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Kerry Sunderland, Fresh FM
Celebrating its 30th birthday, the 2024 Nelson Arts Festival is jam-packed with over 56 audacious, awe-inspiring and accessible arts experiences. We take a look behind the scenes and hear about some of the unmissable events coming to Whakatū this October in our interview series.
Kath Bee
Music, stories, fun facts, strange noises and MORE! Live and off-the-cuff, Kath Bee has surprises in store for everyone (even herself!).
Craig Prichard
How can we restore and revive our degraded marine environment? In this series of eight 30 minute programmes, Craig Prichard from the Cawthron Institute talks with scientists and marine professionals about the work they are doing, and how others can help around the Top of the South to mend what many regard as the watery desert in Te Tai-o-Aorere, Mohua, and the Sounds.
Zola Rose
Change-making conversations on housing for people and planet. Enabling more affordable, connected, and regenerative places to live.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Starting Wednesday September 04, your opportunity to sit in on a local AA Meeting On Air.
Fresh FM, Cultural Conversations
The Stories We Hold is a collaboration between Cultural Conversations and Fresh FM. This project would not have been possible without funding from the Lottery Community Fund, who have funded this collaboration.
Christin Schäffner
Christin Schäffner presents Building Bridges 101, connecting locals across the Top of the South with how local government works. Christin interview’s political and non political figures gathering Information on issues and processes.
Anne Spear
Anne Spear presents an hour of her favourite Folk Music, including classics from the past, more recent releases and some great instrumentals.
About Fresh FM
FreshFM is a not-for-profit charitable trust funded by NZ On Air, grants and donations to provide a voice for the many voices of our community.
Our vision is that FreshFM should reflect the aspirations, creativity, experiences, stories and music of the people who live in Te Tauihu The Top of The South, and through our broadcast frequencies and on-line services, share those things with the world.
How to listen
Nelson-Tasman 104.8 FM
Nelson CBD 107.2
Golden Bay 95.0 FM
Blenheim 88.8 FM
Arts & Music
Christine Richards
Christine Richards takes listeners on a journey through the world of textiles and creativity, sharing knowledge and tips on fabric arts.
Eleanor and Susanne
Eleanor Cave and Susanne Williamson preview upcoming films screening at State Cinemas Nelson and presented by the Nelson Film Society.
Kath Bee
Music, stories, fun facts, strange noises and MORE! Live and off-the-cuff, Kath Bee has surprises in store for everyone (even herself!).
Grant Knowles
Join Grant Knowles for diverse music, funism and informative chats…
NMIT Students
An hour of contemporary music written and produced by local students on the NMIT Contemporary Music Course.
Mark Manson
Mark Manson talks to locals and other guests about an eclectic mix of topics and issues of interest. Plus guests also provide a selection of music they are listening to.
Collingwood Area School Students
Collingwood Area School students host Radio Club, with school news, information and music.
Darren Lapwood
Darren Lapwood compiles and hosts this specialty music show which features his favourite iconic tracks.
Aaron Banks
Wake up to eggs and toast with a side of your host Aaron starting your week off the right way – great music, latest community connections and news, and your weekly dose of banter and ten to nine love song time. The breakfast show from a chef’s perspective!
Students from Nelson College for Girls
Students from Nelson College for Girls host The Dinner Club. Music, chat and fun!
Grant Knowles
Grant Knowles joins us with the lowdown on the arts in Golden Bay.
Darren Lapwood
Darren Lapwood presents some of the best songs for speedway racing.
Youth
Kath Bee
Music, stories, fun facts, strange noises and MORE! Live and off-the-cuff, Kath Bee has surprises in store for everyone (even herself!).
Motueka High School Students
The Buzz, created by Motueka High School Students.
Students from Nelson College for Girls
Students from Nelson College for Girls host The Dinner Club. Music, chat and fun!
Hazel Molloy
Join Hazel Molloy on The Jam, with interesting topics of conversation and really good music.
Lewis Langford
Kia Ora, I’m Lewis, I’m 16 years old and I live in beautiful Golden Bay, welcome to this amazing radio show called Golden Hour!
I’m keen to bring some more young life to Fresh FM Radio Station.
Collingwood Area School Students
Collingwood Area School students host Radio Club, with school news, information and music.
Multicultural Youth Nelson Tasman
A Programme by and about Multi-Cultural Youth Nelson Tasman.
