""love"" or ""devotion,"" but it's true essence goes beyond these simple translations.This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz

22-04-2025 15:30
Eurocard - Apr 22 2025

Fresh FM

Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.

22-04-2025 14:57
No Labels NZ - 22 April

Wellington Access Radio

22-04-2025 14:00
Paul Unscripted - Paul chats to Kai and Luca about gardening

Coast Access Radio

Paul chats to Kai and Luca about gardening and gives us all great tips based on old ways that are simple and inexpensive. Paul is a member of Kapiti Kiwis, a support group for local people facing life with disabilities. His topic, will be usually, unscripted.

22-04-2025 14:00
Lapwood Laps - Apr 22 2025 ep38

Fresh FM

Darren Lapwood presents some of the best songs for speedway racing.

22-04-2025 13:00
Making Work Better - 08 - Beca: Simplification and sustainability

Otago Access Radio

In this episode of Making Work Better, Denise Quinlan talks with Kristi Matthews, Group Head of Talent and Inclusion, and Chloe Stewart-Tyson, Group Manager of Health, Safety, Environment and Wellbeing from Beca, about how the global employee-owned engineering consultancy is redesigning work for people, performance, and purpose. They discuss hybrid working, talent attraction and retention, and simplifying systems to reduce overload. From graduate onboarding to wellbeing programmes and affinity networks, Beca is making changes that stick - not through top-down mandates, but through grassroots momentum and shared ownership. If you’re looking for practical ways to future-proof your culture, this episode is full of real-world inspiration. Links: Get your free copy of the Making Work Better Report here: https://mailchi.mp/nziwr/making-work-better-report-2024 Follow Denise @drdenisequinlan linktr.ee/drdenisequinlan nziwr.co.nz Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

22-04-2025 13:00
Cult Chat - E60: Learning to Think, Trust and Heal after a Cult with Maria Esquerra'

Plains FM 96.9

In this second of two chats Maria and Caz talk about bad information, and the critical role of education in teaching discernment between good information and bad. Maria shares about coming to understand how the cult used psychological processes to control members, and how often distrust of establishments persists in the minds of cult survivors after leaving. The duo chat about trauma, and the role of safe spaces, and candidly share how even professional people get triggered into the past.

22-04-2025 13:00
Life Coaching with Gaeil - Midway April

Radio Hawkes Bay

Psychic and Spiritual Counselling as Gaeil explores various dimensions of the spiritual world

22-04-2025 12:50
Testing, testing, 1-2-3 - 22-04-2025

Arrow FM

Nothing to see here. Really.

22-04-2025 12:43
Aakashwani Bharat Bhavan - 21 April

Wellington Access Radio

22-04-2025 12:34
C-Zone with Simon Howard - 21 April

Wellington Access Radio

22-04-2025 12:29
CWEA - It's Party Time! by Quentin Findlay - Part 4 The Reform Party Continued...

Plains FM 96.9

This lecture series by Quentin Findlay explores how "the big 4" political parties have shaped Aotearoa's domestic and foreign policies. Starting with the Liberals in the 1890's, moving through Reform, Labour and finally National Quentin lays out how each parties policies have impacted the social and cultural development of New Zealand.

22-04-2025 12:19
Tu Ma Tilotilo - 20 April

Wellington Access Radio

22-04-2025 12:00
Stranded in Paradise - Apr 22 2025 ep49 - NZ Punk pt4 Toy Love

Fresh FM

Stranded in Paradise is an historical music show based on the book of the same name by John Dix, and is a guide to the history of NZ Rock N Roll from 1955 through to 1988.

22-04-2025 12:00
Community or Chaos - 22-04-2025 - Public Health and Hospitals - Scott Willis

Otago Access Radio

Public Health and Hospitals - Scott Willis. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz

22-04-2025 12:00
Community News-22-04-2025

Radio Southland

Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!

