Aircheck for Saturday 8 November 2014:
00:00 - Community Programming repeats and music:
A repeat of popular Wellington Access Radio Programmes interspersed with World and local music
05:00 - Radio Ivanui:
Radio Ivanui is a Cook Islands programme focussing on achievements within the community. New, events, health, issues and great music! Presented in Cook Islands Māori by Ina Tekeu. Radio Ivanui has been broadcasting for more than twelve years. Tune in Monday-Saturday 5-7am.
07:00 - Bhakti Prabha:
Devotional readings and music presented by Bala Thomson.
Bala Thomson’s history with Wellington Access Radio is as long as the station itself, and more than 30 years after hosting The Indian Programme on Sunday evenings for the first time, she shows no sign of giving up what she believes is an important community service. Others agree with her, as her status as a justice of the peace, a marriage celebrant, and the holder of the Queen’s Service Medal, for her voluntary service to the Indian community, clearly shows. Add to that the fact that her primary show, The Indian Community Programme, was top Community and Access Programme for 2003 in the NZ Radio Awards for that year, and continues to maintain the high standard expected of an award-winning show, and you have a pen portrait of a highly professional communicator. The Indian Community Programme was one of the original programmes broadcast when Access Radio began in 1981. Today it is the only one that is still aired weekly by the first and only broadcaster. It features a delicious fortnightly cooking/recipe section and up-to-minute information from Bollywood. Bala’s devotion to reaching out to her community does not rest with the Indian Community Programme: more than 20 years ago she started another, called Bhakti Prabha, specifically for listeners devoted to the soft tones and haunting and restful chants of Indian religious music. This is Bala’s Saturday morning start-of-the-day hour so appreciated also by people of other communities and creeds. And in her unique way, she does both programmes in three languages – Hindi, Gujarati (her mother tongue) and English -- and thus succeeds in reaching a remarkably wide audience. Bala’s talents are spread even wider: as well as celebrating more than 30 years with Wellington Access Radio, she has also spent more than a quarter of a century teaching cooking in community colleges around Wellington. Today, her cooking classes are found in Hutt Valley, specifically at Hutt Valley High School and Upper Hutt College where – as demand arises – she can teach Indian, Italian, Eastern or Chinese-Thai cooking. Thousands of students have learned exotic and tasty dishes from Bala, and many come back year after year to expand their skills.
08:00 – Lower Hutt SDA [Seventh-day Adventist] Church:
The Holy Ghost will inspire, exhort and empower your life if you choose to follow Jesus Christ. Presented in English, Māori and Cook Island Māori, every Saturday at 8am.
09:00 – music.
10:00 - World Teacher:
The one awaited by all religions has come when we least expect it.
John and Bernice O’Donnell were the original programme makers for the monthly “World Teacher” slot which started around 1983 or 1984. They were loaned a book titled "The Reappearance of the Christ and the Masters of Wisdom". This book, by Benjamin Creme profoundly affected them, stating as it did, the momentous information of the return to the world of Maitreya and His group of Masters. With this knowledge came the certainty that the public must be informed, but how? And in that need was the genesis of the "World Teacher" programme. More recently, it is Teresa and David Johnston who present the “World Teacher” programme. Tune in every four weeks on Saturday at 10am. Who is Maitreya? He has been expected for generations by all of the major religions. Christians know him as the Christ, and expect his imminent return. Jews await him as the Messiah; Hindus look for the coming of Krishna; Buddhists expect him as Maitreya Buddha; and Muslims anticipate the Imam Mahdi or Messiah. Although the names are different, many believe that they all refer to the same individual: the World Teacher, whose personal name is Maitreya (pronounced my-tray-ah). Preferring to be known simply as the Teacher, Maitreya has not come as a religious leader, or to found a new religion, but as a teacher and guide for people of every religion and those of no religion. At this time of great political, economic and social crisis Maitreya will inspire humanity to see itself as one family, and create a civilization based on sharing, economic and social justice, and global cooperation. He will launch a call to action to save the millions of people who starve to death every year in a world of plenty. Among Maitreya's recommendations will be a shift in social priorities so that adequate food, housing, clothing, education, and medical care become universal rights. Under Maitreya's inspiration, humanity itself will make the required changes and create a saner and more just world for all. For more information visit: share-international.org
10:30 – music.
