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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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Backstage Pass
We invite our community of performing arts lovers on the Kāpiti Coast to tune in for a peek behind the curtain of Te Raukura ki Kāpiti
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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 Kiwi and Aussie books with author interviews, story excerpts and special guest narraters 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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Changing Seasons - Daloy ng Panahon
Fe Sarmiento presents an inspirational show for the Filipino community. Join Fe every fortnight for a spiritual connection. The show is presented in Tagalog.
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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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Health Happenings
During this programme we discuss health issues, both locally and nationally.
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Horowhenua Service Show
The Horowhenua Service Show is dedicated to highlighting the community and volunteer groups within Levin and the Horowhenua district.
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Latest Episodes
A week of it - From 11th July 2025
Stories today incude; - Major events deliver $6.1 million boost for Kapiti - Cops cop copper chopper - Otaki Storyteller Residency's announced - Baby critically injured at Foxton beach dies - River channel and Gravel works planned for Waikanae Estuary 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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Ratbags Racing Show-11-07-2025
Chris Craddock explores the potential winners of the weekends racing
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Let's Talk Golf with Tony Lester
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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Blues Train - Funky Beatles
Introducing the Funky Beatles. A selection of soul Beatles covers. Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style.
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Radio Viti Kapiti Episode 17 - featuring Professor Unaisi Nabobo Baba, Nemai Tagicakibau and Hon Graham Leung AG of Fiji
This episode features Professor Unaisi Nabobo Baba & Nemai Tagicakibau + Hon Graham Leung AG of Fiji re COI Ashton Lewis ReportA 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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Great Tracks and Sidetracks - What's in a name, is your child psychic and bins
Daves are happy as are Charlies, Katies and Emilys, but Susans, Victors and Karens are likely to be miserable (!). Is your child pyschic? Jeremy Clarkson defends the price of his pure English beef meat pies. How many bins do you need to effectively re-cycle your rubbish? Don't stuff coins in the Giant's Causeway but do thoroughly clean your barbecue. This is a recording from a live broadcast. Peter Fleming brings you an entertaining 90 minutes of popular music, mostly gleaned from the 1970’s and 1980’s but not excluding music from any era.
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Let's Talk Science- Underwater mountains - we learn about seamounts and how important they are.
Seamounts are underwater mountains that serve as hotspots for marine biodiversity. They are home to many endemic species and provide unique habitats that support a wide variety of life. Seamounts influence ocean currents, which helps distribute nutrients and larvae, fostering high biodiversity. However, these ecosystems face threats from deep-sea fishing and mining, making conservation efforts crucial.
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Groove Yard Show # 170
Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs, and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century.
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Jon Hollingsworth Themes - mid winter Christmas songs
This year I keep hearing about Mid Winter Christmas events, so I thought I would dig out some studio favorites and give them a spin. Jon likes to have a theme running through his mainly music show.
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The Cancer Society - Alcohol and the associated health risks.
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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A Political Point of View - with MP Barbara Edmonds
Find the latest political conversations from local MP's in the Otaki and Mana electorates and Local Government representatives from Kapiti and Horowhenua.
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Ordinary Life - Walking 100 miles
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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8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Morning Show
Join us weekday mornings for the latest news from our community, local weather, loads of music and special guests
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Ratbags Racing Show
Chris Craddock
Interests and Hobbies
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Solid Gold 60's
Solid Gold 60s with Geoff Dorsett
1:00 PM - 1:10 PM
A week of it
KC News
News, Issues and Current Affairs
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Community Beat
Coast Access Radio
News, Issues and Current Affairs
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Groove Yard
James Eaton
Music
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Supersonic 70's
Supersonic 70s with Geoff Dorsett
9:00 PM - 10:00 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.
10:00 PM - 11:00 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]
11:00 PM - 11:59 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
Coast Access Radio
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