Featured Programmes
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.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Starting Wednesday September 04, your opportunity to sit in on a local AA Meeting On Air.
Maria Baigent
Join Maria Baigent for Trinketbox, a fortnightly celebration of music by women across genres, generations and cultures. Each episode is thoughtfully curated around a theme, artist, scene or musical thread — from soul, jazz and funk to punk, electronic, indie and beyond.
Fresh FM
Voices of recovery is a compassionate, real-talk radio show exploring the challenges and breakthroughs of mental health and addiction, hosted by a recovering addict also affected by bipolar. The show is designed for anyone impacted by addiction, personally or through loved ones. It offers honest conversation through insights and practical tools for healing.
Listeners can expect a relatable person, relatable guests, resources and topic based information. This show breaks stigma builds connection and helps people feel less alone.
Interact through social media or email, voicesofrecoverynz@gmail.com
Voices of Recovery airs Thursday at 11, with new content every 2 weeks
Fresh FM
Fresh Feed is the Fresh FM newsletter, on air and in your ears.
Catch up on what’s happening at Fresh FM, what’s new, and what’s coming up.
Fresh news, local voices, and a little behind-the-scenes goodness from across Te Tauihu.
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!
Fresh FM
Voices of Victory is a podcast from Te Puna Wānanga o Te Wairepo – Victory Primary School, celebrating the diverse voices, cultures and stories of our school and wider community. Through interviews, conversations and storytelling, our tamariki, staff, whānau and wider community share experiences that inform, inspire and connect people through the power of voice.
Voices of Victory airs Wednesday afternoons at 3:15pm, with new content every 2 weeks.
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.
About Fresh FM
Fresh FM is a not-for-profit charitable trust and community access radio station, funded through NZ On Air, grants, sponsorship, and donations.
From our studios in Nelson, in beautiful Founders Heritage Park, Motueka, and Golden Bay, we make space for the many voices of Te Tauihu, the Top of the South.
Our role is to support access, connection, and participation. We provide the studios, training, broadcast platforms, podcasting, and encouragement that help people be heard, especially voices that are not always represented in mainstream media.
Through our FM frequencies and online platforms, Fresh FM shares local stories, music, cultures, ideas, concerns, and lived experiences with listeners here at home and around the world.
How to listen
Nelson-Tasman 104.8 FM
Golden Bay 95.0 FM
Blenheim 88.9 FM
Arts & Music
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.
Penina Uhrle
Join Penina on The Jam, with interesting topics of conversation and really good music.
Rayna Thomas
Are you looking for something more intimate? A Space to unwind and appreciate song writing? From delecate strings to heavy things. The only show where indie accoustic vulnerability meets heavy boundary pushing noise.
Eleanor and Susanne
Eleanor Cave and Susanne Williamson preview upcoming films screening at State Cinemas Nelson and presented by the Nelson Film Society.
Ciaran
It’s almost departure time. We ask our guest to choose five pieces of music that soundtrack their lives, music that takes them back, makes them smile, paints a picture or stirs a memory. They are also allowed a book and a luxury item. These must all fit neatly in their carry on suitcase as they head for the peace and quiet of the Clare Islands. The pleasure was all mine and the music was all yours.
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.
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.
Grant Knowles
Join Grant Knowles for diverse music, funism and informative chats…
Terry and Diane Langford
Terry and Diane Langford host Saturday in the Country, a weekly music show focusing mainly on country music.
Ben Zaven Crane
“The Sensorium” is a two-hour auditory hallucination woven live by D.J Mojo Filter for Fresh FM. Ben Zaven Crane is a producer and performer from the U.K having recently moved to Motueka looking to find fellow space cats with whom to share these sacred sounds. Join him for an immersive psychedelic journey where music, sound design, and storytelling fuse to dissolve the limits of perception
Darren “Lappy” Lapwood
Darren Lapwood presents some of the best songs for speedway racing. For more speedway information head to: https://www.speedway.co.nz/
Youth
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.
Penina Uhrle
Join Penina on The Jam, with interesting topics of conversation and really good music.
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.
Francis Ching
Motueka High School Students present Youth and Community Affairs, Interviews, and What’s On around the Tasman Region.
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.
Fresh FM
Voices of Victory is a podcast from Te Puna Wānanga o Te Wairepo – Victory Primary School, celebrating the diverse voices, cultures and stories of our school and wider community. Through interviews, conversations and storytelling, our tamariki, staff, whānau and wider community share experiences that inform, inspire and connect people through the power of voice.
Voices of Victory airs Wednesday afternoons at 3:15pm, with new content every 2 weeks.
