Featured Programmes
Ana Fierek
Join Ana Fierek from Nelson Tasman Hospice for Heart to Heart—a behind-the-scenes look at hospice care, sharing the people, stories, and mahi that support patients and whānau across our community every day.
As part of Hands Up for Hospice, we’re opening the doors to what we do, how we do it, and why it matters.
Heart to Heart with Hospice airs 9:30am Friday mornings, with a replay 5pm on Mondays.
Heart to Heart with Nelson Tasman Hospice is proudly supported by the Yondi Foundation as part of the Hands Up for Hospice campaign. Only on Fresh FM.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Starting Wednesday September 04, your opportunity to sit in on a local AA Meeting On Air.
Buddhika Daluwatte
On ‘New Zealand Student Life’, we begin with the real migrant journeys. From the jitters of pre-departure to finding your footing in the Kiwi landscape, join Buddhika Daluwatte as he shares the authentic stories of migrant students navigating life and education in New Zealand.
Claire Williamson
A Little Bit Booked is like listening to two friends chat about their latest literary obsession. Editor and writer Claire Williamson (@accidentaltokyoite) is regularly joined by authors, book lovers, and publishing experts for in-depth interviews, reviews, and plenty of recommendations. Expect more than a bit of banter!
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.
LGBTQIA+ radio. Music by us and for us, because representation matters and so do the songs that shape us.
Hosted by Jo. Expect interviews, new music, songs from all eras, and the occasional deep dive or guest mix.
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.
Maria Baigent
Maria Baigent presents Trinketbox, a curated hour of music written, sung and produced by women. Each episode explores a theme, genre, era or artist, uncovering musical treasures from Aotearoa and beyond.
Fresh FM
Fresh FM was proud to be the official media partner for TUKU 25 Whakatū. As part of that partnership, we created a special series featuring interviews with the passionate event hosts behind the festival.
These archived interviews from TUKU 25 capture the stories, inspirations, and unique experiences shared by the people who helped bring the festival to life across Whakatū.
Explore the interviews to hear the voices behind last year’s celebrations and the events that made the festival so special.
Multicultural Youth Nelson Tasman
A Programme by and about Multi-Cultural Youth Nelson Tasman.
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 88.9 FM
Arts & Music
Alfie Langford
Kia Ora, I’m Alfie! I’m 15 years old and lucky to call the stunning Golden Bay home. Welcome to Golden Hour—the ultimate radio show on FreshFM!
I’m here to bring some fresh energy and fun to the station.
Penina Uhrle
Join Penina on The Jam, with interesting topics of conversation and really good music.
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.
Maria Baigent
Maria Baigent presents Trinketbox, a curated hour of music written, sung and produced by women. Each episode explores a theme, genre, era or artist, uncovering musical treasures from Aotearoa and beyond.
Tony Tomorrow
Join Tony Tomorrow and friends as he explores the local scene, local people and local music around Nelson in the past, present and future. With a little bit of randomness mixed in.
Eleanor and Susanne
Eleanor Cave and Susanne Williamson preview upcoming films screening at State Cinemas Nelson and presented by the Nelson Film Society.
Peter Bywater
Peter Bywater hosts Sound Selector which links music genres, from ska to punk, dub step to reggae, from the 70’s to today.
Fresh FM
Fresh FM was proud to be the official media partner for TUKU 25 Whakatū. As part of that partnership, we created a special series featuring interviews with the passionate event hosts behind the festival.
These archived interviews from TUKU 25 capture the stories, inspirations, and unique experiences shared by the people who helped bring the festival to life across Whakatū.
Explore the interviews to hear the voices behind last year’s celebrations and the events that made the festival so special.
Matt Budd and Maria Baigent
Matt and Maria start the weekend with rock, metal, and the occasional decree from their evil Robot Overlord – who, despite the title, is apparently quite lovely.
Liam Daly
Neon Nights is a late-night journey through synthwave and retro-inspired electronic music, blending cinematic soundscapes, nostalgic melodies, and high-energy tracks from artists around the world.
Pat B
Originality is a myth; this show is brought to you by Pat B. He’s just over one half of the Pat’s of Least Resistance, in association with BlueEye Productions. Engineering in reverse.
Here’s an idea… join us every Wednesday at 2100 where nothing exists.
NMIT Students
An hour of contemporary music written and produced by local students on the NMIT Contemporary Music Course.
Youth
Alfie Langford
Kia Ora, I’m Alfie! I’m 15 years old and lucky to call the stunning Golden Bay home. Welcome to Golden Hour—the ultimate radio show on FreshFM!
I’m here to bring some fresh energy and fun to the station.
Penina Uhrle
Join Penina on The Jam, with interesting topics of conversation and really good music.
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.
Aynsley Thorpe
Madeleine Johnson
Life of Law explores the people, pathways, and experiences that shape the legal profession. Through conversations with lawyers and professionals working in and around the law, Life of Law shares insights into careers, challenges, and the realities of working in the legal world.
Henley News Hounds
Henley School News Hounds are a group of Senior Students from Henley Primary School reporting on topics and events happening in and around the school.
Kath Bee
Join Kath as she chats to people about their Jobs, their career paths, and their everyday life. Whether you’re at school and wondering ”What am I going to do when I leave?” Whether you’re thinking of changing jobs mid-life, or just love to listen to other peoples choices, this is the place to be.
Francis Ching
Motueka High School Students present Youth and Community Affairs, Interviews, and What’s On around the Tasman Region.
Fresh FM
Join Matilda on the Enough Project as she creates space for honest, relatable conversations about mental health in a rapidly changing world. By youth for youth, we discuss our experiences and challenges. The Enough Project is an essential reminder that you are not alone and that you are enough exactly as you are.
