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Ruapehu Distillery - Straight Up Carrot Gin and a Spirit of Innovation This journey takes us to the foothills of Mt Ruapehu, where Ruapehu Distillery is creating something truly unexpected. Founder Susan Delaney shares the story behind her Straight Up Carrot Gin, inspired by Ōhakune’s famous giant carrot and the region’s volcanic soil. From experimenting with unusual botanicals to building a distillery from the ground up, discover how bold ideas and local influence can shape a distinctive new spirit. 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 2 - New Zealand Music with Todd Zaner Another collection of songs celebrating the work of New Zealand songwriters connected to APRA. 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 - Final Chapter Viv begins the final chapter of The Day I Fell Into A Fairytale, and after that, she starts a new book... 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. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Knowledge is Power Kitty does not read much research. Emma devours it. Is there a happy medium? What is it Kitty is afraid of? Is Emma happier for reading the articles she does? 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 - ep174 Soul, funk, disco infusions; Aotearoa jazz and some Beatles stuff. 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. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz Play Episode
Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden: Fuel Costs, O2NL Impacts, and Rates Pressures Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden discusses the impact of rising fuel costs on households, businesses, and council operations, including potential effects on infrastructure projects such as O2NL. He also addresses concerns around road revocation, long term planning challenges under rates capping, and progress on the new Central Districts Water entity. Find the latest political conversations from local MP's in the Otaki and Mana electorates and Local Government representatives from Kapiti and Horowhenua. 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
Grant Stevenson - Arts Patron A conversation with Grant Stevenson from Seagrass Gallery in Otaki about his involvement in the arts in Wellington and Kapiti, including an initiative to support local musicians. 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
Groove Yard Show - Visit 208 This is a special Groove Yard visit. We have been coming down to the Groove Yard for 4 years, so I thought it's a great opportunity to play some of the music that has a special place in my heart. Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs, and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century. 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
Community Coming Together - Mal Bird We caught up with Mal to talk about how the Golf For Good Project went, and how when a community comes together great outcomes can be achieved! 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
Ovarian Cancer, A Very Tricky Cancer Ovarian Cancer is difficult to find and diagnose. Symptoms can be confused for other issues so Mandy from the Cancer Society shares her tips on how to recognise if you may be at risk and if so, what to do about it. There are links with Lynch Syndrome and family cancer histories and these risks need to be identified. You will hear in this episode what to do if you think you are unwell, what to ask the doctor and what tests can be provided. This is a very tricky cancer and with most cancers, early detection leads to higher survival rates. The Cancer Society discuss topics around cancer awareness and cancer prevention, what's on in Kāpiti and how can we stay well. 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
Community Notices - 30 March 2026 Community Notices for Kapiti and Horowhenua, broadcast on Coast Access Radio. Play Episode
Mike Goodin - A Passion for Riding Mike is a recent addition to the Ulysses family. He talks about his motorcycling life and a bit about boats. A monthly show focussing on the Kapiti Ulysses Motorcycle club. Paul Nees interviews club members and discusses upcoming activities. 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.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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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