Music, timely tips and topical interviews with Jeff.
Cervical Screening Awareness - Cervical screening rates are low among Māori and Pasifika communities in Otago/Southland. Dr Miriama Ketu-McKenzie, Pou Haumanu Māori, Clinical Advisor Māori and Dr Letava Tafuna'i, WellSouth Senior Clinical Advisor, Pasifika, discuss strategies to improve health outcomes in this area. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Mads Harrop - Dunedin indie artist Mads Harrop discusses new single Pink Elephant. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Ara Toi Creative Capability Workshops - Sean Norling previews an upcoming free workshop for Dunedin creatives on how to level-up your funding applications. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Grace Petrie - British singer-songwriter Grace Petrie plays Pearl Diver in Dunedin on 12 October. She talks about new album Build Something Better and about life as an activist artist. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Smitha Rajan to visit Dunedin - MāyāDharā International Dance School Director Emilie R.S. and dance student Priyanka are joined by Anna Noonan from Dance Ōtepoti to preview the upcoming visit and public performance by internationally renowned performing artist and teacher Smitha Rajan. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Kiwi Rhymes book reimagined - Janet Horwell's book of Kiwi Rhymes for Modern Times is being translated musically by 16 artists for a bilingual album and a te reo album. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Again Again - Brian McFarland. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Otepoti Dunedin Heritage Festival - Jonathan Cweorth. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Heritage Homes Open Day - Jill Bowie from the Cargill Castle Trust talks about the Heritage Homes Open Day and where you can buy tickets. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Dunedin Budget Advice - Andrew Henderson updates with some more information in to what is happening with Dunedin Budget Advice. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Dunedin Brick Show - Cameron Lindsey chats to Rob about the Dunedin Brick show coming up this weekend at the Edgar centre organised by LUGO (Lego Users Group Otago). This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Dunedin Riding for the Disabled - Grant Shackle explains what they do and how you can support them. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
International Day of the Older Person - Karen Billings-Jensen Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive talks about care and support with Dignetity are key for older people. Help them fulfil the promises of the Universal Declaration of Human rights for older Persons. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Tahu Mackenzie - Tahu gives us a rundown of what's happening at the Orokonui Ecosanctuary. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Well and Being Podcast - Lee Tan and Sonya O'Neill host a new radio show and podcast on OAR FM, presenting lively conversations on how to be at your best, even amidst life's challenges. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Kari Morseth's Rope Walk - Dunedin artist Kari Morseth invites the public to have a go at hand-twining and contribute to the making of a 300 meter rope, made from harakeke. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Dunedin Fringe Festival 2025 - co-directors Ruth Harvey and Kate Schrader walk us through the registrations process for the 25th Dunedin Fringe, and announce a Boosted campaign to support the Fringe. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Paemanu, Awa Toi - Ngai Tahu contemporary visual arts group Paemanu is readying for the eleventh Asia Pacific Triennial, presenting its exhibition Paemanu: Awa Toi. Trust co-chair Mya Morrison-Middleton tells us more. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
The Nairobi Trio - John Quigley, guitarist and vocalist with the Nairobi Trio, previews their upcoming show at the Regent Theatre's Clarkson Studio. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Uniformed Services Expo - Deb Sutton from MSD previews this weekend's Uniformed Services Expo, to be held at Forrester Park. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Neive Strang - Dunedin musician Neive Strang has a new single out, and a new album in the pipeline. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
South Dunedin Community Network - Kirsten Gibson updates us on the latest from South Dunedin Community Network, including a preview of next week's community hui. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Peace is Her Song - biography of Shirley Erena Murray - Hymnist Shirley Murray wrote more than 400 hymns during a career spanning four decades. Not only is she considered New Zealand's greatest hymn poet, her international reputation is equally significant, with her hymns appearing in more than 140 collections across denominations, countries and continents. Journalist Anne Manchester previews the local launching of her new book on the life and music of Shirley Murray, Peace is Her Song. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Birds of a Feather production Prima Facie - Lara Macgregor has a new production company, Birds of a Feather. The company's first production is award-winning play Prima Facie by Suzie Miller. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
South Link Productions - Nick Roughan is an audio engineer with over four decades of experience in the New Zealand music industry. He is the studio manager at South Link Productions recording studios, and is passionate about helping people realise their ambitions and dreams regarding recording and producing music, soundtracks, sound experiments, theatre effects and anything else you can imagine. He is offering free recording and production time for all sorts of projects. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