12:00 - Greek Orthodox Holy Metropolis of New Zealand:
A religious programme for the Christian Greek Orthodox community. Presented by Charlotte, Aidan and JJ, with a special talk from a priest each week. Tune in on Saturday at noon. This programme is sponsored by the Holy Archdiocese of New Zealand.
13:00 - Interpreting NZ:
In today’s programme an interview with a Spanish interpreter.
13:30 – music.
14:00 - Brooklyn Galleria Half Hour:
A mix of music and interviews from successful people with mixed-abilities.
The Brooklyn Galleria Half Hour is a fortnightly show presented by Robert Spencer, who was born and bred in Wellington. He attended St Marks for all of his primary schooling and then went on to Wellington High School for his secondary education. Robert has always had a love of radio broadcasting and music of all kinds, and wishes to share his enthusiasm with his listeners. Tune in for a great mix of music and interviews with special guests. The Brooklyn Galleria Half Hour is sponsored by The Brooklyn Galleria.
14:30 - Terry's Songwriters Show:
Terry Shore interviews undiscovered Wellington songwriters. Terry's Songwriters Show won Best Music Programme in the Access/ Ethnic Radio category at the New Zealand Radio Awards 2007. It's a weekly programme hosted by Terry Shore - who is a singer/song-writer himself. Every week Terry showcases local singer/song-writers who play in open mic nights around Wellington. Terry invites various singer/song-writers on to his show to showcase their original musical talent. It is a show designed for unknowns who have yet to be discovered. In today’s programme: Mimi Gilbert.
15:00 - Best of the Week.
16:00 – Music from Germany.
16:30 – music.
19:00 - Niuean Community Programme:
Fostering and promoting Niuean culture, language and traditions. The Niuean Community programme is all about positively fostering and promoting aspects of the Niuean culture, language and traditions, so that Niuean’s are unified in progress and prosperity. This programme has been broadcasting on Wellington Access Radio for more than 30 years! Reverend Tom Etuata and his wife Akeletama coordinate the programme. There are hosts and technicians from the Niuean community. The programme is full of community news, events and family notices from Wellington, Niue and other centres. Tune in every Saturday 7-8.30pm
20:30 - The Voice of Ninevah:
For the Assyrian community in Wellington. Listen every Saturday at 8.30-9.30pm. Presented by Maureen, Sarjon and Samir.
21:30 - New Zealand Music:
We play New Zealand music as often as we can. If you or a muso you know would like to get your tunes on our playlist, send them to us. Keen to volunteer and help us fill the gaps on air? You can record NZ Music blocks- 28 minutes of your favourite New Zealand music with a bit of chatter in between. A great way to dip your toes in to community access radio before starting your own radio programme.
22:15 - Ireland Calling:
Presented by Oliver Lee from Planet FM in Auckland. Tune in every Saturday 10.15-11.15pm.
Ireland Calling started broadcasting in Auckland in 1990 and spread to Wellington and Christchurch the following year. The programme is produced and presented by Oliver Lee. Listen in to hear about events happening within the Irish community throughout New Zealand and the latest news from Ireland. Oliver interviews visiting Irish business people, politicians and musicians. Some of his guests over the years include former Irish President Mary Robinson; former Prime Minister Albert Reynolds; Irish businessman Dr. Tony O’Reilly; Riverdance founder Michael Flately; and Irish singer Daniel O’Donnell. The programme has a strong following throughout New Zealand. While the programme is particularly for Irish and Irish / Kiwis, Oliver hears from people who have no connection with Ireland yet tune in regularly to hear about the latest events happening Ireland and listen to Irish music.
