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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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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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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
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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Community Notices on Coast Access Radio
The Coast Access Radio Community Noticeboard broadcasts throughout the day on 104.7FM.
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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
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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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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Let's Talk Science
Join Dr Greg Sherley and Coast Access Radio's Catherine Scullin every month to learn about all things science from our very own local science guru, Dr Greg Sherley.
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Meet The Candidates - Kapiti Horowhenua 2025
Get to know your 2025 Local Election candidates!
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Concert Notes - Korimako Trio
The opening concert will be Sunday 8 March where we will present the Korimako Piano Trio. This newly -formed ensemble and the Waikanae concert will be their first professional engagement with several more to follow throughout the country. The ensemble may be new, but the musicians are very familiar with Violinist Helene Pohl and cellist Rod Gjelsten having spent 30 years as valued members of the NZ String Quartet. They are joined by NZ based German pianist Michael Endres renowned for his brilliant performances. Wendy presents a programme of classical musical
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Summer Memories & Capturing Life Stories
In this episode of Write Your Story, Angela invites listeners to begin capturing their life stories by reflecting on summer holidays - recent or long ago. She shares gentle prompts, practical encouragement, and personal memories to help awaken your own experiences and get words flowing. Whether you’re starting a new writing project or returning to one that’s been on hold, this episode offers inspiration, reassurance, and a simple reminder: every life has a story worth telling. 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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At The Table with Gail - Comfort Food
Tropical lemon grass/coconut pork, chicken and eggplant curry, Moroccan lamb pot pies, chicken Maryland with creamy mushroom sauce. 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.
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Fluid Bodies: A New Installation at Toi Mahara!
Janet, Director of Toi Mahara, gives us all the details about Fluid Bodies, a powerful new immersive installation by artist Charlotte Crichton opening in February. Blending light, sculpture and sound, Fluid Bodies explores the deep interconnectivity between the ocean and atmosphere, inviting audiences into a sensory experience where art meets science and environment. Janet shares insights into the inspiration behind the work, the international collaborations that helped bring it to life, and why this exhibition is a must-see! The installation is part of the Aotearoa New Zealand Festival of the Arts, the exhibition opens 14 February, at Toi Mahara. 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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Blues Train - Crate Digging
Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style.
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The Social Link - What comes next, with Charlie
Young local Charlie joins Kai and Finn to talk about growing up on the Kapiti Coast and navigating those in-between years many young people across Aotearoa experience. From school and leaving early to complete training courses, to first jobs, admin skills and figuring out next steps, this episode is a relaxed and honest conversation about learning on the go and finding your place when life doesn’t follow a straight path. Supported by NZ On Air & Coast Access Radio
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Great Tracks and Sidetracks - 04
First Footing - what's it all about? New collectable UK coins. An Artificial Admiral? Clues to the origin of Cluedo. 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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Seedling Planting in Hot and Windy Weather
Seedling transplanting can be treacherous during hot and windy conditions. But fear not. The experienced weather wise gardener Kath Irvine has some great tips to get your precious little seedlings into the ground and flourishing before you can say "oh this wind!". Ok maybe not that quick but good ideas just the same. Gardening made accessible with wonderful gardening teacher and author Kath Irvine. With her 20 years plus experience, Kath sits down in a live to air interview with Catherine and discusses all things gardening. Visit https://ediblebackyard.co.nz
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Childrens Story Time - Mr Gum and the Power Chrystals and 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.
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Ordinary Life - Perfect Planning
Having a plan and knowing what's right and wrong is great, but who comes up with these great ideas that actually don't help at all? Kitty and Mike talk about examples of some things that are supposed to help keep us safe, but real life doesn't always follow the plan that's been made by others. 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.
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Soundwave - ep167
Lots of fine music new and old by both local and international artists Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new.
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Kapiti Coast Mayor Janet Holborow: Amalgamation, Rates, and Getting Creative
Kapiti Coast Mayor Janet Holborow addresses the amalgamation and rates capping conversation, as the council year gains steam after the summer break. And Janet also spotlights some of the community activities on the Coast’s creative calendar. 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
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
A Week of It with KC News
Arts and Culture
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Books Aloud
Catherine Scullin / Viv Bailey
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
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
A Political Point of View
Penny Gaylor
News, Issues and Current Affairs
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Night Sky
In this programme, we explore the wonders of our magnificent night sky – stars, planets, nebulae and galaxies. We discuss the latest news and discoveries from space and, we also tell stories from antiquity - the myths and legends of the night sky.
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.
9:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Left of the Dial
Rosa Topliff
Music
Coast Access Radio
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