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
Some simple tasty bites. Banana Bran Mini Loaves, Triple Cheese Tempters, Scroggin Snacks, Apricot Bliss Balls and Chia Cakes. Cheese Tempters? Music is 'Temptation' by the Everly Brothers. Presented by Gail Hall with co-hosts Peter Fleming, Gail presents a wide range of recipes from the decadently delicious through to gorgeously healthy eating.
Plains Media
An op-ed explaining how the performing arts audition requires thorough preparation, adaptability, and emotional courage.
Wellington Access Radio
Punaaga Vagahau Niue is a weekly programme to raise awareness of illnesses that surround Niue people here in New Zealand and throughout the world. The show covers what and where to look for help for you and your family.
Free FM
New Zealand is about to spend up to $9 BILLION on two warships that can't patrol our own coastline, can't stop illegal fishing in our own waters, and — by the government's own experts' logic — couldn't actually defend us anyway. So why are we buying them? This week, Echoes of Dissent asks the question Wellington doesn't want to answer: Why Grey Hulls? Why not MRIs instead? Dame Lynda Topp opens with the funniest takedown of the defence budget you'll hear all year. Then Herbs, Shona Laing, Bob Dylan and Edwin Starr join the soundtrack. We take a hard look at choices between frigates and hospitals, and where every party stands before November 7. Listen before you vote. Traversing the centuries and musical genres to dive into one song that cries out ‘This is wrong!’
Fresh FM
Fresh Feed is the Fresh FM newsletter, on air and in your ears. Catch up on what’s happening at Fresh FM, what’s new, and what’s coming up. Fresh news, local voices, and a little behind-the-scenes goodness from across Te Tauihu. In this episode: -Meet Jo, our new Programme and Community Coordinator -Fresh FM out and about, Save the date: Saturday Oct 24 , Sublime Vinyl Sessions 11-1 and Nelson Arts Festival street party with Fresh FM Dj’s 12-7:30pm -New shows, including Nelson Arts Festival Series, Pakarana Peeps and Voices of Recovery -Highlights from the Community Conversations Series -A little listener love for Rayna’s NMIT Contemporary Music Hour and a challenge for our listeners to spread the love and send us some positive feedback. -A big thank you to our recent donors: Nelson ‘s Model Railway and Founders Heritage Park Book Faire, and how you can support Fresh FM
In this episode of Chloe Dilley Seeking Talents, we hear from Rata Jamieson. Outside of being the Labour Party Candidate for Ilam, she is in her final year of Fine Arts at the University of Canterbury, loves to collect vintage dresses (has over 130), speaks Japanese, and so much more! Tune into this episode of Chloe Dilley Seeking Talents to hear more about Rata and her life.
Radio Hawkes Bay
Awesome forgotten hits spanning the decades.
A show for the Cook Islands community, in Cook Islands Māori and English.
A programme first broadcast on Fresh FM, amplifying the voices of Te Tauihu
Manawatu Peoples Radio
A rundown of local sports results with Brian and Aaron, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the assistance of New Zealand On Air.
Otago Access Radio
Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin oar.org.nz
An extended Climate Matters Interview with Eliza Prestidge-Oldfield
Delena chats with clay artist Carla Ruka about her love of clay and what to discover during Nelson Clay Week. Find more information about Clay Week at www.clayweek.co.nz - events from 3-9 October
The Voice Within explores new age beliefs with regular guests.
Dealing with daylight saving and change of season.
News from Samoa and around Aotearoa New Zealand
Sean sits down with Vanessa Beck (operations Team) ahead of the 2026 New Zealand Young Writers Fest (Fri 2nd - Sun 4th October) to discuss all the great things happening in this years programme. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
An hour of award-winning speedway news and views with Chris and Troy, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
ART Media
Using the Apple iPhone 17 as our example we explore how Apple works with major companies globally, what are the major components incorporated in their phones, where are they manufactured, how much do they cost, and ultimately how much profit does a company such as Apple make when you purchase your new iPhone.
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Today we are going to talk about how to be romantic, what creates attraction, how to keep love alive, which lasts longer - good cookin’ or good kissin’. And then we’ll wind up our show by showing you how to be your own therapist if none of the above is working for you! Margot is our go to for life problems. Listeners are encouraged to write in with a problem they are stuck on, and we will “Ask Margot” to provide sound, real and insightful advice.
This episode continues Chapter 34 of Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, recounting the liberation of Vidyadhara from a serpent’s body and Krishna’s protection of Nanda Maharaja. It also tells of Krishna and Balarama rescuing the gopis from Sankhachuda, showing the danger of pride and the power of surrender. A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
What are Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPOAs) and how do they work? Do you need one? Who should you pick to make decisions for you? And when will someone else decide what’s best for you? Find the answers to all your EPOA questions in this episode of the Law Lady.
