Community Conversations

Community Conversations

One-off interviews with people in our community

Episodes

June 29, 2025 4 mins
The Nelson Ball Op-Shop is run by a committee of very enthusiastic students from Waimea, Garin, Nayland, Nelson and Nelson College for Girls. With the ball season coming up, the Nelson Ball Op-Shop covers off a few things: affordable ball wear, stopping clothes from going into landfill, and raising money for The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary and Natureland Wildlife Trust, all under the guidance of Enviroschools Aotearoa NZ and with sup...
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We sat down with Sharon from Youth Nelson to hear about how the recent floods impacted their ability to their incredible mahi, take a listen and hear what’s next for them. If you’d like to support them head to their Give-A-Little page: https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/support-youth-nelson-displaced-after-floods?ref=home&ref_code=trending
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Heath Franklin aka Chopper joind Fresh FM's Shannon ahead of his Chopper - the Last Hard Bastard gigs at the Theatre Royal on June 12th 2025
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Ceara sits down with Paul O'Hara Deputy Head of Mission to the Embassy of Ireland in New Zealand. They talk about the recent pop up consular in Nelson as well as the impact the Embassy of Ireland has had in New Zealand since it's formation in 2018.
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Barney Kineferenisi talks to Chrissie about a proposed Riides App for whell chair users, and his Give a Little Page
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Dave from the Founders Book Fair joins us to talk about the huge selection of Vinyl, Tapes, CDs etc available at this years book fair. Ot runs from May 31 until June 08.
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Ceara sits down with Evey McAuliffe to discuss Ceol Aneas, New Zealand's annual Irish Music Festival happening right here in Nelson. For more information head to https://irishmusic.org.nz/ On Air by: Wednesday 28th of May.
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In this episode, Ceara sits down with Ropata Stephens to explore Te Heke Whakangā, the powerful new exhibition at the Motueka District Museum. The exhibition offers a window into the history and experiences of Ngāti Rārua in Motueka, told through the deeply personal lens of Ropata’s own whānau stories. Together, they reflect on whakapapa, place, and the importance of remembering the past to shape the future.
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Shannon catches up with Jasmine, the creative force behind Grandiose Cabaret, ahead of its glittering final show at The Playhouse Café and Theatre this Kings Birthday. After 15 fabulous years, this R18 burlesque and cabaret spectacle is taking its final bow, and it’s set to be a night to remember. Jasmine shares stories from over a decade of sequins, feathers, and empowerment, what makes this show so special, and what audiences can...
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Ready to witness the fiercest, funniest, and most fabulous lip-syncers in town? Shannon chats with event organiser Jasmine ahead of this year’s Lip Sync Battle Nelson, happening at Red Door Theatre on May 24. From drag to power ballads and pop perfection, it’s all about big moves and even bigger personalities. It’s R18, it’s outrageous, and it’s guaranteed to have you cheering from your seat. Grab your tickets, gather your crew, an...
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Pablo Salas joins Ceara to talk about Stoke Music Day-Out, a live music family friendly Mother's Day event happening at Whanake Youth Park 548 Main Rd Stoke this Sunday May 11 11am-2.30pm. There is plenty of live music, food stalls and entry is a Koha.
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Yvonne talkes to Chrissie about her son Michael, who was born deaf and went to school prior to the teaching of NZ Sign Language. New Zealand Sign Language week is May 05-11
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Conversations with people and groups from and impacting Te Tauihu the Top of The South.
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Carol Duffy Childrens Author talks to Chrissie about her book launch on May 6th 2025
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The Snow, a play by Finegan Kruckemeyer, Directed by Lisa Allan Sunday April 27th, 2pm to 3.15pm Wakefield Village Hall, Wakefield, Nelson
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Lynda Hannah from Living Legacies joins Chjrissie to talk about the Living Legacies workshop on April 24th
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Conversations with people and groups from and impacting Te Tauihu the Top of The South.
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Shannon from Fresh FM chats with Steve McLuckie, Community Coordinator at Victory Community Centre, and Luz Zuniga, Co-chairperson of the Board, about the upcoming changes to the Centre’s legal structure. They discuss the importance of community engagement in this transition and how you can be part of the consultation process happening on 6th May. Tune in to hear how these changes aim to strengthen the Centre’s role in the communit...
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Shannon talks to Pablo Salas about the Latin Fiesta at Founders Heritage Park in Nelson on Saturday April 05
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Conversations with people and groups from and impacting Te Tauihu the Top of The South.
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