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Play Along Time 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
Music, Hate and Chasing Dreams with Frankie Elliott Finn and Kai sit down with another local Kāpiti musician Frankie Elliott to talk about growing up surrounded by music, writing songs from emotion, and navigating the pressure of social media as a young artist. From Michael Jackson inspirations to conversations about confidence, hate online, small-town music scenes, and bringing rock music back. 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
Strawberries - Plan for these Bumper Juicy Berries Now Strawberries - why are we talking about them in May? Well dear listener, because now is the time to get ready for these nourishing delights. Where to plant them, what varieties are out there, how do you plant them and how to get the best out of these delights of nature - it's all wrapped up in this easily digestible episode with Kath Irvine and Catherine Scullin. 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 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 - 17 Still leafing through the Great American Songbook interspersed with tales of ridiculous UK Government spending, a tribute to a 109 year old WWII veteran, updates on Clarkson's pub and James Blunt's London pub and finally a look at some outdated swearing - "Don't you bite your thumb at me, Sir!". 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
Cygnet River - by Sharron Martin Ireland 1975, at the height of the Troubles, young wife and mother Kitty Donovan has it all - until the night her doctor husband vanishes with his receptionist, leaving a typed note, empty bank accounts, and a scandal that rocks her rural town. Branded a deserted wife and left penniless, Kitty struggles to rebuild her life within the confines of Catholic convention. Catherine interviews author - Sharron Martin - about her gripping first novel - Cygnet River. This is a story of love, resilience, and one woman’s fight to reclaim her life. This fantastic book from Sharron Martin should fly off the shelves! 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
Dr Proctor's Fart Powder - Chapter 9 Viv continues reading Dr Proctor's Fart Powder, finishing Chapter 8 and beginning Chapter 9. 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. 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
Soundwave - ep181 Lot's of jazz from recently acquired albums plus more good stuff. Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new. 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
Groove Yard Show - Visit 215 Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs, and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century. 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
Community Notices - 18 May 2026 Community Notices for Kapiti and Horowhenua, broadcast on Coast Access Radio. Play Episode
Focus on Faith - 17/05/2026 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
Saturday Seminars Update for June This episode of the Workers’ Educational Association highlights the strong community response to recent seminars and the Readers and Writers series, while looking ahead to a new lineup of upcoming events across the Kapiti Coast. Topics include aging and vaccination research, promoting human rights in New Zealand and internationally, advances in cervical cancer prevention, and a powerful discussion on poetry and giving voice to underrepresented communities. The programme also covers the final Readers and Writers session exploring Te Rauparaha and the women who signed the Treaty of Waitangi, alongside updates on future language and education opportunities through the WEA. We hear from WEA Kapiti who provide community based, stimulating and varied educational activities that develop knowledge, skills, creativity, understanding and enjoyment of life. 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
Kāpiti Gears Up for TechWeek, New Parking Technology for Horowhenua and more. Kāpiti gears up for TechWeek, Levo shortlisted for The Post Gold Awards, Horowhenua Mayor has say on Local Government reform, Moon stirs the soul of Japanese artist Shigemitsu Ohashi, Innovative Coastal Protection Project underway at Raumati Beach and Council introducing new parking technology in Horowhenua. 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

 

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Green Thumbs
Gardening tips with Philippa Foes-Lamb. From the Top of the South Fresh FM, the host of this 15 minute show, Philippa Foes-Lamb, offers seasonal gardening tips in a refreshing and interesting way.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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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
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Tim Rogers Country Show
Broadcast around the globe, this outstanding Country Music Broadcaster, Tim Rogers from the UK, brings us 2 hours of classic country and recent tracks, here on Coast Access Radio.
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM

 

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