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More Late 80s and 90s Extended Mixes Goodness! Proving you can never have enough of a good thing we play more great extended tunes. 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
Local resident, Jill Calorgaras is our special guest Jill shares two short cameo stories with us. The title of the first is 'Reflections on Mum' and the second is called 'The School Photo'. 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. Play Episode
Bread : Not Just for Sandwiches Gail has come up with some economical but tasty recipes based on white bread. They should satisfy the appetites of hungry children - and adults - without costing too much. Music from Neil Young. 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
Radio Viti Kapiti - Features Fiji Day 2026 + Community News & NZ Elections + Constitution Review by CRC & Fiji Parliament A programme in Fijian and English for families and RSE workers and private contractors from Fiji and the Pacific Islands. This programme also focusses on youth. Play Episode
Blues Train - 7 October Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style. Play Episode
Could New Zealand Actually Ban Under-16s From Social Media? Could New Zealand actually keep under-16s off social media? Kai dives into New Zealand’s proposed under-16 social media restrictions — and the slightly ridiculous question of how you actually prove someone’s age on the internet. From teenagers magically being “born in 1987” to facial age estimation deciding a 20-year-old is 14, Kai looks at the different ways platforms could verify age and the privacy questions that come with handing over ID or other personal information just to open an app. There’s also the social side: what happens when half a Year 11 friend group is 15 and the other half is 16? Would teenagers actually follow the restrictions? And could tighter rules have unintended consequences for young people who use social media for more than just scrolling? Play Episode
Choose a Cruise! It's Cruise Month Cruise Month is here! 🚢 With Ocean Cruise Week underway, this week on Beyond the Boarding Pass we’re diving into the world of cruising — and sharing our tips for choosing the right cruise for you. With so many cruise lines, ships, itineraries, cabins and inclusions to choose from, where do you even start? We look at what to consider before you book, from choosing the right ship and itinerary to picking your cabin, understanding what’s included and making sure you’re getting the best value for your holiday. Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned sailor, there are plenty of tips to help you find the cruise that fits you, your travel style and your budget. 🎧 Hit play and let’s get cruising! 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 - 37 - Vietnam Following a 3 week holiday in Vietnam and Cambodia, Peter takes us on a tour of the highlights, and after many weeks of investigating the Great American Songbook, for this programme we are back with the music of the 70's and 80's. 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
Feeding Fruit Trees How to feed fruit trees. Well first, do you really need to feed them? Well, if you answer "how do I know?" well this is for you. Kath has super information on whether indeed you really need to give these treasures a feed and what is the best way to do it? 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 Play Episode
Jimmy Whiskers and the Great Parrot Rescue by Jenny McClone Author Jenny McClone sits down with Viv to talk about her book Jimmy Whiskers and the Great Parrot Rescue. About the book : Three spectacular parrots have escaped from Ebdentown zoo and Jimmy Whiskers is DESPERATE to bring them home. BUT, there has been a pet rebellion and the crazy cat and dog rebels are now in charge. Who is going to help Jimmy rescue the parrots? Find out more about the author and the book in this episode with this wonderf local Kapiti writer. Play Episode
The Beasts of Clawstone Castle Continues... This week we continue with the story we started last week - The Beasts of Clawstone Castle, by Eva Ibbotson. Play Episode
Refusing to Stop Mike and Kitty both suffer from a desire to do it all, and they'll do it right now, come what may. However, real life means Parkinson's and Chronic Fatigue have other ideas. How does Mike in particular cope with no longer having the energy reserves he once had? 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. Play Episode

 

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Ireland Calling
Ireland seems closer every week with Oliver Lee presenting current events and sports news. Featuring a wide range of Irish music and the occasional guest, including visiting Irish performers, politicians, sports and business people
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
The Night Sky
In this programme, we explore the wonders of our magnificent night sky – stars, planets, nebulae and galaxies. We discuss the latest news and discoveries from space and, we also tell stories from antiquity - the myths and legends of the night sky.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Life Rewritten 40 +
Life doesn’t stop at 40—in fact, it’s just getting started. Join Kristyl Neho as she dives into inspiring stories, personal insights, and thought-provoking discussions about embracing change, discovering new opportunities, and rewriting what life looks lik
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Retrospect Garage Punk
'60s garage punk, garage rock, proto-punk, freak beat and psychedelia from the entire planet. Your regular toe-tapping trip down memory lane this ain't! This is a weekly show hosted by Phil Grey and first broadcast on Free FM [Hamilton, New Zealand]
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Secret 70's
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Friday Night Blues
The Friday Night Blues Show is a trip through the wonderful world of the blues. Blues music comes in many styles and can be happy or sad, slow or fast, loud or soft. I cover all these on each programme through a wide range of artists

 

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