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Mish Mash Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style. 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 Play Episode
How Environments Shape Young People - Part 2 Following on from last week’s discussion, Finn and Kai are joined by Harrison to explore further how environment can shape the experiences of young people growing up. Harrison shares his perspective on school life, social pressure, and how influences such as social media, community opportunities and peer expectations can impact the choices young people make. They also discuss the challenges of small-town life, the importance of positive role models, and why creating more opportunities for young people in local communities could help prevent many from going down the wrong path. 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 Play Episode
Masking in Neurodivergence: Why It Happens and What It Costs Masking involves adjusting behaviour, communication, and self-presentation to appear more typical or acceptable. For many neurodivergent adults, it develops early as a response to criticism, confusion, or rejection. While masking can demonstrate adaptability and awareness, it often carries emotional, cognitive, and physical costs over time. This episode explores masking through the lens of regulation, identity vs pathology, and recognising patterns. It examines the internal “moderator,” cognitive load, sensory processing strain, and burnout risk. Practical support strategies and accommodations are outlined for neurodivergent adults and for those in workplace, relationships, parenting, and leadership contexts. Thrival Coaching resources expand on understanding neurodivergence, voluntary learning, and practical support approaches that reduce strain while preserving autonomy and choice." 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 Play Episode
Great Tracks and Sidetracks - 09 Repairing the Houses of Parliament. Saving the Red Squirrel. Potholes threaten the Bayeux Tapestry. Kids - too many vitamins? More DIY repairs nowadays. 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. 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 Play Episode
Tomato Blight - what can you do about it? Blighty tommies? What can be done? Well, simple things really - listen in and find out what you can do to help your crop this year, but better still, what can you do so next year is a bumper crop. 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 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 Play Episode
Can for Coffee at Two Fat Chefs CANS FOR COFFEE! Two Fat Chefs - up until the 22nd of March 2026 - will swap a can of food for a coffee as part of a new initiative from fundraiser Top Up, run by Mal Bird. This initiative will see cans of food donated to Kapiti community organisations. For every can, another can will be donated by Star Fish Kapiti and PAK'nSAVE Kapiti. Catherine sits down with Mal in this interview to find out how this started. Two Fat Chefs are located on Marine Parade in Paraparaumu if you would like to swap your can of food for a coffee. Limit of one free coffee (with a can) per person per day. 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 Play Episode
APRA Songwriters Showcase Part 1 - New Zealand Music with Todd Zaner Todd Zaner highlights songs connected to APRA and the work of New Zealand songwriters. 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 Play Episode
The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale - Chapters 14-19 Viv continues reading The Day I Fell Into A Fairytale, starting chapter 14 through to chapter 19. 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 Play Episode
Andrew Joyce on Paekakariki’s Mulled Wine Concert Principal cellist Andrew Joyce of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra joins Mary Gow to preview Paekakariki’s first Mulled Wine Concert of the year. They explore the power and history of Schubert’s legendary String Quintet, the charm of Boccherini’s cello‑driven chamber works, and a contemporary piece by Aotearoa composer Salina Fisher. Along the way, Andrew shares stories about the ensemble, insights into the music’s emotional depth, and why Paekakariki’s Memorial Hall is one of their favourite places to play. A warm, engaging conversation for chamber‑music lovers and concert‑goers across Kāpiti. Each season Mulled Wine Concerts bring top quality classical concerts to Paekakariki and Featherston. Organiser Mary Gow takes us through what to expect and often has an interview with some of the star performers. 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 Play Episode
Facing Futility Some say Parkinson's will get you in the end, it's never getting better, so what's the point? Kitty and Emma discuss their feelings around apathy and how they deal with feelings of futility. 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. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Soundwave - ep172 Music in response to listener feedback plus all sorts of other great tunes for you to enjoy. Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new. 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 Play Episode
Hamish Macaulay Returns We chat about Hamish's start as a graphic designer, working in the UK, becoming an artist and using Covid MIQ isolation as an artistic opportunity. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests. 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 Play Episode

 

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The Weekly Hotwire
Angus Kebbell brings you closer to the heart of New Zealand’s primary industries and rural economy. Through in-depth conversations, field reports and expert insight, we explore how farming, environment, markets and policy converge and sometimes collide.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
10:00 AM - 10:05 AM
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous Radio Show based in Christchurch aims to increase public awareness of Alcoholics Anonymous as an effective means of recovery
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Headscarves and Good Yarns
Headscarves and Good Yarns is all about celebrating the differences we have in our community. Even though we all look, think and speak differently to each other we all call Aotearoa our home so tune in and find hear the stories of many different kiwis.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kick up the 80's
An independent show produced by British DJ Geoff Dorsett. Geoff takes us back to the 80’s with classic 80's tunes and long forgotten classics and throws in interviews and quizzes.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

 

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