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A Week of It Local news for Kapiti and Horowhenua, showcasing events and happenings of the week that was. Episodes and more
Ask Margot Margot De Cotesworth hosts "Ask Margot". Margot provides provide sound, real and insightful advice. Listeners are encouraged to write in with a problem they are stuck on, and we will “ask Margot". Episodes and more
At The Table with Gail Gail Hall rummages through many a cookbook or delves into treasured home recipes to share with you, tempting you into the kitchen. Episodes and more
Blues Train An hour of great music filled with Blues, Soul, Funk,Gospel and Jazz. Episodes and more
Books Aloud Showcasing new release books with author interviews, story excerpts and special guest narrators in this engaging, entertaining and educational show. Episodes and more
Cancer Korero The Cancer Society discuss topics around cancer awareness and cancer prevention, what's on in Kāpiti and how can we stay well. Episodes and more
Community Notices on Coast Access Radio The Coast Access Radio Community Noticeboard broadcasts throughout the day on 104.7FM. Episodes and more
Conservation Conversation Educational conversations about the importance of conservation and the benefits of nature from the staff at Ngā Manu Nature Reserve Episodes and more
Conversations at Coast Access Radio Interesting conversations with people from all walks of life. Episodes and more
Farming Aotearoa Peter Burke presents Farming Aotearoa. This a monthly programme looking at the diversity of farming in our country and often touching on features not covered in the mainstream media. Episodes and more
Focus on Arts This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests. Episodes and more
Groove Yard Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century. Episodes and more
Left of the Dial Rosa Topliff presents music that listeners may not have heard before, without any genre limits. Episodes and more
Let's Talk Golf Penny Gaylor interviews guests sharing their knowledge and expertise about all things golf. Episodes and more
Let's Talk Science Join Dr Greg Sherley and Coast Access Radio's Catherine Scullin every month to learn about all things science from our very own local science guru, Dr Greg Sherley. Episodes and more

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Latest Episodes

Groove Yard Show - Visit 188 Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs, and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century. Play Episode

Community Notices - 10 November 2025 Community Notices for Kapiti and Horowhenua, broadcast on Coast Access Radio. Play Episode

Sunday at 8 Christian music for the morning and evening Play Episode

Focus on Faith-06-11-2025 From the congregation of Paraparaumu Baptist Church Play Episode

A Week of It - Half Marathon, Art Trail, Rahui Womens rugby, Te Horo Gardens and Mowbray record stamp price The Kāpiti Half Marathon is racing our way this weekend, The Kāpiti Coast Art Trail returned last weekend and is on again this weekend, Rahui’s wāhine rugby team has won the Horowhenua-Kāpiti championship, Spring fever is grabbing Te Horo for next month’s Te Horo Garden Trail and Garden Market and Otaki’s Mowbray gets record price for rare stamp. Play Episode

Soundwave - ep154 New Aotearoa music, a nod to Jack De Johnette and more great music. Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new. Play Episode

At The Table with Gail - It's Paleo Time! 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. Play Episode

Live Interview with Josette from Taylor - A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Taylor - A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift is heading around New Zealand, and it's stopping in Paraparaumu. Get ready to sing your heart out and relive your favourite TayTay Era at this fantastic show! Catherine caught up with Josette (Taylor) to chat about everything Swift! Coast Access Radio presents a selection of interviews from our Live to air broadcast Play Episode

Blues Train - Old Favourites Getting back to basics and reviewing the music I grew up with and love. Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style. Play Episode

Left of the Dial - Side projects Side projects of well known artists from a range of genres, some tracks as well known as their main stream of output. Music that listeners may not have heard before, without any genre limits, presented by Rosa Topliff Play Episode

Live Interview with Juli Hunter - Sustainable Clothing! Sustainable Clothing and Eco Fashion... it's a key part of the clothing lifecycle! Juli Hunter talks with Catherine about how to reduce clothing ending up in landfills and ways that we can reduce this like the upcoming Clothing Swaps! Coast Access Radio presents a selection of interviews from our Live to air broadcast Play Episode

Revive and Thrive - Trish Velkman, Kapiti Arts & Craft Soc. How do you prepare for retirement? Ron Tustin takes the listener through what to expect in retirement, what you can do to prepare, health issues that may affect you and provides helpful advise on where to go for assistance. Play Episode

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8:00 AM - 10:00 AM	The Morning Show Join us weekday mornings for the latest news from our community, local weather, loads of music and special guests
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Cancer Korero Coast Access Radio Cancer Society Disability and Health
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Groove Yard James Eaton Music
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Bridge Zone The Bridge Zone is a radio show and podcast encouraging fellow Bridge players to share the passion that enthusiasts have in playing this challenging game.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Capital Irish The programme includes Irish news, local events and activities with an Irish flavour, as well as book and movie reviews, interviews and live music from visiting Irish musicians.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Arinalty A podcast by Arina Aizal, on stories of women with international backgrounds on their cultural identities, belonging and wellbeing in Aotearoa.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM	Focus on Arts Coast Access Radio Arts and Culture
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Conversations at Coast Access Radio Coast Access Radio Community
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Solid Gold 60's Solid Gold 60s with Geoff Dorsett
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Soft Rock The Soft Rock show is a multiple award-winning radio show presented by Geoff Dorsett. It is recorded at Geoff Dorsett’s home studio in Wiltshire, UK, and broadcast on several radio stations around the world, including the UK, USA, and NZ
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM	American Connection A weekly look into the world of country music with award winning CMA International Broadcaster Of The Year 2009 Brian Clough (UK)

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