NZ Police Ethnic Communities Recruitment - NZ Police Ethnic Liaison Officer Garth Sheehan previews an upcoming seminar aimed at recruiting police from within local ethnic communities. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Shakespeare Globe Centre NZ National Schools Production - Dawn Sanders previews the upcoming Shakespeare Globe Centre NZ National Schools Production, which will see 48 rangatahi from around Aotearoa New Zealand spend an intensive week in Dunedin attending workshops, tours, rehearsals and performances. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Chinese Language Week and Moon Festival at Lan Yuan - Rachel Cooper looks ahead to Chinese Language Week and Moon Festival events at Lan Yuan Dunedin Chinese Garden. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Bayfield Fiesta in the Park Extravaganza - Kayt and Kaitlin preview this weekend's Bayfield Extravaganza which will see Bayfield High School students and local businesses combine in a day of market stalls, food and entertainment. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Fuel Your Stoke Show - Jack Jenson launched Spark That Chat to break down communication barriers and promote good mental health. He previews the upcoming Fuel Your Stoke event taking place at Errick's in Dunedin. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
REthinking Waste - From Recycling to Resources in Otepoti - Leisa de Klerk is part of a team hosting a new podcast on OAR FM, featuring local minimisation legends and helpful hacks on reducing, reusing, repurposing, repairing, reclaiming and recycling. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Circular Fest - Com2Tech managing director and founder Amy Souquet previews the weekend's Circular Fest, which will highlight the work being done to utilise E-waste and repurpose digital devices. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Hou Rongo Moriori Exhibition - Gianna Savoie outlines events around Tūhura Otago Museum exhibition Hou Rongo - Moriori, Music and Manawa. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Documenting our Heritage Photography Competition - Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga is partnering with Dunedin Public Libraries in a competition to collect photos of Ōtepoti Dunedin's most important heritage places. Sarah Gallagher from Heritage NZ tells us more. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Life After Stroke - Judith Hyslop from Stroke Otago previews an upcoming wānanga on Life After Stroke, which will include presentations on secondary stroke prevention, fatigue and rehabilitation. Stroke survivors will also share their lived experience. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Southern Cross All Breeds Cat Shows - Show secretary Zena Pigden previews this Sunday's Southern Cross All Breeds Cat Show, to be held at Taieri Bowling Club. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Age Concern Otago - Otago Chief Executive Penelope Pask providers an overview of services and reflects on some of the key issues facing older people in our community. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Pecha Kucha event - Peter Porteous previews an upcoming Pecha Kucha event as part of Aotearoa Festival of Architecture. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Across The Great Divide - Three-piece folk band Across The Great Divide are touring Aotearoa New Zealand, playing community halls and smaller venues. Karen Jones talks about their music and the special nature of Arts On Tour. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Move for MS - Katie Burns from MS Otago previews the Move for MS event to take place at Wingatui Racecourse on 6 October, raising funds for the organisation's work in the region. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Southern Aria 2024 - Dunedin Performing Arts Competitions Society president Judy Bellingham previews this weekend's Southern Aria 2024, to be held at the Regent Theatre. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Music Therapy Celebrates 50 Years - Music therapist Dennis Kahui and student therapist Anna reflect on the nature and value of their work, as the country prepares to celebrate 50 years of music therapy in Aotearoa New Zealand. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Bothered and Bewildered at Globe Theatre - Lorraine Johnston is directing comedic drama Bothered and Bewildered, by Gail Young, at Dunedin's Globe Theatre. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Emergency Management Otago's new website - EMO's Erica Andrews outlines the enhancement's to the organisation's website, which has integrated resources around hazard awareness and emergency preparedness. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Caroline Plummer Dance Fellow - Caroline Plummer Dance Fellow Marcela Giesche discusses her work and previews the weekend's public performances of selfportrait24 at the New Athenaeum Theatre. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Rewilding in Action - Maureen Howard launches a new programme and podcast on OAR FM, discovering the movement to increase biodiversity through nature-led regeneration. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Izzy Fyfe and youbeepastablaster - Noise artist Izzy Fyfe is participating in Amped Music Project for the third time. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Margaret McHugh - Margaret's book The Real McHugh collates 700 recipes along with stories from a colourful life. Starting out as the daughter of a dairy farmer in Winton, Margaret then travelled the world throughout the 1970s before returning to New Zealand, where she became a firebrand councillor with Queenstown Lakes District Council. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Tune Into Nature with Karthic SS - Karthic SS is returning to OAR with a third season of his award-nominated podcast series Tune Into Nature. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Grace Gemmell - Dunedin singer-songwriter Grace Gemmell, who won the nationwide Play It Strange Secondary School songwriting competition in 2023, is participating in the Amped Music Project for the third time. She performs live to air and talks about her experience. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz
Tahu Mackenzie - Tahu updates us on the latest Spring happenings at Orokonui Ecosanctuary. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz