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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Free FM
There are so many different reasons why we choose to move countries and become an expat and so many interesting stories of amazing people.
Fresh FM
Matt and Maria start the weekend with rock, metal and whatever else our evil Robot Overlord tells us to play (although rumour has it he's actually quite lovely).
Host Scott Cameron isn't just a teacher but is a musician who brings his knowledge and musical expertise to listeners in his show A Sonic Odyssey.
Coast Access Radio
Viv continues reading The Day I Fell Into A Fairytale, starting chapter 5 through to chapter 9. An enjoyable weekly story time, read by Viv Bailey. Viv takes the listener through a book of her choice designed for the young and young at heart. 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
A weekly into New Zealand’s primary industries, exploring farm systems, markets, people and policy through storytelling, science and experience.
Otago Access Radio
Double Take Productions is taking 'Entertaining Angels Unaware' to the Dunedin Fringe Festival! Join Director and Playwright Penelope Hare, Actor and Designer April McMillan Perkins, and myself as we talk about our creative process so far. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Joanna Santa Barbara presents an Eco Postcard.
Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.
Join Grant live from our Takaka studio for Fresh Start Friday.
Sally Rees from Natural Nosh offers simple solutions for a healthier lifestyle incorporating a Raw Food Diet.
Plains Media
Discover this area's unique landscape and community as it shapes life now and into the future.
Solar Made Simple, brought to you by Kevenergy, is predicated on the responsibilities and rights inherent in us all to take part in the conversation and not just ‘Talk the Talk ' but ‘Walk the Walk'.
Access Radio Taranaki
Today Phill chats with Dominika Zielinska, the exhibiting artist for March 2026. She's displaying photographs taken during the 2010 edition of WOMAD - a moment in time that reflects her personal journey in photography. These photographs are on display for the first time in the ARTSpace - come and see them before the month ends!
Andrew Johnstone: Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Songs We wrong each other and ourselves in all sorts of ways and for this episode of De Tour De Jour, guest host Andrew Johnstone explores the theme of somebody done somebody wrong songs.
Radio Hawkes Bay
An insight into the mysteries of Dyslexia and other learning barriers offering practical solutions to help parents.
Roots Rastafari Reggae with GalanJAH.
Terry and Diane Langford host Saturday in the Country, a weekly music show focusing mainly on country music. We also venture into easy listening, country, pop, contemporary country and even occasionally opera.
A Programme first Broadcast of Fresh FM, the Top of the South's Community Access Media Station.
We talk to Johnny Boyle of Auckland about life with Parkinson's, and his hopes for improvement as he prepares for major brain surgery to try to reduce his symptoms. Kitty Fitton is on a mission to prove that disability and illness doesn’t mean the end of life as we know it. She writes about hating exercise, coping with blended families, Parkinsons, and trying to reach the bottom of the laundry basket. 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 hustle and bustle of life in our 40’s
What happens when we stop asking, “What’s wrong?” and start asking, “What’s strong?” In this episode of Give to Gain, we speak with Dr. Annick Janson, clinical psychologist specialised in the diability sector and co-creator of the award winning Now & Next programme. Based in Raglan and now delivered internationally, Now & Next is a peer-led initiative supporting families of neurodiverse children and children with disabilities. Cocreated by mothers of young men with disabilities, the programme helps parents to lead within their own families and communities, and the ripple effect is enormous.This conversation is about hope as strategy, lived experience as expertise, and what it truly means to give, so others can gain.
Psychic and Spiritual Counselling as Gaeil explores various dimensions of the spiritual world
Wellington Access Radio
Information about local community events
Ben Vyas, local Ōtautahi comedian, joins us for a chat on the upcoming Best Foods Comedy Gala! This massive comedy event will come to Ōtautahi on May 6th 2026.
Ceris chats with the ladies from Taranaki’s Apothecary. We learn all about the things that could have hidden meaning in this exciting episode.
A range of genre this week, including songs from albums worth seeking out Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new.
In this episode, host Julie Woods talks with Marie Michie, founder of Marie’s Crochet, and Nadine Goodall, creator of Spectrum Bridge, about their experiences as disabled entrepreneurs in New Zealand. Marie shares how she built her crochet business crafting bespoke handmade items (from toys and bags to baby clothing, accessories and crochet jewellery) while Nadine explains how her lived experience led her to design sensory resources for autistic students, teachers and families. Together, they discuss confidence, community, neurodiversity, and the realities of running a small business in Dunedin as part of the Disability Business Network. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - http://oar.org.nz
Charlotte Grimshaw - 1:25 Erik Kennedy - 24:52 Claudia form Scorpio - 46:50
Radio Southland
Stay updated on the events, happenings, and services that are available in our local Southland community!
Arrow FM
What's above us in space and time. The wonders of our magnificent night sky, from antiquity to the very latest science and news.
Planet FM
Tune in Monday to Friday for news, current affairs, interviews and special interest pieces
Start your day the right way with HeARTy Breakfast on Art FM, hosted by Bryan Vickery and Tracey Blake.
God's message and music in a Cook Island language
The great songs from the great musicals
Cook brings the Cook Islands language, culture and news into our living rooms every week for 5 hours
All the hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond—classic tunes, good vibes, and the stories behind the music
Wayne Mowat plays music "too good to be forgotten"
The right environment shapes us and shapes our identity. O siosiomaga ese'ese e mafai ona fa'atupula'ia, fausia ma fa'amalosia i tatou uma i mea lelei. Be intentional about the environment we place ourselves in.
Individual Greed or the Common Good - I'll be talking with Professor Nicholas Townsend about the Common Good And how commitment to the Common Good might save us from the individual greed which threatens to destroy our civilization and prevents us from mitigating Climate Change which If not mitigated will mean the death of most human beings within our great grandchildren's lifetime. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Gentle parenting is everywhere right now, but many parents feel confused, exhausted, or worried they’re getting it wrong. In this episode, Anna and Kate unpack where gentle parenting comes from, what the research actually tells us, and why kindness and clear boundaries go hand in hand. A practical, reassuring kōrero about raising children with connection and realism in everyday family life.
A 5 minute catch up with Karen from the SPCA.
Hear church news, community activities, singing and music. Learn about life, social and support services locally and across Aotearoa
Otago Peninsula Community Board - Paul Pope from Otago Peninsula Community Board updates us on topical issues of the day for Peninsula residents. Broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin www.oar.org.nz
Improving patient’s lives through education and awareness about lymphoedema.
Jerome Chandrahasen at Dunedin Fringe - Comedian Jerome Chandrahasen brings his show On Words to Moons Restaurant and Bar for Dunedin Fringe 2026. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
In this episode, Arina reflects on how to know when it’s actually time to change your life - without the dramatic “quit everything and disappear”. Spot signs you’re stuck in survival mode, take stable steps to protect your wellbeing. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
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.
Peter presents a taste of the sixties with the best of sixties music. It's simply sensational!
