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Ann Atkinson hosts this programme which involves informing listeners about places to visit and what they offer, including outdoor areas, museums, theatres and others! Another aspect is information about hobbies and interests with background and/or history, how to contact someone who can supply extra information or where and when members meet. The third aspect of the programme is information about different opportunities to volunteer and what they involve. Some programmes may include all three aspects. In addition, there is a regular updating of PNCC plans and actions.

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Episode 475 - Diwali Mela

2026/11/02

Learn what the true meaning of the words Diwali and Mela are to some of the Indian culture. Here's an invitation to join them in celebrating this important part of their lives. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 474 - Royal Engineers and Remembrance day.

2026/10/26

Do you know who the WW1 Royal Engineers Corps were, what they did and why we should be thankful for their service? Joe Hollander lets us know about the activities you can participate in over several days including the 110 year anniversary - Remembrance Day. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 473 - Palmerston North City council roading, water and headstart

2026/10/19

More updates from mayor Smith, this time about Roading and Rail Hub progress. Two other major topics discussed are Central District's water and the government Head Start programmes. These provide interesting forwards and backwards ideas. Listen to be informed. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 472 - Palmerston North City council matters

2026/10/12

PNth mayor updates us on footpath matters, cycleways, Manawatu river and recycling of soft plastics and food scraps along with efforts to maintain a clean city. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 471 - Celebrating our stories - Displaced persons

2026/10/05

Do you know what a displaced person is? Are you a descendant from those WW2 displaced descendants who came to New Zealand? Do you know the purpose? This programme is enlightening about the history of those WW2 folks and an opportunity to meet and celebrate with their descendants. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 470 - Childhood illnesses, Diseases and vaccinations

2026/09/28

Should you have your child vaccinated? Why? When? What against? Answers to these and perhaps other questions you might have can be found when you listen to Vicki Rowden and Madeleine Nitschke explain their importance. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 469 - CCS Disabilities Action

2026/09/22

Do you or someone you know need support and information about a disability? Sharleen is someone who can help. By listening you can get information about what forms of assistance are available and how you can access them. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 468 - Stroke and Stroke Club

2026/09/15

Think FAST everyone and you'll be on your way to recognising what a stroke can look like. Listen to Toni and Chris with their experiences to learn more about what is involved and what you can do to possibly avoid having one. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 467 - Sustainable Living Workshops

2026/09/05

Making life easier for many aspects of your life is the purpose of the Sustainable Living Workshops series. Listen, then book your place to discover the secrets which Di will enlighten you about. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 466 - Manawatū Moneywise

2026/09/01

Are you finding it hard financially to make ends meet? Listening to Jeanette will give you an idea how and where help is at hand but you must do the work and it won't be easy. I know it will be worth it. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 465 - Dance Exercise

2026/08/25

Dancing is a great form of exercise. Tania Kopytko tells us about chair classes for arthritis sufferers and less able people. She also has faster paced classes for those able to climb stairs. Not only these but we hear about possible opportunities to use dance in performances. Listen to hear all varieties - something for everyone. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 464 - Line dancing

2026/08/18

Want to have fun while exercising? Line dancing is an easy, enjoyable way to maintain fitness which of course is part of being healthy and well. Chrissy (in Feilding) tells us how and when. Palmerston North also has classes so listen up and get dancing. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 463 - Long Covid with Renee Dingwall

2026/08/10

Long Covid? Definitely an illness as Renee Dingwall can attest to. She relates how her life went from busy Palmerston North councillor to being someone dependent on others in almost all aspects of her life - truly a story of bravery and resilience well worth hearing. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 462 - EDANZ eating disorders of New Zealand

2026/08/04

How's your diet? Do you eat whatever without a worry? Spare a thought for those with eating disorders. Andrea Bonetto enlightens us about these often-maligned illnesses including management. I certainly learned a lot from this programme. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Episode 461 - Cancer Society

2026/07/28

Chris tells us about the Cancer Society workings, the many types of cancer, how/where to get support or to volunteer as there are many roles available including fundraising, currently in particular for Daffodil Day. An interview looking at an interesting person, group, or service in the Manawatū, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.