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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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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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Left of the dial
Rosa Topliff presents music that listeners may not have heard before, without any genre limits.
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REDLINE Ep # 5
We chat about what’s going on in the current motorsport scene, dive into the history of some of the greatest cars and racing series (or the worst), and share whatever random fun facts I pick up along the way.
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Revive and Thrive - with Kathy Procter - coordinator of Grandparents raising Grandchildren in Kapiti
In this week’s programme will be talking about some of the ‘hot tips’ to be a good listener and then he will be talking to Kathy Procter who is the coordinator of Grandparents raising Grandchildren in Kapiti. How do you prepare for retirement? Ron Tustin takes the listener through what to expect in retirement, what you can do to prepare, health issues that may affect you and provides helpful advise on where to go for assistance.
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A Political Point of View - Penny interviews Daran Ponter, Chair of the Wellington Regional Council
Daran Ponter, Chair of the Wellington Regional Council talks about the process for buying new trains to Otaki and north to Palmerston North to replace the Capital Connection. The new trains will provide more daily services and introduce weekend services. And Daran talks about the advocacy that turned around the Waka Kotahi decision to dial back the design of the O2NL. 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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Soundwave - ep 135 New Kiwi jazz features, along with other great music
Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new.
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A Political Point of View - Penny interviews Dr Margaret Hayward (former secretary to Norman Kirk)
Long time Kapiti Coast resident Dr Margaret Hayward reflects on her time working for the late Prime Minister Norm Kirk, and her political research of the changing political times under the NZ Prime Ministers that followed. 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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Ask Margot Ep 54 - including your transformational powers
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.
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Write your story - With guest, Alasdair Finnie, sharing a story about his 'First Experiences in New Zealand'
The journey of moving from one country to another is a courageous step into the unknown filled with excitement, challenges, and the promise of new beginnings and infinite possibilities. Our guest, Alasdair Finnie, shares a story about his 'First Experiences in New Zealand'. 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.
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Focus on Arts - Kieran Williams and Shaun Jones with an acoustic concert recorded live in our Waikanae Studios
A mini concert from Kieran and Shaun in the studio..... This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
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Childrens Story Time- Alex v Axel episode 15
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.
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Focus on Faith-26-06-2025
From the congregation of Paraparaumu Baptist Church
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Sunday at 8 - Music inspired by the Lectionary
Christian music for the morning and evening
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Left of the dial - Episode 30 - Dreampop
The loose subgenre of alternative pop, closely tied to shoegaze, defined by its dreamy vocals and layered instrumentation. Music that listeners may not have heard before, without any genre limits, presented by Rosa Topliff
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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
Conservation Conversation
Coast Access Radio with hosts from Nga Manu Nature Reserve
Learning Centre
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
A Political Point of View
Coast Access Radio
News, Issues and Current Affairs
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous Radio Show based in Christchurch aims to increase public awareness of Alcoholics Anonymous as an effective means of recovery
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Great Tracks and Sidetracks
Coast Access Radio Peter Fleming
Music
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Paul Unscripted
Paul Curwen
Disability and Health
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
A Political Point of View
Coast Access Radio
News, Issues and Current Affairs
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Conversations at Coast Access Radio
Coast Access Radio
Community
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Pump up the 90's
Geoff Dorset takes us back to the 90's...including some 2000's too. Tune in for some Brit Pop, Indie daze, some curveballs and bangers plus a star interview
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Blues Train
Coast Access Radio Ryan Gatling
Music
8:30 PM - 9:30 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.
Coast Access Radio
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