22-04-2025 11:59
Voice of Middle East - 20 April

Wellington Access Radio

22-04-2025 11:54
Climate Crisis Action Aotearoa -20 April

Wellington Access Radio

22-04-2025 11:51
Transcribe episode 3 - 20 April

Wellington Access Radio

22-04-2025 11:48
The Humaning Podcast - Permission to be a whole human - 22-04-2025

Arrow FM

This is your permission slip to be all that you are, and to not let your mind's incessant need to make sense of itself downplay just how multifaceted and contradictory and exquisite you are. If you want more energy, be more YOU! If your life is feeling flat, bring more of yourself to it! Magic happens when we bring our whole self to the world. Just watch - I dare you to try it. The Humaning Podcast explores what it means to be fully human, and how we can work WITH our nature – rather than struggling against ourselves – so we can get where we want to in life while loving the journey. If you have any questions, comments or personal revelations, you can share them with Michaela at humaningwithmichaela@gmail.com. You can also go deeper on Instagram @humaningwithmichaela or soak into the Humaning blog at humaning.blog.

22-04-2025 11:47
Someone Cares - 20 April

Wellington Access Radio

22-04-2025 11:30
Regular PBC broadcasts with news and music

Planet FM

Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces

22-04-2025 11:14
Demolition And Cyber Show - 28-04-2025

Arrow FM

Rethinking the cities of the future.

22-04-2025 10:57
Discover the Wonders - 27-04-2025

Arrow FM

The first skyscraper, the cause of different languages, and the story of a man who gave his life to help translate the Bible into different languages. Songs and Stories for children and everyone.

22-04-2025 10:30
Total Wellbeing NZ - Apr 22 2025 ep63 - Enhance Your Performance by Training Smartly

Fresh FM

A radio show and podcast first aired on Fresh FM, Radio by, for, and about Te Tauihu, The Top of the South. A member of the Community Access Media Alliance Aotearoa/New Zealand. Supported by NZ on Air. freshfm.net and FreshFM.NZ on Facebook

22-04-2025 10:30
Well and Being - How Are You Really? - 22-04-2025 - S2 - Show 21 - Sports Dietitian to White Ferns - Dr Kirsty Fairbairn

Otago Access Radio

S2 - Show 21 - Sports Dietitian to White Ferns - In this episode, we chat with Dr. Kirsty Fairbairn, a leading sports dietitian, about how nutrition impacts athletic performance. She discusses fueling for training, optimising recovery, and the importance of a balanced diet for athletes of all levels. Dr. Fairbairn emphasises that women have unique needs requiring tailored nutrition strategies. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a pro, her expert advice offers practical tips to elevate your fitness. Tune in for essential nutrition tips to support peak performance! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.

22-04-2025 09:35
Monuina e pogipogi

Planet FM

Hear church news, community activities, singing and music. Learn about life, social and support services locally and across Aotearoa

22-04-2025 09:30
Bethel New Zealand – 19-04-2025

Free FM

Bethel Nueva Zelanda es una sucursal de Bethel TV y Radio en América del Norte, Central y del Sur, que llega a la comunidad latina para difundir el evangelio y conectarse con buena conversación y buena música cristiana.

22-04-2025 09:30
Bethel New Zealand – 21-04-2025

Free FM

Bethel Nueva Zelanda es una sucursal de Bethel TV y Radio en América del Norte, Central y del Sur, que llega a la comunidad latina para difundir el evangelio y conectarse con buena conversación y buena música cristiana.

22-04-2025 09:30
Radio KJ Local - Easter Special

Plains FM 96.9

Today we spoke about Easter. the importance of celebrating Easter 🐇🥚💐

22-04-2025 09:15
Free Left Turn - 19-04-2025

Free FM

Welcome Comrades to an hour of news and commentary from a far-left perspective.. Produced at Free FM, Hamilton, NZ

22-04-2025 09:15
Harmony Waikato - 20-04-2025

Free FM

Created by Free FM, Hamilton, New Zealand

22-04-2025 09:15
Waikato Chinese Voices - 21-04-2025

Free FM

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.

