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88.1 FM most popular LPFM Radio Channel

The 88.1 frequency is the most popular LPFM channel currently in use in New Zealand according to new analysis from the Radio Heritage Foundation who host the NZLPFM Radio Guide at www.radioheritage.net > read more

Voices in the Air New Stock
Save US$10 June & July Only

We've managed to get hold of a few more copies of the 1976 classic New Zealand broadcasting history book 'Voices in the Air' and we're passing on the savings to you. Now just US$59.95.

These books are all used but it's long out of print. Some copies may include the 45rpm recording of great moments in New Zealand radio history.
image of front cover of 'Voices in the Air' by Peter Downes and Peter Harcourt

Use your VISA, Mastercard, AMEX or JCB card today and get 'Voices in the Air' for just US$59.95 including international air shipping. Include your mailing address please.

Simply use the donation button on this page. Offer ends July 31 2009 unless stocks exhausted earlier. Save US$10 now and make sure of your copy today!

Radio Hauraki CD + Book Sale
Save US$10 June & July Only

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image of Front Cover of Pirate Radio Hauraki CD by David Miller
Save US$10, only US$59.95 for the classic 'Shoestring Pirates' book with the full pirate story, photos etc by Adrian Blackburn PLUS the CD 'A Fresh Pacific Wind' with interviews, live recordings and jingles from the original Radio Hauraki 1480.

Use your VISA, Mastercard, AMEX or JCB card today and get this special combo, including international air shipping for just US$59.95. Include your mailing address please.

Simply use the donation button on this page. Offer ends July 31 2009 unless stocks exhausted earlier. Save US$10 now and get both the book and the CD!


Book Review
Aunt Gwen of 2YA
by Margaret Willis

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Aunt Gwen of 2YA.
by Margaret Willis

"Putting together this story about my mother has taken a long time, all my life in fact."

With these words, Margaret Willis introduces us to New Zealand's most loved Radio Aunt, 'Aunt Gwen of 2YA'.

In the 1920's when radio was new, it was common for stations to run popular childrens sessions. The personalities of the day were usually given a friendly 'Aunt' or 'Uncle' title, so that listeners could be drawn around the fireplace to listen to a trusted 'family member' tell stories, share poems, jokes and music and tips for growing up 'healthy, wealthy and wise'.  > read more

Book Review
Never A Dull Moment
by Keith Richardson

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Never A Dull Moment jacket.
© Keith Richardson.

Keith Richardson is known to Kiwi babyboomers for his top rating radio shows on 1XN Whangarei, 2ZC Napier, 2ZB Wellington and to even more recent listeners on Radio Pacific, Greater Wellington FM, Radio Fifeshire and others.

'Never A Dull Moment - My Life in Broadcasting and other Diversions' is a little gem, as Keith lays, no holds barred, 'A Colourful Career' in front of the reader.

'Top 40' at 2ZC, 'NZ Hit Parade' and 'NZ Top 20' are the record spinning shows for which Keith is often best remembered, and these programs with their crazy sound effects, double entendres and more pushed the limit of acceptability on notoriously fuddy duddy state radio in the 1950's and 60's.  > read more

WASA Radio, AFRS McMurdo Antarctica
"The Most Wonderful Antarctic Station Anywhere"

By Bob Flint
ASA "Det A" Deep Freeze 72

In 1971 I had the privilege of being deployed to the Antarctic for one year and three days. The following are excerpts from my diary in regards to my involvement with the WASA radio station at McMurdo.
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WASA Radio, AFRS McMurdo station sign.
[L] ET1 Bob Flint [R] HM1 Chuck Yarnell.
© Bob Flint Collection, Radio Heritage Foundation.


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2ZA Radio Golden Years
Reinvented on Stage

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This short announcement in the 'NZ Radio Record' magazine heralded the opening of 2ZA in 1938.
© David Lascelles Collection, Radio Heritage Foundation.

2ZA 'The Voice of the Manawatu' began broadcasting from Palmerston North in 1938.

An ambitious social history exhibition was mounted by the regional museum Te Manawa to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the local radio station that had such an impact on community life.

Running for over six months, the exhibition has proved a magnet for memories and a catalyst for events such as The Great New Zealand Radio Show.  > read more

Kiwi Amateurs 12-92 On Air
Hello? Is it me you're looking for?

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ANYBODY OUT THERE?: Brendan Farrell, 12, is the youngest radio ham in New Zealand. Beside him is Cecil James - the oldest at the age of 92.
© Waikato Times

Interviewed by Geoff Taylor - Waikato Times

Cecil James and Brendan Farrell share something unique: they are the oldest and youngest ham radio operators in New Zealand and they belong to the Hamilton Radio Electronics Group.  > read more


Apna 990AM Auckland
Four Years on the Airwaves

By JUSTIN LATIF - Western Leader

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Shaiyaz Mohammed Apna 990AM.
© JUSTIN LATIF/Western Leader

Morning radio jockey Shaiyaz Mohammed doesn't mind getting up at 4.30am to do the job he loves.

