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.
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Plains Media
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Radio Hawkes Bay
Music of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
Hosted by Eddie and Glen. In this show we highlight the work of Eric Dolphy, an American jazz multi-instrumentalist whose work was considered to be some of the first 'free jazz'. He died tragically young, most of his work, including the seminal album Out To Lunch was released posthumously. We showcase that album along with Out There (an album released during his lifetime) as well as his work in Europe. Listen to a hour of a man who truly expanded the notion of what jazz is. An eclectic music (and sometimes comedy) show from Eddie, Matt, and Glen and their extensive vinyl collections, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Arrow FM
Humanising road safety conversations.
Together, with Amanda from Autism Wairarapa Charitable Trust, we delve into the topic of Neurodiversity and explore the range of ways the human brain functions.
Musical theatre songs and the stories behind them
Wellington Access Radio
Free FM
What does it mean to feel represented in the place you call home? In this episode of Equal Agenda, Lucia is joined by Lynda Johnston to explore the relationship between place, identity, and politics, and how our lived experiences shape the way we navigate the world around us. From housing and transport to healthcare, education, and the spaces we move through every day, the decisions that shape our lives are political. Together, they discuss why there is no one-size-fits-all experience of Aotearoa, and why understanding diverse perspectives matters when making decisions that affect us all. Because where you stand matters, and whose voices are heard can shape the future we share.
Otago Access Radio
614 - Bubbling Energy - Samuel Mann and Mawera Karetai are joined by Shane Jenkins who brings his contribution for Coming Up For Air - his conversation with Joe Farrant of UniFlats. With a thought of the day from Lucy Brown. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
A weekly community catch‑up with our local community police
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
Showcasing the hidden treasure in Hawke’s Bay. Everyday people who are an extraordinary gift to this community.
Wellbeing Emotional resilience Communication Personal growth.
A fresh and vibrant program for the Latin American community in Wellington. News, interviews, lots of music and more.
Stories from the early settlers' village and museum.
This week, we welcome Kelly Shanks, CEO of Sport Manawatū. But there's much more to Kelly than her title! She's a mum of three boys, a coach, a volunteer and a passionate supporter of grassroots sport. We chat about her sporting journey, balancing family and career, the sacrifices made behind the scenes, and her passion for making a difference in our sporting community. A fantastic conversation about family, leadership and the people who keep grassroots sport alive. 🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms. Every game has a scoreboard… but every sport has a story. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Planet FM
Inspiring stories, community voices, pageantry and events
We talk to Founders Matt and Gio about setting up a Lightsaber Group and some of their favourite Star Wars things (and not favourite too!) A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
ART Media
Today, we're talking about something that affects communities throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. Something that happens in our cities, in our rural towns, in our neighbourhoods, and sometimes behind doors that, from the outside, appear to be perfectly ordinary homes. We're talking about family violence. And more specifically, we're talking about White Ribbon Day, observed internationally every year on the 25th of November. It's a day that asks us to think about the way we treat one another, the relationships we create, and the responsibility we all have to ensure that women and children can live without fear.
Coast Access Radio
Horseshoes return to Gretna Green, 'Hobbits' have fun in the UK, 'Name That Storm', Mangelworzel or Donald Trump? No need to wash up at Airbnb's? This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua, proudly supported by NZ On Air. Learn more at www.coastaccessradio.org.nz
Forty minutes south of Kirikiriroa/Hamilton is the world’s largest predator proof fenced sanctuary. One of the crown jewels of the NZ conservation estate, Sanctuary Mountain has just turned 25 years old, and in honour of the occasion I talked with some of the people who make it all happen. Part 2 – Sanctuary Mountain CEO Helen Hughes and Volunteer Co-ordinator Jenny Collie talk about their work, the mountain and the people that keep it alive and humming. Conversations with Interesting people about Life, Death and Other Things.
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!
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
This week we meet Taungaroa Allen, an Auckland-based comedian who got started after going on a three-day course at the Comedy Hub in Palmerston North. Now the troupe he formed with his fellow comedy students – Bitter, Twisted and On Tap are delivering shows here, there and everywhere including across the ditch. We talk about his influences, what inspires him and what it’s like to be the only comedian in an accomplished family of entertainers (but he can’t tell us who they are because he doesn’t like to brag – or raise expectations!). The show that takes a peek behind the scenes to talk to the people who are doing cool, positive, fun things here in the mighty Waikato and around the globe.
Bugs and Mila discuss extreme horror fiction, being drawn to shock, and ways of interpreting art.
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Emergency planning, preparations, practises and ideas to help us refrain from panicking.
Governor Marie Kyle-Stevenson, Lynn King and Zonta Says No Chair Rebecca Cameron will tell us about the Annual Zonta Says No To Violence campaign
Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ
How do you find the right book to help a child through big feelings? In Episode 43 of Books Beyond Barriers, host Krissy Wright talks with Rachel Barker, a Dunedin audiologist and former primary school teacher, about Read My Feelings, a new charitable trust building a national resource to help whānau, teachers and professionals find children’s books on emotions and difficult topics. Rachel explains how her experience in education and healthcare revealed a gap in support, and shares plans for a website that will recommend age-appropriate books for children up to 12 and show where to find them in libraries and bookshops. Krissy also introduces emotional intelligence and emotional regulation, and highlights the Aroha series from New Zealand publisher Wildling Books. Topics include anxiety, grief, divorce and starting school, and why books are a powerful way to begin important conversations with tamariki. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Leaf curl can cause some gardeners to run around the orchid screaming, but, do they need to? Loads of helpful information on why not to panic and please don't fertilise the ground (it will cause more leaves and more curlyness) but suggestions on what to do for the tree. Also something to ponder - is this tree just not right for you? Peach anyone? 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
Information about local community events
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
😂 A bit of Chopper, a bit of kōrero and a whole lot happening this morning! Tyrese caught up with comedian Heath Franklin, the man behind the infamous Australian character Mark "Chopper" Read, for a chat about 20 years of bringing Chopper to life and his show COPPER GOLD, hitting our shores on the 18th of November. Safe to say, this was a bloody good chat! 😂 Plus, we had all our usual kōrero, catching up on what's happening around the community and plenty more to keep your morning moving.
Kirstie McKinnon - Dunedin Writer, painter and surfer Kirstie McKinnon reflects on her latest poetry collection Storm, recently published by Dromedary Collective Press. Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Austin Power-Bottom Off Off Off Broadway - Local drag artist Austin Power-Bottom previews the upcoming musical theatre cabaret show Off Off Off Broadway, to be staged at the New Athenaeum Theatre. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Tune in to Feel The Vibe FM, your morning destination for the South Indian community! Hosted by RJ Tanya, this show features a vibrant mix of music, entertainment, and current affairs in Malayalam and Tamil. Enjoy songs, interviews, and engaging discussions tailored for our audience. For inquiries, suggestions, or to get in touch, email: robin@nzmobiles.co.nz
