Coast Access Radio

Kāpiti

We are an access/community radio station broadcasting to the Kapiti Coast and Horowhenua from studios in Waikanae (New Zealand). We produce content locally covering those issues and stories that matter to our communities.

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Latest Coast Access Radio Podcast Episodes

Tales of the Waikanae Estuary - Wild Waikanae ep 2

Tales of the Waikanae Estuary - Wild Waikanae ep 2
Builder Mik Peryer retired to live near the estuary and found himself taking tours and telling stories about the estuary's birdlife. Here Mik narrates his updates from the Estuary from days gone by.

Radio Viti Kapiti - with special guest Interview with Fiji's Minister for Education

Radio Viti Kapiti - with special guest Interview with Fiji's Minister for Education
Special Guest Interview Fiji's Minister for Education Hon Aseri Radrodro Visiting Aotearoa NZ 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.

Paul Unscripted - Part 3 of Grandma's Gardening Tips

Paul Unscripted - Part 3 of Grandma's Gardening Tips
Save money, enjoy organic home grown veggies and use scraps for good with these tips for the garden. Paul is a member of Kapiti Kiwis, a support group for local people facing life with disabilities. His topic, will be usually, unscripted.

Kapiti Poets - Episode 1 with Ingrid Prosser

Kapiti Poets - Episode 1 with Ingrid Prosser
In this first episode of our new programme highlighting poetry writers on the Kapiti Coast, Nikki interviews Ingrid Prosser, the host of Kapiti Poets, about her own journey to becoming a published and performance poet. Ingrid also shares a couple of her own poems with us. Poetry, poems and interviews with Ingrid Prosser

Live Interview - Waikanae Lions talk Predator Free Kapiti, Food Bank and the Garden Trail

Live Interview - Waikanae Lions talk Predator Free Kapiti, Food Bank and the Garden Trail
A range of topics and genres from both our live studio and prerecorded shows.

Conservation Conversation Episode 1 - An introduction to Nga Manu with Rhys

Conservation Conversation Episode 1 - An introduction to Nga Manu with Rhys
Welcome to our first episode of the Nga Manu show - Conservation Conversations. We will have educational conversations about the importance of conservation and the benefits of nature from the staff at Ngā Manu Nature Reserve.

Coast Access Radio Featured Programmes

Books Aloud

Books Aloud
Showcasing Kiwi and Aussie books with author interviews, story excerpts and special guest narraters in this engaging, entertaining and educational show.

Live show interviews Coast Access Radio

Live show interviews Coast Access Radio
Coast Access Radio presents a selection of interviews from our Live to air broadcast

Local Architecture Now

Local Architecture Now
Rosalind Derby explores architecture, urban design, and how to design and build in ways that suit the environment.

Write Your Story

Write Your Story
Angela Robertson invites guests to read a story they have penned.

Focus on Arts

Focus on Arts
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.

Health Happenings

Health Happenings
During this programme we discuss health issues, both locally and nationally.