The Apna 990 general manager hosts the radio station's breakfast show and has been with the media company since its inception.

The station, which broadcasts on the frequency 990AM, celebrates its fourth birthday this month and Shaiyaz says it's been an exciting time.
 > read more

Blue Skies FM
Central community radio goes off air

The Southland Times

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Mike Bain.
© JOANNE CARROLL/The Southland Times

Alexandra's only independently owned radio station is going off air.

Blue Skies FM will have its final broadcast on Tuesday and become RadioWorks' easy-listening radio station the Breeze from Wednesday.  > read more


One Christian Radio set to rock the airwaves

Taranaki Daily News

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One Christian Radio Managing Director James Cope looks forward to involving the community in the new station.
© CAMERON BURNELL/Taranaki Daily News

James Cope is bringing his faith to New Plymouth airwaves.

The Ohio native and the Taranaki Christian Media Trust began broadcasts from their One Christian Radio station in late August, but plan to get bigger.
 > read more


Southside FM
From Chris' Garage to the Airwaves

By IMOGEN NEALE - Manukau Courier

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Chris Bennett's low power radio station broadcasts from his garage.
© SHANE WENZLICK/Manukau Courier

When Papatoetoe man Chris Bennett didn't like what he heard on the radio he decided to do something about it.

But rather than just switching stations, he took things a few steps further – and started his own.  > read more

Hospital Radio Timaru

By BETHANY MARETT - The Timaru Herald

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Hospital Radio 88.1 FM presenters entertain the audience with a skit entitled 'Snow White and the Several Dwarfs' at the stations' 20th anniversary celebrations in the Woodlands Church Hall.
© NATASHA MARTIN/Timaru Herald

Hosptal Radio celebrated 20 years yesterday with the biggest crowd yet to its annual gathering.

About 135 people turned up to the Woodlands Rd Church Hall for the variety concert, which was put together by the station's announcers.

DJ Allan Stewart kept the crowd entertained with quick-witted stories, and the final skit of the day, entitled `Snow White and the several dwarfs', had everyone laughing in their seats.  > read more

Access Manawatu 999AM
10 Years On Air

Manawatu Standard

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AIRWAVES: The broadcasters and supporters of Access Manawatu toast their first decade on air.
© SAM BAKER/Manawatu Standard.

Ten years on, and this radio station team hasn't let anything get it down.

Supporters of community-run station Access Manawatu yesterday raised their glasses to a decade of bringing the "voice of the people" to Palmerston North.

In a speech at the festivities, station manager Fraser Greig said the station is a platform for the community voice to be heard.  > read more

Reef Radio Golden Oldies on Air

Central Leader

Eric Allen is using his love and knowledge of music to give back to his local community.

After becoming fed up with the lack of radio programmes for seniors, the 83-year-old Pt Chevalier resident decided to start his own station, Reef Radio, in 2006.
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OLD FAVOURITES: Eric Allen runs Reef Radio out of a small studio he set up at his Pt Chevalier home..
© JASON OXENHAM/Central Leader.


He now runs the station out of a small home studio 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 106.7FM.  > read more

Howick Village Radio
Voice of the People

Eastern Courier

image of Michael Rowse and Jenny Foster, Howick Village Radio

TUNED IN: Michael Rowse and Jenny Foster of Howick Village Radio say the new station will provide a valuable community service.
© FIONA GOODALL/Eastern Courier.

Eastern residents have a local voice thanks to the launch of a new radio station.

Howick Village Radio officially launched last week and promises a mix of local news, community group information, health and lifestyle features, and varied musical styles.

"We wanted something solely for the Howick community and locals to call their own, and hopefully we can make a success of the venture," says station manager Michael Rowse.  > read more

3ZM Jingle Returns Home

image link to Radio Heritage Foundation radio jingle

It's A Girl!
Listen to this radio jingle.

Here's a nice little jingle from 3ZM 1323 AM in Christchurch. It's from around 1979.

Many thanks to Jim Barrington [Australia] for sharing this clip with us.


Pub Charity Joins Kiwi Radio Campaign

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We're delighted to welcome Pub Charity to the Kiwi Radio Campaign.

Their financial support helps us protect even more of New Zealand's radio heritage and make it available on-line for free community access.

Kiwis have enjoyed listening to the radio as entertainment at their member hotels for many decades, and continue to do so today. Welcome aboard, and thanks for your generous support.  > read more

Apex Car Rentals Joins Campaign

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Apex Rentals Cars, New Zealand's largest independently owned car hire company, has joined the Kiwi Radio Campaign as a sponsor. Their supply of a rental car allows the campaign 'to take the scenic route with New Zealand Car Rental' and visit towns, cities and out of the way localities around the country collecting radio memorabilia, recording oral histories...  > read more

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