We talk with Jemma Walker from Life Education Trust Canterbury about the return of The Great Canterbury Duck Race! 🎙️ Now in its ninth year, hundreds of ducks will take to the Avon River on Sunday 1 November, racing from the Bridge of Remembrance towards Hereford St Bridge. Jemma tells us how the Duck Race got started, what’s happening this year, how you can get involved, and of course, what happens when hundreds of ducks hit the river
Just when local government reform was gathering pace, Central Government has suddenly hit pause ⏸️🏛️ Taryn catches up with South Taranaki District Mayor Phil Nixon to get his honest thoughts on the unexpected pause to reform process, and find out what could happen next. They also chat about the new lookout at the Pātea Saltmarsh, and and the completion of Stage 2 of the Waverley Town Belt 🌳✨🌿Plus, there’s a look at the South Taranaki Community Awards, the Hāwera Community Board by-election, and what’s happening around the district during the school holidays 🎉🗳️👨👩👧👦
Cam chats to budding young entrepreneurs Hadleigh, Max and Felix about their involvement in the Otaki Kids market and all the cool things they are doing there. Plus Claire from the Otaki Women's Club gives us an update about some of the changes that are happening with the Kids Market. 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
The focus of today’s episode is how to register your naturally regenerating native forest through the NZ Emissions Trading Scheme or ETS. Being able to talk to people who have successfully navigated this process is incredibly helpful. Join me, Maureen Howard, on a trip to Christchurch where I chat with my guests Bob Webster and his wife Carol Jensen, and Antony Johnson who have gone through the process of registering regenerating forest on neighbouring pieces of predominantly south facing hill country near Little River on Banks Peninsula. On Antony’s property, (altitude 280-500m) native forest has established through gorse, while on Bob and Carol’s property (380-720m) it is establishing through upland exotic grasses. Many thanks to Pōhatu penguins for kindly sponsoring this episode (www.pohatu.co.nz). If you loved this local episode and want to help ‘Keep Maureen Going’ please contact me through my email at rewildinginaction@gmail.com. I will thank you in the next episode! This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Showcasing, the music, news, people and lifestyles of the people of Africa
Supporting women in our Hawke’s Bay communities, to access and secure employment opportunities
The soundtrack of your life. Big Daddy brings you the greatest hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond
Tyrese caught up with the awesome Jo Emett from Timeless Therapy 🎶 to chat about her incredible time at the Aotearoa Country Music Awards! 🏆🇳🇿 Jo took home the Veteran Gospel Award 🙌🎤 and also picked up some exciting runner-up awards along the way! We had a good kōrero about her journey, the awards, and of course what’s happening with Timeless Therapy 🎵 🚗 Tyrese also ran through some important road rule changes coming into effect today, with a few things drivers around Taranaki will want to keep in mind! Plus, the usual mix of local kōrero, music, Taranaki happenings and a bit of banter to get your Thursday morning underway! ☕🌄
We kick things off with The Bright Ideas and their new track Bayonet from the Bright Sharp Things EP, before diving into another eclectic collection of independent music from around Aotearoa - including Blisster, Crook, Oscar Dowling, Moon Unit, Model, TAKATAPUNANI, Louis Baker, Eo, Summer Vee, Reb Fountain, The Datsuns and Conrad Wedde (from The Phoenix Foundation). Discovering the best independent music from Aotearoa — new releases, emerging artists, local scenes, and future favourites from New Zealand's indie underground.
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
Saving Santa's Sparkle - Arlie McCormick previews the Chritsmas pantomime spectacular coming to the Regent Theatre - Saving Santa's Sparkle. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Policy Costings - Prof Andrew Geddis from the University of Otago Faculty of Law provides an overview of past moves to consider establishing a costings unit to consider election year policies independently. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
The Ōtautahi grunge-rock trio, originally from Westport, are back with a new song "Scatter Brain", more shows and their final single of the year, arriving October 9th. We chat about their new track, how their sound has evolved, recording as a full band, obsessing over the perfect mix, and what Swamp Meet have planned next. The new single also arrives alongside a Space Academy show on October 9th with Kenring and PhatSak!
Country music from New Zealand and around the world
Radio Southland
100 80's icons Part 4
interviewing Dorothy and talking about aviation and flights and what does aviation did to her life. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
What does it mean to call yourself a feminist? Yueke travelled to Korea for a transnational feminist conference and found herself surrounded by feminists from across Asia, from young to longtime feminist activists. Their conversations made her rethink why we call ourselves feminists, what feminism means in different places and generations, and why feminism and queer and lesbian identities can be so deeply connected. What can we learn from feminists across borders and generations? And what makes us feel that “feminist” is a word for us? Come join the conversation! 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
For Mental Health Awareness Week, Youth Action Group girls, Bella, Esme and Ruby-Mae met with Claudia from Youth Line to talk about all things mental health related. If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health difficulties get in touch with youth line on 0800 376 633. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
Oliver is in touch with Ireland with phone reports of all that's happening this week in Ireland, sports news and music.
Being but a pawn in game of life… I humbly arrive at your feed to tell the countryside AND yourself to carve out two hours of time, and to spend that time with the Mystery Man, our behind the scenes team, and me. We are the Paleface Parabola radio squad of test pilots who bring this racket to your ears no matter what part of the Third Rock from the sun you dwell in. Music builds character.And characters! The weekly tease regarding our scheme.Its less nerve-wracking than the Sunday crossword puzzle. 1 Tom Robinson Band 2 Leon Bridges 3 The Fleshtones 4 Dave Bartholomew 5 Robin Trower And the Mystery Man ‘s salvo of the week comes with Turkish overtones. One Draft Jones... signing off.
Musafir Hoon Yaaro (I am a Traveller) is a lifestyle show in Hindi, hosted by Arsh (Jimmy) Singh.