Tune in on Fridays at 4:30pm, new content fortnightly
Health & Wellbeing
Ana Fierek
Join Ana Fierek from Nelson Tasman Hospice for Heart to Heart—a behind-the-scenes look at hospice care, sharing the people, stories, and mahi that support patients and whānau across our community every day.
As part of Hands Up for Hospice, we’re opening the doors to what we do, how we do it, and why it matters.
Heart to Heart with Hospice airs 9:30am Friday mornings, with a replay 5pm on Mondays.
Heart to Heart with Nelson Tasman Hospice is proudly supported by the Yondi Foundation as part of the Hands Up for Hospice campaign. Only on Fresh FM.
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.
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.
Sally Rees
Sally Rees from Natural Nosh offers simple solutions for a healthier lifestyle incorporating a Raw Food Diet.
Fresh FM
Join Matilda on the Enough Project as she creates space for honest, relatable conversations about mental health in a rapidly changing world. By youth for youth, we discuss our experiences and challenges. The Enough Project is an essential reminder that you are not alone and that you are enough exactly as you are.
Tune in on Fridays at 4:30pm, new content fortnightly
Thomas Spring
Join Thomas Spring for Total Wellbeing NZ, a programme about about Health and Wellbeing
Harold Mayaba
Join Harold Mayaba – the Lion Hugger for Real Life Stories That Change Lives
Culture
Buddhika Daluwatte
On ‘New Zealand Student Life’, we begin with the real migrant journeys. From the jitters of pre-departure to finding your footing in the Kiwi landscape, join Buddhika Daluwatte as he shares the authentic stories of migrant students navigating life and education in New Zealand.
Shontell Mita
Shontell Mita, a Maori DJ/Musician presents a programme in Te Reo Maori and English highlighting predominantly Maori Women Musicians in Aotearoa.
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.
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.
Harold Mayaba
Join Harold Mayaba – the Lion Hugger for Real Life Stories That Change Lives
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.
Chris Mulholland
Ka kohikohia ngā taonga toi Māori – mai i ngā rā o mua tae noa ki ēnei rā tōnu – hei kai mā ngā tāringa. Audio treasures, including waiata and stories, from the past and present Māori world are shared to enrich our wairua.
Cultural Conversations
Tindall Foundation Stories of Otherness are first hand accounts aimed to educate and help people to speak up.
Cultural Conversations
True stories about inspirational people who have reconstructed their lives and responded in transformational ways following huge traumatic events.
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.
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.
Ethics
Joanna Santa Barbara
Joanna Santa Barbara presents an Eco Postcard focusing on sustainability and the environment.
Tania O’Meagher
Word is Power is a programme looking at life through the scriptures and personal journeys in faith.
Zola Rose
Change-making conversations on housing for people and planet. Enabling more affordable, connected, and regenerative places to live.
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.
GalanJAH
A BalanSING, GalanJAH selects foremost from Roots and Fruits of Sisterly Reggae, within a Global Musical Forest.
The Deadline Report – Ben Vidgen Investigates. A double shot of reality.
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.
Aynsley Thorpe
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.
Melissa Melodious
Rise and Shine Radio Show with Melissa Melodious⚡️is about encouraging the heights and depths of life through music, wisdom & sweet inspiration. Tune in and charge up Sundays 8am. Together let’s Rise, one episode at a time.
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.
Her Voice
Shontell Mita
Shontell Mita, a Maori DJ/Musician presents a programme in Te Reo Maori and English highlighting predominantly Maori Women Musicians in Aotearoa.
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.
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.
Joanna Santa Barbara
Joanna Santa Barbara presents an Eco Postcard focusing on sustainability and the environment.
Maria Baigent
Maria Baigent presents Trinketbox, a curated hour of music written, sung and produced by women. Each episode explores a theme, genre, era or artist, uncovering musical treasures from Aotearoa and beyond.
Vinita Chandra
Welcome to Women’s World with Vini Chandra. Join us as we explore the diverse experiences and resilient spirits of women worldwide.
Zola Rose
Change-making conversations on housing for people and planet. Enabling more affordable, connected, and regenerative places to live.
Lorraine MacIntosh
Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.
Interests
Lorraine MacIntosh
Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.
Grant Knowles
Join Grant Knowles for diverse music, funism and informative chats…
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.
Vinita Chandra
Welcome to Women’s World with Vini Chandra. Join us as we explore the diverse experiences and resilient spirits of women worldwide.
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.
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.
Michael Bortnick and Grace
Join hosts Michael Bortnick and Grace from our Nelson Studio presenting a breakfast show with a different musical theme each episode.
The Deadline Report – Ben Vidgen Investigates. A double shot of reality.
Ana Fierek
Join Ana Fierek from Nelson Tasman Hospice for Heart to Heart—a behind-the-scenes look at hospice care, sharing the people, stories, and mahi that support patients and whānau across our community every day.
As part of Hands Up for Hospice, we’re opening the doors to what we do, how we do it, and why it matters.
Heart to Heart with Hospice airs 9:30am Friday mornings, with a replay 5pm on Mondays.
Heart to Heart with Nelson Tasman Hospice is proudly supported by the Yondi Foundation as part of the Hands Up for Hospice campaign. Only on Fresh FM.
Luke Walton
Luke Walton, registered counsellor and men’s mental health practitioner, delves into the topic of men’s mental health. Luke collaberates with professionals, and a variety of guests with lived experience, including athletes and artists. “Manawa Shoulder to Shoulder” examines effective strategies for men and youth with personal stories of empowerment.
Collingwood Area School Students
Collingwood Area School students host Radio Club, with school news, information and music.