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A Week of It
Local news for Kapiti and Horowhenua, showcasing events and happenings of the week that was.
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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".
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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.
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Blues Train
An hour of great music filled with Blues, Soul, Funk,Gospel and Jazz.
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Books Aloud
Showcasing new release books with author interviews, story excerpts and special guest narrators in this engaging, entertaining and educational show.
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Cancer Korero
The Cancer Society discuss topics around cancer awareness and cancer prevention, what's on in Kāpiti and how can we stay well.
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Community Notices on Coast Access Radio
The Coast Access Radio Community Noticeboard broadcasts throughout the day on 104.7FM.
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Conservation Conversation
Educational conversations about the importance of conservation and the benefits of nature from the staff at Ngā Manu Nature Reserve
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Conversations at Coast Access Radio
Interesting conversations with people from all walks of life.
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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.
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Focus on Arts
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
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Groove Yard
Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century.
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Left of the Dial
Rosa Topliff presents music that listeners may not have heard before, without any genre limits.
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Let's Talk Golf
Penny Gaylor interviews guests sharing their knowledge and expertise about all things golf.
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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.
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Write Your Story - Jillian Van Raalte, again!
Living and working in different countries offers a unique lens through which we view the world. Settling into a new country is a profound life transition that touches nearly every aspect of your identity and daily experience, challenging us to adapt, reflect and grow. Capturing a story about your experience provides perspective, and what’s more, your grandchildren might want to know where they come from. After all your story is the beginning of theirs. This week Jillian van Raalte, who has lived in several different countries, share two of her experiences - ‘Arriving in New Zealand’ and ‘Memories of Kandy in Sri Lanka’. Write your Story is a series of stories, written and narrated by their authors. These "new" authors bring us a story they have put together recently and share with us all.
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Let's Talk Golf - Gerald Ponsford
Penny Gaylor interviews a selection of guests about golf for locals. Find out about local course, lessons, rules, course etiquette, new developments, competitions and golf equipment.
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Ask Margot - Ep 65 - How Not to Get Hit On or Be Dumped...
Our questions this episode cover how not to get 'hit on' or be 'dumped', how to manage an out of control talker, why we must forgive and the biggest turn-offs for women. 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.
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Blues Train - Synths Synths and more Synths
Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style.
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Simply Gardening with Kath Irvine - Soil health
It's all about soil. Connect with it, get familiar with it and work out what does your garden needs. What is soil, can we fix it, what is in it and what makes a good soil you ask? We dig in to this first episode with gardening super star Kath Irvine (our words, not hers - she is far too humble). Catherine asks those pesky questions and Kath answers them beautifully. Gardening made accessible with the wonderful garden teacher and author Kath Irvine. Armed with her 20 years plus experience, Kath sits down in a live to air interview with Catherine and discusses all things gardening.
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Live Interview with The Sugar Babes Stephen Wright - Firebird Cafe event
Firebird Cafe will be rocking and rolling on Saturday night with Stephen Wright and the Sugar Babes / Back in the Flame on Saturday night. Bring a can of food with you in this airline themed gig. It’s the launch of the new Sugar Gliders “Flying High” experience — airline-themed, with check-in at the door and a can of food drop instead of baggage. They are keeping ticket prices low and asking you to bring a can of food for the local homeless shelter. It’s nearly Christmas, and it’s all about Give AND Let Give. Stephen joined Catherine to chat about the event. For more info go to http://sgtunes.com/ and https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/back-in-the-flame-tickets-1811681671649
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Tales from the Top Shelf - with Anthony from Spirit Workshop
Susie talks to Anthony about the story of Spirits Workshop Whisky and Gins Join host Suzie Carrig as she "travels" the country talking to passionate and knowledgeable craftspeople about their unique stories in the fascinating world of distilling.
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New Zealand Music
New Zealand Music presented by Todd Zaner
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Books Aloud - Mandy Hager, Revenge and Rabbit Holes
Revenge and Rabbit Holes is the latest adult novel from Kapiti Coast's award-winning author, Mandy Hager. She talks to Vivienne about this second book in the Chasing Ghosts mystery series.
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Childrens Story Time - Ellie & The Cat Episode 5
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.
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Ordinary Life - Secrets and Lies
Is honesty the best policy when it comes to opening up to others about your diagnosis? And can you deal with the whispers of sympathy? 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, Parkinson’s, and trying to reach the bottom of the laundry basket.
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Soundwave - ep156
Exploring the tension between the spiritual and the secular in music, plus more! Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new.
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8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Morning Show
Coast Access Radio
Community
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Ask Margot
Coast Access Radio with Host Margot De Cotesworth
Disability and Health
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Rotary Club
Coast Access Radio Rotary Club Kapiti
Community
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
New Zealand Music
Coast Access Radio Todd Zaner
Music
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Green Thumbs
Gardening tips with Philippa Foes-Lamb. From the Top of the South Fresh FM, the host of this 15 minute show, Philippa Foes-Lamb, offers seasonal gardening tips in a refreshing and interesting way.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Radio Viti Kapiti
Coast Access Radio and Viti (NZ) Council e_Aotearoa
Arts and Culture
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Let's Talk Golf
Penny Gaylor
Interests and Hobbies
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
At The Table with Gail
Coast Access Radio with Host Gail Hall
Interests and Hobbies
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Write Your Story
Coast Access Radio Angela Robertson
Interests and Hobbies
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Pump up the 90's
Geoff Dorset takes us back to the 90's...including some 2000's too. Tune in for some Brit Pop, Indie daze, some curveballs and bangers plus a star interview
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tim Rogers Country Show
Broadcast around the globe, this outstanding Country Music Broadcaster, Tim Rogers from the UK, brings us 2 hours of classic country and recent tracks, here on Coast Access Radio.
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Jon Hollingsworth Themes
Coast Access Radio Jon Hollingsworth
Music
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