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Featured Programmes
A Political Point of View
Conversations with local MPs and Council Leaders from the Greater Wellington area.
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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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ANZAC Vignettes
Anzac Vignettes: Remembering Them
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Ask Margot
Real life. Real problems. Real answers. Join Margot De Cotesworth as she offers calm, insightful guidance to help you get unstuck. Send in your questions and “Ask Margot.”
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At The Table with Gail
Craving something new in the kitchen? Join Gail Hall as she shares delicious recipes, from indulgent to healthy, that’ll have you cooking with a smile. Let’s get you tempted to try something new!
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Beyond the Radio Edit
Exploring long plays, deep cuts, and the music beyond the radio edit.
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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
Cancer awareness and support in Kāpiti and Horowhenua with The Cancer Society.
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Conversations at Coast Access Radio
Catch-ups with locals about what matters to them!
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Focus on Arts
Conversations with the creatives and supporters shaping the Kāpiti and Horowhenua arts scene.
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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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Kapiti and Horowhenua Community Noticeboard
The Coast Access Radio Community Noticeboard broadcasts throughout the day on 104.7FM.
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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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Latest Episodes
Finalists named for 2026 Electra Business and Innovation Awards, Kids Online Safety event at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, extra trains for All Blacks match and more.
Kapiti College 1st XV Captain Riley Dickey selected, 2026 Electra Business and Innovation Awards Finalists named, Bucket Tree tops national leaderboard, Kids Online Safety event at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, new regional plan strengthens ability to manage emergencies, and extra trains for All Blacks match – passengers advised to plan ahead. A timely update each week bringing you the highlights of local events and happenings at Kapiti from www.kcnews.co.nz.
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Musical Collaborations and Smooth Listening
A few musical collaborations and other stunning longer tunes for relaxed, smooth listening. 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
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New Zealand Bird Survey
This episode is for the birds as it is that time of year for the New Zealand Garden Bird Survey. Jon likes to have a theme running through his mainly music show. 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
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Driver Education - A Career Vignette
Following a major restructuring of New Zealand's road safety education programme in the late 1980s, Angela found herself navigating an unexpected career transition. In this career vignette, she reflects on the challenges of change, the opportunities that emerged through driver education, and the experiences that helped shape her professional journey. From community programmes and defensive driving courses to army training in Waiouru, this is a story about resilience, reinvention, and embracing new directions when life takes an unexpected turn. 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
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Crispy Business
The clue to this week's subject is very much in the title - four crispy dishes starting with Cantonese Crispy Pork Belly, followed by Crispy Potato Topped Chicken then on to a Crispy Crust Pizza with The Lot (!) and finishing with Crispy Lamb Fillets with Mango Sauce. Music from George Harrison. 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
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Radio Viti Kapiti - features Matariki + Sue Barker Legal Expert re Charities Law 5 April 2026 + Community News
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.
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Overthinking, Stress & Judging the Wealthy
Margot answers questions about recognising entitled behaviour, overcoming self-doubt, understanding stress, and challenging our assumptions about wealthy people. A practical and thought-provoking discussion on self-awareness and perspective. 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. 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
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Funk Adjancent - Blues Train
Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style.
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Youth Jobs, AI, and the Future of Work
Youth unemployment in New Zealand is at its highest level in more than 30 years, and at the same time AI is changing the way we work faster than ever before. In this solo episode, Kai explores why so many young people are struggling to find jobs, what schools could be doing differently, and whether AI is something to fear or something to embrace. Plus, should artificial intelligence ever be trusted to make decisions that affect people's lives? 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
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Exploring the World with Viking and What’s Got Everybody Talking
From Europe's iconic rivers to remote polar expeditions and luxury ocean voyages, Steve from Viking shares what makes each style of cruising unique. We cover the destinations, the onboard experience and why Viking has become a favourite for traveller's looking for immersive, destination-focused holidays. 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
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Matariki Special 2025 - Part 1
Originally produced and aired in 2025, this special one-hour Matariki edition of Kapiti Poets returns by popular request and has been divided into two parts for rebroadcast. In Part 1, Ingrid Prosser is joined by poet JiL Hemming, alongside works from Nicola Easthope and Michael O'Leary, celebrating Matariki through poetry, music, remembrance, and reflection. 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
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The Energy Equation, Part 1: Why Am I So Tired?
Why can a good day still leave a neurodivergent person shattered? In this episode, Stephen Harrison begins The Energy Equation series by exploring the hidden work many neurodivergent people carry through ordinary life. This is not about laziness, weakness, or lack of discipline. It is about the unseen energy costs of monitoring behaviour, interpreting conversations, filtering sensory input, masking, switching contexts, and recovering from being misunderstood. The episode invites listeners to begin noticing what drains them, what restores them, and what invisible work may be happening beneath the surface. 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
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7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
Childrens Story Time
Viv Bailey
Children and Youth
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
A Week of It
KC News
News, Issues and Current Affairs
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Books Aloud
Catherine Scullin / Viv Bailey
Arts and Culture
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Kapiti Poets
Ingrid Prosser
Arts and Culture
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Blues Train
Ryan Gatling
Music
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Simply Gardening with Kath Irvine
Kath Irvine and Catherine Scullin
Interests and Hobbies
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
At The Table with Gail
Gail Hall
Interests and Hobbies
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Let's Talk Golf
Penny Gaylor
Interests and Hobbies
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Ask Margot
Margot De Cotesworth
Disability and Health
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
The Social Link
Finn & Kai
Children and Youth
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
WEA
Kapiti Workers' Educational Association
Learning Centre
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
A Political Point of View
Penny Gaylor
News, Issues and Current Affairs
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tales from the Top Shelf
Suzie Carrig
Interests and Hobbies
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Deuce Music
Promoting the very best in new music from around the world. Run by Rob Saunders, DEUCE has been establishing itself as being one of the leading companies in the music industry to offer services to independent bands and artists worldwide.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Back Porch Bluegrass
Back Porch Bluegrass is hosted by Paul Trenwith from Free FM in Kirikiriroa / Hamilton.
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