Health & Wellbeing
Breffni O’Rourke
Hosted by Breffni O’Rourke, this show is for you if you are likely to age, you care about someone who is aging or you are looking for a fresh perspective on your own aging.
Thomas Spring
Join Thomas Spring for Total Wellbeing NZ, a programme about about Health and Wellbeing
Sally Rees
Sally Rees from Natural Nosh offers simple solutions for a healthier lifestyle incorporating a Raw Food Diet.
Dean Campbell
Dean Campbell brings a range of plant Medicine music that bridges the Spiritual realms from South America, The East, New Zealand and afar.
Harold Mayaba
Join Harold Mayaba – the Lion Hugger for Real Life Stories That Change Lives
Erik Roeper
Seido Karate On-Air Dojo features conversations with the remarkable individuals who have made the club a special place to learn and grow. Tune in to hear their stories and insights.
Brain Injury Association
Tracy Allan finds out what we can do to create better brain health and more.
April May
April May, author and founder of April May Gems and mother of five, is passionate about sharing her stories to encourage and inspire others and to restore hearts that are in need of hope.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Starting Wednesday September 04, your opportunity to sit in on a local AA Meeting On Air.
Shane Christie
Ready to stay grounded with your host Shane Christie? Feet on the Ground is your weekly dose of real talk and grounded discussions, diving deep into the issues that matter most, with humour, insight and perspective.
Culture
Jessica Díaz Rodríguez, Julio Díaz Rodríguez and Luz Zúñiga Vega
Jessica Díaz Rodríguez, Julio Díaz Rodríguez and Luz Zúñiga Vega host Viva LatinoAmerica! Latin American Culture, Music, Current Affairs and Interviews in Spanish.
Harold Mayaba
Join Harold Mayaba – the Lion Hugger for Real Life Stories That Change Lives
Introducing Top of the Morning, The Midnight Irish Breakfast Show, join Ciaran for all things Irish.
Cultural Conversations
True stories about inspirational people who have reconstructed their lives and responded in transformational ways following huge traumatic events.
Valorie Patrick
‘Yumi Talem’ or ‘Our Voice’ is a radio program that features Vanuatu’s cultures, current affairs, and the Christian principles Vanuatu is founded on.
Dominique Porzio, Gabriela Diaz and Chaning Valdés
Dominique Porzio, Gabriela Diaz and Chaning Valdés present an emotional view of Latinas living in New Zealand covering a variety of different topics.
Cultural Conversations
Tindall Foundation Stories of Otherness are first hand accounts aimed to educate and help people to speak up.
Lindsay Neumann
Cultural diversity is best enjoyed when shared! Kiwi NikNaks is all about celebrating and sharing our NikNak of cultures here in Nelson Tasman.
Shontell Mita
Shontell Mita, a Maori DJ/Musician presents a programme in Te Reo Maori and English highlighting predominantly Maori Women Musicians in Aotearoa.
Fresh FM, Cultural Conversations
The Stories We Hold is a collaboration between Cultural Conversations and Fresh FM. This project would not have been possible without funding from the Lottery Community Fund, who have funded this collaboration.
Lorraine MacIntosh
Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.
Multicultural Youth Nelson Tasman
A Programme by and about Multi-Cultural Youth Nelson Tasman.
Ethics
The Deadline Report – Ben Vidgen Investigates. A double shot of reality.
Kerry Sunderland
Join Kerry Sunderland for Deathwalker’s Guide to Life. A show that explores how thinking and talking about death can help you live a life without regrets.
Shane Christie
Ready to stay grounded with your host Shane Christie? Feet on the Ground is your weekly dose of real talk and grounded discussions, diving deep into the issues that matter most, with humour, insight and perspective.
Philippa Foes-Lamb
Gardening tips with Philippa Foes-Lamb.
Jan Marsh
Jan Marsh presents Spirited Conversations recorded live at Nelson’s Yaza Cafe.
William Manu
Call to Worship proclaims the everlasting gospel of God’s love in the context of the three angels’ messages of Revelation 14:6-12.
Zola Rose
Change-making conversations on housing for people and planet. Enabling more affordable, connected, and regenerative places to live.
Joanna Santa Barbara
Joanna Santa Barbara presents an Eco Postcard focusing on sustainability and the environment.