23:15 – music.
Aircheck for Sunday 9 November 2014:
00:00 - Community Programming repeats and music:
A repeat of popular Wellington Access Radio Programmes interspersed with World and local music
05:00 - Reaching Out:
Reaching Out is a programme in Samoan for the Seventh Day Adventist community in Porirua. Tune in every Sunday 5-6am.
06:00 - Ole Malamalama Ola:
A religious programme in Samoan for the Seventh-day Adventist community in Porirua. Tune in every Sunday 6-7am.
07:00 - O Le Fetu Ao:
O Le Fetu Ao is a spiritual and religious programme broadcast in the Samoan Language every Sunday 7-8am for 3 weeks and every fourth week 7-9am. The aim of the programme is to spread the Gospel and the Love of Jesus, so the people can become one with Jesus as their Lord and Saviour. O Le Fetu Ao is presented live by a group of ordained Lay-Preachers and a Choir from The Samoan Methodist Church in Hataitai – Wellington. The Programme is sponsored by its members through donations in Hataitai Parish. "We thank the Lord for the Work of the Holy Spirit that brings quite a lot of listeners who have commented positively about the programme, and these encourage us to move forward and fight for the Lord. May God bless You".
08:00 - Samoa Ala Mai:
Samoa Ala Mai is a Christian programme to encourage, unite and advise the Samoan community. It aims to cheer up the elderly, discourage family violence, strengthen marriage and encourage people to be good citizens of New Zealand. Tune in at 8-9am on Sunday. The programme is sponsored by Hosanna World Outreach Centre.
09:00 - Pastors Hour:
Religious words for the Cook Islands Seventh Day Adventist community.
Tune in every Sunday 9-10am. This programme is coordinated by Tai Paku.
10:00 - Lesbian Community:
The Lesbian Community programme has been providing a space for lesbians to ‘meet’, learn about and contribute to their community for over twenty years. Aimed at a full diversity of lesbians, gay women, queer women, takataapui women and whichever labels people choose for themselves; it is also listened to by others who enjoy the music and news on the programme. The programme is run by a collective of some twenty women, often operating in pairs, so a large range of voices are heard. They warmly welcome new lesbian broadcasters. Each week they advertise community events (and help people find flats and flatmates) and play music. The rest is up to each presenter; Aotearoa and worldwide news of interest to lesbians, LGBTI and general political news and comment, interviews about past or future cultural and sports events (including dances, film festivals, art shows, international Lesbian Day, Gay Games, books at the lesbian library)-a truly diverse range of topics! The Lesbian Community programme is brought to you with the assistance of the Betty Armstrong / Bea Arthur Lesbian Trust.
11:00 – United Nations of Women.
11:30 - World Music.
Diverse sounds from all corners of the globe!
12:00 - Capital Irish:
Capital Irish team has been broadcasting on Wellington Access Radio since 2003. The show was conceived by Limerick man Tim Collins, who was working in Wellington and saw the need for an Irish radio programme. Tim later brought Margaret Aitken on board and she became the senior presenter and promoter up until 2012. Margaret brought charm and life to Capital Irish and managed to acquire a great team of Irish people from various parts of Ireland, many of whom are still presenting like Daniel MCCaffrey and Roy McGuinness. The programme includes Irish news, local events and activities with an Irish flavour as well as interviews and live music from visiting Irish musicians. It also includes book and movie reviews and on occasion some political views/reviews. Capital Irish has interviewed many Irish Celebrities over the years the most prestigious being the former Irish President Mary McAleese. Our presenters come from all walks of life and each generation is represented! Present team 2013 includes Daniel McCaffery (Co.Fermanagh), Roy McGuinness(Co.Dublin), Jim Friel (Co.Mayo), Alice Paul (Co. Monaghan) Denise McCarthy (Co. Kerry) Mariam Grealis (Co. Mayo) Daniel Cahill (Co Laois) Emma Sweeney(Co Westmeath) Gerry Paul (Dublin/NZ)
12:30 - From Croatia with Love:
From Croatia with Love has been broadcasting on Wellington Access Radio for more than twenty-five years. It is hosted by Ivo Curac and his daughter Laura, and broadcasts every Sunday at 12.30pm. The programme is mostly spoken in Croatian and is filled with lovely music, news and current events from within the Croatian community in Wellington and also from around the world. From Croatia with Love is sponsored by the Croatian Cultural Society of Wellington.
