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Jon Hollingsworth Themes - Summer 4 2026 We have all headed back to work, and those who are luckly are now taking your summer break. So here are some sounds of summer to keep you in the summer mood. Jon likes to have a theme running through his mainly music show. Play Episode
New Year's Resolutions and Goals In another reflective episode of Write Your Story, Angela talks about New Year’s resolutions, goal setting, and the shift from self-reinvention to self-rediscovery. Through a personal story about simplifying her life, starting with decades of accumulated paper, she explores how letting go creates space for clarity, intention, and the next chapter. Listeners are encouraged to capture their own hopes, goals, and beginnings on the page. 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. 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
A Touch of Citrus Use some of those lemons with tempting Chewey Lemon and Coconut cookies, an Unusual Lemon Ice-cream Cake, Watercress and Pine Nut Pesto (with lemon) and Avocado with Tomato Jelly (with lemon). 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. Play Episode
Let's Talk Golf - Tony Lester In this episode of Let’s Talk Golf, Penny is joined by Tony Lester to talk all things Kapiti Coast golf. From the incredible success of the Paraparaumu community mini golf course to major developments and growth at Waikanae Golf Club, Tony shares how golf is bringing people together, raising funds for local charities, and shaping the future of the region. A great listen for golfers, families, and anyone who loves a good community success story. 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. Play Episode
The Blue Zone, and Is Love Enough? This episode we cover questions about longevity in the Blue Zone, whether love is enough, what to ask to be sure you know what really makes your partner tick, how to combat doubt and the 5 love languages in burrito speak. 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
Big Brothers Big Sisters - Share the Love of Nature Big Brothers Big Sisters matches tamariki and rangatahi with positive role models who show up, listen, and build consistent one-to-one relationships. Through mentoring they create safe spaces for young people to grow in confidence and resilience. With a presence in Aotearoa since 1996, they continue to make a lasting difference to young people right across the country! They are recipients of the Share the Love of Nature campaign from Ngā Manu and supported by Sharalyn Fraser Agency, a summer initiative gifting family entry vouchers and memberships to local whānau through trusted charities, creating moments of calm, connection, and joy in nature without financial barriers. 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
Ulysses Half Hour - Phil Bryant - Part 2 Phil Bryant talks about Rightway Riding Academy and motorcycle riding coaching and instruction. A monthly show focussing on the Kapiti Ulysses Motorcycle club. Paul Nees interviews club members and discusses upcoming activities. Play Episode
Sweet Soul Music 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
Leaving School Early and Building a Path in Tech with Blake Finn and Kai chat with Blake, 18, from Taupō who left school early and built his own pathway into tech and freelance work. He shares what it was like navigating school with ADHD, dropping out without NCEA, and moving to Auckland to study content creation and pursue website and software work. He talks about freelancing as a young person, breaking into tech without traditional qualifications, and the realities of becoming independent early. 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
Neurodivergence Matters - Receiving a Neurodivergent Diagnosis "A diagnosis related to neurodivergence can feel overwhelming. For parents, it may bring grief. For adults, it may reopen old narratives of shame. Yet a diagnosis is information, not a sentence. It describes patterns of lifelong traits — it does not determine character, capacity, or quality of life. In this episode, Stephen Harrison explores the distinction between identity and pathology, the influence of framing, and the research commonly referred to as the Pygmalion effect. Expectations shape outcomes — especially when clinical labels carry authority. A strengths-based, neuroinclusive frame alters trajectories in education, parenting, leadership, and relationships. Practical tools include the Two-Column Reset, rewriting shame narratives, building a strengths inventory, identifying accommodations, and using a four-step reframing reset. For additional articles and reflective resources, explore Thrival Coaching and the Neurodivergence Matters series. 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
Great Tracks and Sidetracks - 07 More on the subject of British passports. Eurovision song contest goes to town. Souvenirs of Concorde. Why did the toad cross the road and who helped it? Was William Shakespeare a Jewish woman of North African descent?....! 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. 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
Tis the Season to Eat Apples, fa la la la la, la la la la Apples, OK nothing to do with Christmas Carols but at least we got your attention... so - apples - when are the jolly things ready, how do you pick them and how do you protect them from birds? Some super handy hints from Kath Irvine on all things home grown apples. And there is no singing. 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

 

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Grief on various degrees
From Radio Hawkes Bay, Join Alysha, as she interviews and chats with various guests on everything to do with grief and dying.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ireland Calling
Ireland seems closer every week with Oliver Lee presenting current events and sports news. Featuring a wide range of Irish music and the occasional guest, including visiting Irish performers, politicians, sports and business people
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Life Rewritten 40 +
Life doesn’t stop at 40—in fact, it’s just getting started. Join Kristyl Neho as she dives into inspiring stories, personal insights, and thought-provoking discussions about embracing change, discovering new opportunities, and rewriting what life looks lik
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
8:00 PM - 9:00 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]
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Secret 70's
10:00 PM - 10:30 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

 

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