Rayna Thomas
Are you looking for something more intimate? A Space to unwind and appreciate song writing? From delecate strings to heavy things. The only show where indie accoustic vulnerability meets heavy boundary pushing noise.
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
Aynsley Thorpe
Dasha and JT – Parklands School
Pakarana Peeps is a show hosted by Parkland School Students Dasha & JT. It is a current affairs and interview show based around the happenings and folks at Motueka’s Parklands Primary School.
With Dasha’s quick retorts and JT’s humour these two young people are a delight to listen to & will leave you smiling.
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.
Greg Jones
Transform Your Life By Healing The Mind, Body and Soul Naturally and Fast. Create longevity of life with less pain and frustration by rewiring your brain and your body’s energy to have more joy, peace, better health and wellbeing.
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.
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.
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
Fresh FM
Voices of recovery is a compassionate, real-talk radio show exploring the challenges and breakthroughs of mental health and addiction, hosted by a recovering addict also affected by bipolar. The show is designed for anyone impacted by addiction, personally or through loved ones. It offers honest conversation through insights and practical tools for healing.
Listeners can expect a relatable person, relatable guests, resources and topic based information. This show breaks stigma builds connection and helps people feel less alone.
Interact through social media or email, voicesofrecoverynz@gmail.com
Voices of Recovery airs Thursday at 11, with new content every 2 weeks
Culture
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.
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.
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.
Multicultural Youth Nelson Tasman
A Programme by and about Multi-Cultural Youth Nelson Tasman.
Fresh FM
Voices of Victory is a podcast from Te Puna Wānanga o Te Wairepo – Victory Primary School, celebrating the diverse voices, cultures and stories of our school and wider community. Through interviews, conversations and storytelling, our tamariki, staff, whānau and wider community share experiences that inform, inspire and connect people through the power of voice.
Voices of Victory airs Wednesday afternoons at 3:15pm, with new content every 2 weeks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lorraine MacIntosh
Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.
Ethics
Joanna Santa Barbara
Joanna Santa Barbara presents an Eco Postcard focusing on sustainability and the environment.
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.
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.
Noa Vodnizky
The Third Narrative, exploring life beyond black and white thinking. Join Noa in intimate conversations with guests whose lives embrace complexity and openness with courage and love, offering fresh perspectives on today’s most divided topics and the space that exists in-between and beyond.
Tania O’Meagher
Word is Power is a programme looking at life through the scriptures and personal journeys in faith.
Philippa Foes-Lamb
Gardening tips with Philippa Foes-Lamb.
Aynsley Thorpe
Zola Rose
Change-making conversations on housing for people and planet. Enabling more affordable, connected, and regenerative places to live.
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.
Kevenergy
Solar Made Simple is predicated on the responsibilities and rights inherent in us all to take part in the conversation and not just ‘Talk the Talk ‘ but ‘Walk the Walk’.
Tasman Bay Guardians
Join us as we talk to the community about projects, and restoration mahi to help protect and restore the aquatic environments of Te Tauihu. Through conversations with community champions, mana whenua, scientists, educators, volunteers, and environmental leaders, we’ll share inspiring stories of action, collaboration, and hope from across our region.
Her Voice
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.
Lorraine MacIntosh
Audio postcard from Spain by ex Nelsonian Lorraine MacIntosh.
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
Join Maria Baigent for Trinketbox, a fortnightly celebration of music by women across genres, generations and cultures. Each episode is thoughtfully curated around a theme, artist, scene or musical thread — from soul, jazz and funk to punk, electronic, indie and beyond.
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.
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.
Interests
Fresh FM
Get to know the voices behind the mic on Meet the Programme Makers—a series sharing the people, passions, and stories behind Fresh FM’s programmes.
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.
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.
Collingwood Area School Students
Collingwood Area School students host Radio Club, with school news, information and music.
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!
Fresh FM
Voices of Victory is a podcast from Te Puna Wānanga o Te Wairepo – Victory Primary School, celebrating the diverse voices, cultures and stories of our school and wider community. Through interviews, conversations and storytelling, our tamariki, staff, whānau and wider community share experiences that inform, inspire and connect people through the power of voice.
Voices of Victory airs Wednesday afternoons at 3:15pm, with new content every 2 weeks.
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.
Tim King, Fresh FM
Tim Time is an informal chat with TDC (Tasman District Council) Mayor Tim King on local issues and council updates to keep you informed.
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.
Cultural Conversations
Tindall Foundation Stories of Otherness are first hand accounts aimed to educate and help people to speak up.