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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Otago Access Radio
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
In this episode, we chat with former podcaster Malak Tamimi about her experiences on youth advocacy groups: YWCA25, Vote16, Gen Z Aotearoa and Mental Health Foundation. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Radio Hawkes Bay
Musical theatre songs and the stories behind them
Free FM
Eslet Aloua-Carter and her dad Frank share their thoughts and experiences, and help each other along the way. Together they open new experiences.
Wellington Access Radio
Sunday Sads is a music and chat show to help you mourn the end of the weekend and prepare yourself to head into the next one. Pinky, our host curates a suitably moody playlist each week to supplement special segments and even more special Special Guests.
Access Radio Taranaki
Bringing a smile to the faces of the residents of Radius Thornleigh Park and Radius Heatherlea Rest Homes, as we play their musical requests and dedications.
Coast Access Radio
Giving feedback—even positive feedback—can trigger defensiveness, shutdown, or misunderstanding, especially for neurodivergent people. In this episode, Stephen Harrison explores how to give feedback without fallout by focusing on safety, clarity, and choice. You’ll learn why feedback can feel threatening, how language and structure influence nervous system responses, and how simple scripts can dramatically improve outcomes. Stephen introduces practical feedback models, including Intent–Impact–Invite, and walks through real examples from workplaces, relationships, and teams. Whether you’re a leader, parent, partner, or helping professional, this episode offers grounded, usable strategies for feedback that support growth rather than resistance. Visit Stephen’s website (https://thrivalcoaching.nz/neurodivergence-matters-podcast/) for some resources that support this episode.
A Selfless Prayer is Pure Asking to be engaged in the service of the Lord is far superior to asking something from the Lord.
Love of God is Real Selflessness While it is difficult to be a selfless person in a world such as ours, any step in that direction helps one advance to service to God because it is practice for developing the correct attitude of a servant of the Lord.
Showcasing the hidden treasure in Hawke’s Bay. Everyday people who are an extraordinary gift to this community.
Recent studies show a link between menopause and Alzheimer's and today Fi, Tracey and Marcia share their findings and what you can do to get the right information you need and how to keep your brain healthy.
The expansion of facial recognition, John Cleese blasts the BBC, top Xmas films, do dogs dream of chasing cats and eating bones? This is a recording from a live broadcast. Peter Fleming brings you an entertaining 90 minutes of popular music, mostly gleaned from the 1970’s and 1980’s but not excluding music from any era.
Arrow FM
Art and Artists.
Planet FM
Inspiring stories, community voices, pageantry and events
A fresh and vibrant program for the Latin American community in Wellington. News, interviews, lots of music and more.
Information about local community events
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
Voice of Aroha is an inclusive platform representing the voices of a variety of communities and their perspectives on many topics. This programme is run by a diverse group of former refugees in Wellington, with support from the local community.
Mulching - what to use, where to get it from, can you make it yourself? Another great listener question answered today and it is all about Mulch. Where to best get your mulch from, what sort of mulch to use under trees versus what you use in the veggie garden and how live mulch is primo people! Super handy info again from Gardener Kath Irvine. 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
Where do we learn our beliefs and ideas about gender, and how do we come to know what is “normal”? In this episode, Charlie and Mia examine different forms of media, pop culture etc. that discreetly influence our ideas about gender and sexuality from kids' shows like Peppa Pig to video games and social media.
Broadcast on Otago Access Radio www.oar.org.nz
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
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.
Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ
An hour of the best, the latest, the most relevant music as chosen and presented by our own Kris Johnson.
Betty Smith, programme facilitator at Your Way Kia Roha in Hamilton, speaks to Gary about the Transition Service for young people to find what they want to do when they're leaving school.
Advancing, supporting and protecting the welfare and well being of older people.
Plains Media
Health is Wealth with Ruby Campbell at El Kapitan
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.
Ordinary people and their stories.
Featuring Blerta - Simple Image - Craig Scott and more
Hop into a delightful Tamariki Tales adventure this week, where animals, adventures and big feelings steal the show! First, we follow a curious little bunny on a very special day full of hopping, exploring, and figuring out what it means to be happy and loved just the way you are. Then we zoom over to a bustling junkyard where treasures, surprises, and unexpected fun wait around every corner. Packed with gentle laughs, warm hearts, and colourful imagination, this episode is perfect for kids under 8 who love stories that make you smile.
Catalytic Foundation - We talk to Teresa Moore about Gift Five and learn why it is so important? This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Tarryn's journey in Ōtautahi shows how asking for help and guidance from others has positive and cultural impacts that extend far beyond the initial question and act. We hear how through seeking out knowledge and experience from others changes perspectives, creates and strengthens cultural movements, and uplifts the people place around us.
The whole crew from Evergreen Terrace join us in the studio for a chat on their band, the Simpsons and even some live music! We chat about their upcoming all ages gig, a great opportunity for fans of music from all ages to be part of the music scene in Ōtautahi
The latest for the Tongan community – global news, Tongan news and current affairs, interviews, community stories and events.
Radio Southland
Jack interviews guests from different backgrounds.
Knight-Life is a weekly history chat show hosted by Nick, Sean, and George from the Medieval Society, diving into the past and sharing updates on the club’s latest antics.
Experience spiritual nourishment through God’s word in this hour of thought-provoking reflections designed to enrich the soul. Hosted by Chris Herd, this show features a beautiful selection of acapella Gospel songs, offering a peaceful and uplifting experience for listeners. Proudly sponsored by the New Plymouth Church of Christ.
This time, Suzie sits around the table with Caci to chat about Sip Distilling and their Shimmer gins. 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
I’m delighted to be advertising TWO imminent bluegrass tour in NZ, one with NZ band ‘You, Me, Everybody’ to promote their new album, and one with the North Carolina-based duo ‘Kindred Spirit’. I’ve featured tracks from both groups in this show. We’ve also got tracks from JD Crowe & the New South, the Gibson Brothers, the Steeldrivers, and Blue Highway. High Fidelity play a fiddle tune, as does Glen Duncan, and we’ve a song from Pam Findlay with the Hamilton County Bluegrass Band.
In this special episode, Mike and Sue take you to the 63rd Annual Convention of Alcoholics Anonymous, held at Otago Boys' High School in Ōtepoti Dunedin from January 16-18 of this year. Marking 80 years of AA in Aotearoa New Zealand, we’ve spliced together a series of short interviews with members from across the fellowship - from the Mihi Whakatau welcoming ceremony to the Saturday night countdown at "A Vision for You," and a contribution from a Rule 62 Catering volunteer. Recorded live at the convention themed "Our Primary Purpose," hear from Melinda (Australia), Dee, Ricky, Tash, Brendan, Heather, and Rita as they share their experience, strength, and hope.
Take time out of your day to feel the mental, physical and spiritual benefits of this meditative practice
Bisaya Original Music for New Zealand and beyond. Introducing the music, both traditional and pop, of Bisaya artists as well as the Bisaya culture and language; and providing a link to Bisaya people in New Zealand to other parts of the globe.
Manawatu Peoples Radio
An hour of queer news and music with Cam, Matt, Skye, and Andi, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the assistance of New Zealand On Air.
opera music
The latest music with DJ Static
In this episode of The Power Within the Storm, Wayne Forrest dives into what it means to live as a person of increase. Moving beyond mindset, he explores abundance as a frequency. One we tune into through gratitude, giving, intention, and alignment with universal laws. Wayne shares practical ways to live from overflow rather than lack, showing how life begins to feel easier and more expansive when we live in harmony with who we truly are.