All Coast Access Radio Programmes

A Political Point of View
A Political Point of View News, Issues and Current Affairs EnglishConversations hosted by Coast Access Radio's Nikki, Catherine and Oliver talking with Central and Local Government, and aspiring candidates.
A week of it
A week of it News, Issues and Current Affairs English Local news for Kapiti and Horowhenua, showcasing events and happenings of the week that was.
Afternoon Delights with Tony Reed
Afternoon Delights with Tony Reed Arts and Culture English A programme of special one-off delights for you to listen to in the afternoon presented by Tony Reed.
Around the Adriatic
Around the Adriatic Interests and Hobbies English Join us as we take you on a magical journey across some of the most picturesque, and unique landscapes across Europe
Ask Margot
Ask Margot Disability and Health English 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".
At The Table With Gail
At The Table With Gail Interests and Hobbies EnglishGail Hall rummages through many a cookbook or delves into treasured home recipes to share with you, tempting you into the kitchen.
Aviation, Past and Present
Aviation, Past and Present Interests and Hobbies English John Skene presents history, stories and anecdotes from NZ and international aviation
Blitz Kids
Blitz Kids Arts and Culture English In WW2, Britain looked to the skies and praised the few, while her children struggled to survive behind closed curtains...Ken Blackburn narrates his own story from his book Blitz Kids, about his experience as a small boy being evacuated from Bristol during the blitz raids in World War 2.
Blues Train
Blues Train Music English An hour of great music filled with Blues, Soul, Funk,Gospel and Jazz.
Books Aloud
Books Aloud Arts and Culture English Showcasing Kiwi and Aussie books with author interviews, story excerpts and special guest narraters in this engaging, entertaining and educational show.
Cancer Korero
Cancer Korero Disability and Health English The Cancer Society discuss topics around cancer awareness and cancer prevention, what's on in Kāpiti and how can we stay well.
Changing Seasons - Daloy ng Panahon
Changing Seasons - Daloy ng Panahon Religion and Spirituality Tagalog, English Fe Sarmiento presents an inspirational show for the Filipino community. Join Fe every fortnight for a spiritual connection. The show is presented in Tagalog.
Childrens Story Time
Childrens Story Time Children and Youth EnglishEnjoy this weekly read from a book, chosen and read by Viv Bailey.
Civil Defence
Civil Defence News, Issues and Current AffairsWREMO provides essential news, instructions and advice pertaining to Civil Defence.
Comedy Corner
Comedy Corner Arts and Culture EnglishGraham Stevens brings you a programme to chuckle about.
Community Beat
Community Beat News, Issues and Current Affairs English Kapiti Police news from the Local Community Police Officer
Concert Notes
Concert Notes Arts and Culture EnglishMusic from the Waikanae Music Society
Conservation Conversation
Conservation Conversation Learning Centre English Educational conversations about the importance of conservation and the benefits of nature from the staff at Ngā Manu Nature Reserve
Conversations at Coast Access Radio
Conversations at Coast Access Radio Community EnglishInteresting conversations with people from all walks of life.
Farming Aotearoa
Farming Aotearoa Community English 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.
Focus on Arts
Focus on Arts Arts and Culture EnglishThis programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Focus on Faith
Focus on Faith Religion and SpiritualityWeekly messages from the congregation of Paraparaumu Baptist Church
Great Tracks and Sidetracks
Great Tracks and Sidetracks Music English 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.
Groove Yard
Groove Yard Music English Forgotten 45s, long lost LPs and great golden gems from the music of the 20th Century.
GS Presents
GS Presents Music EnglishGraham Stevens presents a mixture of show music and great melodies
Health Happenings
Health Happenings Disability and Health English During this programme we discuss health issues, both locally and nationally.
Heartsong
Heartsong Religion and Spirituality English Jules Riding presents a christian music show
Horowhenua Service Show
Horowhenua Service Show Community English The Horowhenua Service Show is dedicated to highlighting the community and volunteer groups within Levin and the Horowhenua district.
IAM - Institute of Advanced Motorists
IAM - Institute of Advanced Motorists Interests and Hobbies English Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) coaching good drivers to be better drivers.
It's good to hear your voice
It's good to hear your voice Music English This is an audio show brought to you by musician Jess Deacon, featuring talented and local kiwi musicians and overseas artists, collated by Jess.
Jazz Actualities
Jazz Actualities MusicAdam Melville hosts a programme dedicated to Jazz
Jon Hollingsworth Themes
Jon Hollingsworth Themes Music English Jon presents a variety of themed music programmes with a bit of history on each theme.
Kapiti GAY
Kapiti GAY Gender and Sexuality EnglishTony Reed looks at issues and events for gay people and their friends.
Kapiti Poets
Kapiti Poets Arts and Culture English Poetry, poems and interviews with Ingrid Prosser
Left of the dial
Left of the dial Music English Rosa Topliff presents music that listeners may not have heard before, without any genre limits.
Let's Talk Science
