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Labour Leader Walkabout in Kāpiti, Gambling and Psychoactive Substances Policies Retained for Kāpiti, Waikanae Pool Officially Opens and More Kāpiti gambling and psychoactive substances policies retained, fireworks safety ahead of Guy Fawkes, public feedback invited on Health and Wellbeing Strategy, Waikanae Pool opens for summer, Kāpiti Women’s Expo draws big crowds, Foxton to host 21 Supply Company Charter Parade, Labour leader Chris Hipkins visits Kāpiti. A timely update each week bringing you the highlights of local events and happenings at Kapiti from www.kcnews.co.nz. Play Episode
Beyond The Radio Edit - Episode 30 Featuring longer tunes recorded in the southern states of USA - soul, rock, gospel and more included for you to indulge in 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 Play Episode
Harry Boy - the Maori Boy Harry Waaka shares 5 extracts from his current writing project; 'The Koro and the Moko': 'Mum and Dad': 'Aunty and Uncle': 'Junior High School' and 'Maoris Don't go to University'. Harry narrates his stories using the language of the day to describe the events that occurred within the context of the time and place. 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 Play Episode
The Wonderful World of Asparagus It's asparagus season and as the price falls it's time to make the most of the fresh produce, starting with an Asparagus and Bacon Dip. Then a couple of more substantial meals in the form of an Asparagus Flan or an Asparagus Mushroom Salad with Rice Pesto. Finally an Asparagus Frittata and an Asparagus Filling for Pastry Cases - handy for those casual drinks sessions. 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 Play Episode
Radio Viti Kapiti - NZ Election 2026 & Community News + Speech by Ro Kalouniwai Head of RFMF Fiji re Immunity Clause in Fiji 2013 Constitution Amendment Review In this episode, NZ Election 2026 & Community News + Speech by Ro Kalouniwai Head of RFMF Fiji re Immunity Clause in Fiji 2013 Constitution Amendment Review 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. Play Episode
Safer Plates with Kapiti Community Patrol Safer Plates with Kapiti Community Patrol - This Saturday in Paraparaumu is Safer Plates Day is a community-led crime prevention initiative in New Zealand where local volunteers, Community Patrols New Zealand (CPNZ), and the New Zealand Police replace standard vehicle licence plate screws with tamper-resistant anti-theft screws. Shirley Jarden joins us in studio to talk to the community about this initiative and providing more information on becoming a volunteer for the Kapiti Community Patrol and what this involves, what sort of events you could attend and what the patrol involves. 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 Play Episode
Blues Train - Back to the Blues Ryan Gatling presents a great music show featuring Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul and Gospel in his very cool style. Play Episode
Great Tracks and Sidetracks - Episode 41 Horseshoes return to Gretna Green, 'Hobbits' have fun in the UK, 'Name That Storm', Mangelworzel or Donald Trump? No need to wash up at Airbnb's? 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 Play Episode
Curly Leaf Nectarine! Leaf curl can cause some gardeners to run around the orchid screaming, but, do they need to? Loads of helpful information on why not to panic and please don't fertilise the ground (it will cause more leaves and more curlyness) but suggestions on what to do for the tree. Also something to ponder - is this tree just not right for you? Peach anyone? 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 Play Episode
Little Addicts - Why we do what we do by Kerene Strochnetter In Little Addicts, leadership coach and mindfulness expert Kerene Strochnetter explores the hidden patterns behind the behaviours we repeat, even when they quietly cost us our peace, relationships, health, or happiness. This book is for anyone who has ever wondered: ‘Why do I keep doing this?’ Catherine chats with this fabulous author and coach to find out more about the subject and this highly accessible, easy to read and very helpful book. For more information and to purchase the book go to mindfulatwork.co. and listen to Kerene's podcast ""little addicts"" on apple. Play Episode
Childrens Story Time - The Beasts of Clawstone Castle continues! 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. Play Episode
Soundwave - 205 A smorgasbord of musical delights, curated especially for you. Paul presents a music programme featuring Jazz, Blues and Soul, from old to new. Play Episode

 

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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.
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Back Porch Bluegrass
Host Paul Trenwith is a founder member of the Hamilton County Bluegrass Band, playing banjo and occasionally singing harmony parts. From the mid-70's to the mid-90's, Paul and his fiddle-playing wife Colleen played as mostly gospel music, bluegrass-style, with a group of friends, and often featuring songs that Paul had written.

 

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