Lindsay Wood
Climate Matters, an audio version of Lindsay Wood from Resilienz Ltd’s Climate Matters newsletter, that gives intriguing insights into climate breakdown and climate recovery.
Craig Prichard
How can we restore and revive our degraded marine environment? In this series of eight 30 minute programmes, Craig Prichard from the Cawthron Institute talks with scientists and marine professionals about the work they are doing, and how others can help around the Top of the South to mend what many regard as the watery desert in Te Tai-o-Aorere, Mohua, and the Sounds.
Harmony Aquarian
HATU is IN Da House… from My house to your house, whether you’re in the dog house, the poor house, the nut house, the murder house, Parliament House, or the House of the Rising Sun, we’ll be dealing with some of the important issues of the day.
Her Voice
Students from Nelson College for Girls
Students from Nelson College for Girls host The Dinner Club. Music, chat and fun!
Zola Rose
Change-making conversations on housing for people and planet. Enabling more affordable, connected, and regenerative places to live.
Valorie Patrick
‘Yumi Talem’ or ‘Our Voice’ is a radio program that features Vanuatu’s cultures, current affairs, and the Christian principles Vanuatu is founded on.
Christin Schäffner
Christin Schäffner presents Building Bridges 101, connecting locals across the Top of the South with how local government works. Christin interview’s political and non political figures gathering Information on issues and processes.
Lindsay Neumann
Cultural diversity is best enjoyed when shared! Kiwi NikNaks is all about celebrating and sharing our NikNak of cultures here in Nelson Tasman.
Dominique Porzio, Gabriela Diaz and Chaning Valdés
Dominique Porzio, Gabriela Diaz and Chaning Valdés present an emotional view of Latinas living in New Zealand covering a variety of different topics.
Vinita Chandra
Welcome to Women’s World with Vini Chandra. Join us as we explore the diverse experiences and resilient spirits of women worldwide.
Maria Baigent
Maria Baigent presents an hour of Musical Trinkets, written, sung and performed by Women.
Shontell Mita
Shontell Mita, a Maori DJ/Musician presents a programme in Te Reo Maori and English highlighting predominantly Maori Women Musicians in Aotearoa.
Joanna Santa Barbara
Joanna Santa Barbara presents an Eco Postcard focusing on sustainability and the environment.
Lorraine MacIntosh
Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.
April May
April May, author and founder of April May Gems and mother of five, is passionate about sharing her stories to encourage and inspire others and to restore hearts that are in need of hope.
Interests
Vinita Chandra
Welcome to Women’s World with Vini Chandra. Join us as we explore the diverse experiences and resilient spirits of women worldwide.
Cultural Conversations
True stories about inspirational people who have reconstructed their lives and responded in transformational ways following huge traumatic events.
Radio Viti Te Tauihu
Radio Viti Te Tauihu serves the people through our Vosa vaka-Viti Fijian Language and Culture on air via Fresh FM across the Top of the South Island in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Mark Manson
Mark Manson talks to locals and other guests about an eclectic mix of topics and issues of interest. Plus guests also provide a selection of music they are listening to.
Christin Schäffner
Christin Schäffner presents Building Bridges 101, connecting locals across the Top of the South with how local government works. Christin interview’s political and non political figures gathering Information on issues and processes.
Darren Lapwood
Darren Lapwood presents some of the best songs for speedway racing.
Grant Knowles
Grant Knowles joins us with the lowdown on the arts in Golden Bay.
Breffni O’Rourke
Hosted by Breffni O’Rourke, this show is for you if you are likely to age, you care about someone who is aging or you are looking for a fresh perspective on your own aging.
Philippa Foes-Lamb
Gardening tips with Philippa Foes-Lamb.
Shane Christie
Ready to stay grounded with your host Shane Christie? Feet on the Ground is your weekly dose of real talk and grounded discussions, diving deep into the issues that matter most, with humour, insight and perspective.
Harmony Aquarian
HATU is IN Da House… from My house to your house, whether you’re in the dog house, the poor house, the nut house, the murder house, Parliament House, or the House of the Rising Sun, we’ll be dealing with some of the important issues of the day.
Valorie Patrick
‘Yumi Talem’ or ‘Our Voice’ is a radio program that features Vanuatu’s cultures, current affairs, and the Christian principles Vanuatu is founded on.