Let's Talk Science Learning Centre English 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. Dr Greg Sherley takes us through selected complex science subjects and breaks them into bite size pieces for us to ponder and consider. Join
Live show interviews Coast Access Radio
Live show interviews Coast Access Radio Various English Coast Access Radio presents a selection of interviews from our Live to air broadcast
Local Architecture Now
Local Architecture Now Community EnglishRosalind Derby explores architecture, urban design, and how to design and build in ways that suit the environment.
Media Moments
Media Moments Interests and Hobbies English Lloyd Petrie gives his opinion on recently released movies and provides recommendations on what he thinks is worth going to see.
New Zealand Music
New Zealand Music Music EnglishTodd Zaner explores NZ Music.
Ordinary Life
Ordinary Life Disability and Health English Kitty Fitton is a normal woman living an ordinary life with an ordinary diagnosis of Parkinson’s. Kitty talks all things Parkinsons and living with disability or chronic illness. Life is full of laughter, fun and the absurd, you just need to look hard enough.
Partners in Crime
Partners in Crime Arts and Culture English A Live to air show on a Friday arvo, repeated here for your entertainment
Paul Unscripted
Paul Unscripted Disability and Health English Paul Curwen hosts a show that is ........ unscripted.
Peer Chat
Peer Chat Disability and Health English A casual, informal conversation that will support adult survivors of sexual harm. These conversations contain adult themes. Listener discretion is advised.
Radio Viti Kapiti
Radio Viti Kapiti Arts and Culture Fiji, English A programme in Fijian and English for youth, families and RSE Workers and Private Contractors from Fiji and the Pacific Islands.
Rambling Away
Rambling Away Arts and Culture English Rambling away with Molly Fay
Ratbags Racing Show
Ratbags Racing Show Interests and Hobbies English Chris Craddock talks racing for this weekend
Reflections
Reflections Arts and Culture English Christian programme for sight disabled
Revive and Thrive
Revive and Thrive Community English 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.
Rotary Club
Rotary Club Community English Conversations about the work of the Rotary clubs from Kapiti Coast to Levin
Shortz
Shortz Children and Youth English Kids stories - by kids for kids. Mischief and mystery.... treasure.... a taniwha..... helicopters..... bikes.... magic and mermaids - Shortz Stories from Kapiti Children's stories will entertain young and old this summer.
Sounds of Praise
Sounds of Praise Religion and Spirituality EnglishChristian Music
Soundwave
Soundwave Music English Paul Nees presents a great collection of music for his weekly program, inspired by an ever changing selection of genres.
Special Feature
Special Feature Arts and Culture English A special feature that organically occurred during the week.
Stay Tuned - The Mostly Music Radio Show
Stay Tuned - The Mostly Music Radio Show Music English The latest deep dive gig guide for live music events happening from Paekākāriki to Taitoko Levin
Sunday at 8
Sunday at 8 Religion and Spirituality EnglishChristian music for the morning and evening
Tales from the top shelf
Tales from the top shelf Interests and Hobbies English In this show we look into the stories behind the distilleries and their products. What drives them, how did they get started and what was their inspiration?
Tales of the Waikanae Estuary
Tales of the Waikanae Estuary Interests and Hobbies EnglishNarrative stories about birdlife and wildlife of the Waikanae River Estuary
The College Spot - Manawatu College
The College Spot - Manawatu College Children and Youth englishProgrammes made by Students from Manawatu College
The College Spot- Kapiti College
The College Spot- Kapiti College Children and Youth English Programmes made by the students of Kapiti College
The College Spot Otaki College
The College Spot Otaki College Children and Youth English Programmes made by the students of Otaki College
The College Spot-Horowhenua College
The College Spot-Horowhenua College Children and Youth English Programmes made by the students of Horowhenua College
The College Spot-Paraparaumu College
The College Spot-Paraparaumu College Children and Youth English Programmes made by the students of Paraparaumu College
The College Spot-Waiopehu College
The College Spot-Waiopehu College Children and Youth English Programmes made by the students of Waiopehu College
The Gorgeousest Dog in the World
The Gorgeousest Dog in the World Arts and Culture English Fiona Sharp narrates her humorous memoir, told through the tales of the animals with whom the author has shared her life.
Ulysses Half Hour with Paul Nees
Ulysses Half Hour with Paul Nees Interests and Hobbies English Interviews and discussions on upcoming Motorcycle activities.
Wals Hit and Miss
Wals Hit and Miss MusicA weekly show including a music quiz to test your memory.
WEA
WEA Learning Centre EnglishWorkers Educational Association holds educational seminars and events for adults on the Kapiti Coast.
Wild Libraries
Wild Libraries Children and Youth English, Maori Tim and Hayley from Kapiti Libraries love libraries and all the wild things they can offer. They both also love tamariki and to kōrero so in this show they chat, sing, tell stories and tell awesome kids jokes.
World Maritime Memories
World Maritime Memories Arts and Culture EnglishMaritime history of the world with Wallace Trickett.
Write Your Story
Write Your Story Interests and Hobbies English Angela Robertson invites guests to read a story they have penned.