22-04-2025 09:15
Cosmopolitan News and Views - 20-04-2025

Free FM

Created by Free FM, Hamilton, New Zealand

22-04-2025 09:00
Bookenz - Deborah Challinor, Partica Dunmore and Pauline Grogan

Plains FM 96.9

Interviews with NZ writers and poets, visiting authors from around the world and news of local events

22-04-2025 08:45
OARsome Morning Show - 22-04-2025 - Pond Gallery - new artist-run space in Dunedin

Otago Access Radio

Pond Gallery - Pond Gallery will be a new artist-run space in Dunedin with the aim to create more opportunities for early-career artists, recent graduates and established artists. Zac and Tristan outline to crowdfunding campaign under way to support the gallery's work. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

22-04-2025 08:00
OARsome Morning Show - 22-04-2025 - McCulloch Art Education - Andrew McCulloch

Otago Access Radio

McCulloch Art Education - Andrew McCulloch is crowdfunding through a Boosted campaign to raise enough money to purchase high quality anatomical casts and tools for a small local art studio. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

22-04-2025 08:00
The Arinality - E209 - Reflecting is an Art with Moewai (Part 1)

Otago Access Radio

In this episode, Moewai Marsh returns to the show to talk about her reflections in this phase of the year, prioritising rest and reflecting as an art form via journalling. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz

22-04-2025 07:55
Tongan news and current affairs

Planet FM

The latest for the Tongan community – global news, Tongan news and current affairs, interviews, community stories and events.

22-04-2025 07:00
The Wisdom Collective - Move from Overwhelmed to Organised - 22-04-2025

Radio Southland

Join us as we discuss shifting from a state of overwhelmed to organised so we can find the space necessary to create a joyful life of purpose.

22-04-2025 07:00
Old Folks At Home 22-04-2025

Radio Southland

Pat Corkery is the new host for the iconic Southland radio programme, Old Folks At Home. Each week he plays a selection of music aimed to bring back fond memories for our older generation.

22-04-2025 07:00
Blind Spot-22-04-2025

Radio Southland

Carolyn updates you on goings on for the Association of Blind Citizens Southland Branch!

22-04-2025 07:00
Lorraine in Spain-22-04-2025

Radio Southland

Join expat Southlander Lorraine for her latest European news report!

22-04-2025 07:00
Akapapa - The Journey Home-22-04-2025

Radio Southland

Akapapa - The Journey Home, hosted by Ingrid, is a podcast exploring themes of sustainability, self-care, and leadership

21-04-2025 22:00
The Joy of Classical Music - Ep 99 - It's All About Aotearoa - 21-04-25

Free FM

I try and do an episode on the composers and musical artists Aotearoa at least once every ten or so episodes and here we are again and as usual, it’s a diverse and interesting cross-section that speaks to the deep talent that inhabits these far away lands. Briar Prastiti - White Red Black Briar Prastiti - Pegasus for Symphony Orchestra (available on Soundcloud) Oscar Natzka performs Tchaikovsky’s Pilgrims Song Igor Stravinsky conducts the National Symphony Orchestra of NZ - Finale from The Firebird Suite (1961) Alan Starrett - In Memory of One Who Wished to Forget (from 2023 album Anamneses - available on Bandcamp) NZ String Quartet performs Brahms String Quintet No. 2 in G Major (from the 2019 Naxos album Brahms String Quintets Numbers 1 and 2)

21-04-2025 22:00
The Sensorium - Apr 21 2025 ep02

Fresh FM

"The Sensorium" is a two-hour auditory hallucination woven live by D.J Mojo Filter for Fresh FM.

21-04-2025 21:40
The Tongan Women's Association presents!

Planet FM

Old and new Tongan music, education updates, health information, positive parenting segments, news.

21-04-2025 21:30
ACTivate - Meet Jacqui Dillon, Amnesty Aotearoa's new Executive Director

Plains FM 96.9

Catherine chats with Jacqui Dillon 8 weeks into her role as Kaiwhakahaere Matua. As the international winds of uncertainty blow over the world, Jacqui grounds us by speaking about ripples of change, cultural shifts, and people power. Jacqui shares her vision for humanity as part of Amnesty's 60th birthday celebrations (https://amnesty.org.nz/60th-bday/). And guess what? Jacqui is also a psychotherapist; hear how that work connects with human rights and global systems.

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