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Waikanae Lions - Fertiliser Time! Fertiliser - get your orders in! Laurie from Waikanae Lions joins us to chat about this year's fertiliser campaign. Order by August 22nd for home delivery on Saturday, September 5th. Plus, Laurie explains how this drive directly powers their local youth grants and community projects. Order by the 22nd of August and you will get fertiliser delivered to your door on Saturday 5th September. 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
Things We Wish Jesus Had Never Said - Part 2 This series looks at the tough sayings of Jesus. From the congregation of Paraparaumu Baptist Church. 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 Latest Rotary Update for July 2026 This program features news and activities of the Kapiti Rotary Clubs Play Episode
Kāpiti hosts Kaumātua Kapa Haka Festival, more Kāpiti Coast food businesses can be verified, Grey Power announce AGM and more. Kāpiti hosts Kaumātua Kapa Haka Festival, more local food businesses can be verified, dog registration renewals open in Horowhenua, Kāpiti Grey Power announce AGM, seed funding supports affordable housing on the Kāpiti Coast, Kāpiti vet honoured for lifetime of service, and Legendary Paekakariki Book Fair ready to go. A timely update each week bringing you the highlights of local events and happenings at Kapiti from www.kcnews.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
Across the Musical Spectrum Genre defying, hopping between laid back and full on across the musical spectrum. 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
A Lifetime of Flight - Bill Robertson In this episode, Bill Robertson shares the story of a lifelong passion for aviation, from growing up overlooking Wellington Airport and dreaming of flight as a child to learning to fly, experiencing historic aircraft, and soaring above Aoraki/Mount Cook in a glider. Along the way, Bill reflects on family, adventure, and the memories that have made a lifetime in the skies so rewarding. 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. 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
Simply Air Fried Gail steps a bit outside her comfort zone with tales of an air fryer (because she hasn't got one...). Mind you, air fryer or no air fryer there's a lot of hot air in the studio and hence only 2 recipes covered this week - Chicken and Leek Pie plus Cheat's Sausage Cassoulet, both courtesy of your air fryer. Also some feedback chat on Caramelised Banana Bread (4th June) and Crispy Lamb Fillets (9th July). 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. 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
Saved Nuggets! 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
Should Young Kiwis Leave New Zealand? Thousands of young New Zealanders are packing up and moving overseas, but is Australia really the better option? In this solo episode, Kai takes a look at why so many young Kiwis are leaving, the statistics behind New Zealand's migration trends, and whether the opportunities across the Tasman really live up to the hype. From higher wages and career prospects to the realities of rising living costs, homesickness and starting over, this episode explores both sides of the debate while sharing real stories from people who've made the move. 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 Mighty Mekong with Mark Nicholls! Join us for a fascinating journey along one of Asias great waterways as we chat with Mark Nicholls, a long-time South East Asia expert and Tour Director, now representing the elegant Mekong Princess River Cruise. In this episode Mark shares his passion for the mighty Mekong River reveals what makes cruising aboard the Mekong princess such a unique and memorable experience and reflects on the many years he spent living in working Southeast Asia whether you’re dreaming of a river cruise love discovering new destinations or simply enjoy hearing the stories of people who have made extra extraordinary places their home this is an episode you weren’t want to miss. 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
Matariki Special 2025 - Part 2 The concluding half of this special Kapiti Poets Matariki programme, originally produced and aired in 2025 and returning by popular request. Ingrid Prosser continues the celebration with poetry, music, and reflections on remembrance, renewal, and the Māori New Year, featuring Jill Hemming, Nicola Easthope, and Michael O'Leary. Poetry, poems and interviews with Ingrid Prosser. 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
Great Tracks and Sidetracks - 25 Still swinging gently through the Great American Songbook with a nostalgic and comprehensive look back to 1966 - the England football World Cup year (should you need reminding...) and in more modern news the first robot cars appear on the roads in London - with a standby human driver and a speed limit of 20mph. Peter Fleming brings you an entertaining 60 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

 

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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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The 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
Capital Irish team has been broadcasting on Wellington Access Radio since 2003. The programme includes Irish news, local events and activities with an Irish flavour as well as interviews and live music from visiting Irish musicians. It also includes book and movie reviews and on occasion some political views/reviews.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
The Arinality
An invitation to connect, reflect on cultural traditions and find meaning in your everyday journal entries. The Arinality is a women’s wellbeing podcast hosted by Arina Aizal.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Palmy Pride
From our partners at MPR. Cam, Andi, and Matt present a regular hour aimed at the Palmerston North GLITFAB community, focussing on LGBT issues and events both locally and internationally.
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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