13:00 - Cyprus Community:
Music and news from Cyprus and Greece. Tune in at 1pm every Sunday.
14:00 - Greek Orthodox Community:
A programme that has been broadcasting more than 30 years for the Greek Orthodox community. Tune in every Sunday at 2pm. Presented and produced by Nicky, Jim and Costa. This programme is sponsored by the Greek Orthodox Community of Wellington.
15:00 - Greek Youth – Kounato:
The Greek Youth radio programme is back! “Bringing a little piece of Greece to not only the Greek Youth and community, but to New Zealand (our parents new found homeland). News, community events and notices all brought to you from a youth perspective.” Their new radio programme is called 'Kounato', meaning 'shake it' - which they hope you will be doing every Sunday 3-4pm. This show will promote Greek culture and heritage through local, and national Greek news, modern music, promotion of events, interviews with influential Greeks and many competitions. The aim is to involve Greek youth to strengthen ties with their heritage by making the show as interactive and interesting as possible. There are two fabulous DJ’s on board - DJ Nicky Zee (all the way from the Gold Coast, Australia) and also DJ George Vog (from Melbourne, Australia). They will be working to share the latest music, top 10 music lists, CD giveaways and free downloads to their mixes. There are now 13 presenters on board, all with different tastes in music and ideas. This ensures the listeners are given lots of variety. The majority of presenters are from Wellington. However, there are two very eager young presenters from Christchurch too. They would like to welcome Christos Merentitis and Jonathan Papageorge to the Kounato team. Kounato is going to be slightly different to the old Greek Youth programme in that it will be more interactive. Like the Facebook page, it's the best way to keep up to date with any of our notices, requests and of course, weekly competitions! You will also be able to request songs, submit dedications and share some news.
16:00 - Educating for Social Change:
Educating for a Social Change is produced by the Wellington Workers’ Education Association. The WEA supports adult and community education that promotes a just and equitable society in accordance with Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Join members of Wellington’s WEA as they bring you social comment, community and union news and look at what people are doing to support a more just and equitable society every Sunday at 4pm on Wellington Access Radio.
17:00 - Spiritual experiences in daily life:
Presented by ECKANKAR NZ.
18:00 - Indian Community Programme:
Bala Thomson’s history with Wellington Access Radio is as long as the station itself, and more than 30 years after hosting The Indian Programme on Sunday evenings for the first time, she shows no sign of giving up what she believes is an important community service. Others agree with her, as her status as a justice of the peace, a marriage celebrant, and the holder of the Queen’s Service Medal, for her voluntary service to the Indian community, clearly shows. Add to that the fact that her primary show, The Indian Community Programme, was top Community and Access Programme for 2003 in the NZ Radio Awards for that year, and continues to maintain the high standard expected of an award-winning show, and you have a pen portrait of a highly professional communicator. The Indian Community Programme was one of the original programmes broadcast when Access Radio began in 1981. Today it is the only one that is still aired weekly by the first and only broadcaster. It features a delicious fortnightly cooking/recipe section and up-to-minute information from Bollywood.
20:00 - Na Gauna Ni Tiko Bulabula:
A health focused Programme for the Fijian community in Wellington. Tune in every Sunday 8-10pm. Na Gauna Ni Tiko Bulabula means health and wellbeing on air! The Programme also includes general community annoucements for the local Fijian community. Presented by Save Daugunu and sponsored by the Capital and Coast District Health Board.
22:00:00 - New Zealand Music
Your chance to get on air at Wellington Access Radio!