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We're on the move!

Friday 16/07/2021

Planet FM has found its forever home and are now fundraising to make the move and settle in... forever! Find out more, including how you can support us

Kiribati Language Week

Sunday 11/07/2021

Mauri! Wikin te taetae ni Kiribati / Kiribati Language Week is July 11- 17 this year, celebrating the language and culture of Kiribati

Matariki whetu ki te Rangi

Friday 18/06/2021

As the tiny eyes of Matariki rise on the North East horizon just before dawn, Māori New Year celebrations begin. Welcome to Matariki 2021

Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa

Sunday 30/05/2021

May 30 - June 5 is Samoan Language Week. Here are a few tips for beginners who want to get tautalatala with their Samoan speaking friends and aiga…

40 years of access!

Friday 21/05/2021

Did you know Planet FM is one of 12 community access radio stations in Aotearoa? And our sector is celebrating 40 years of community broadcasting!

Let’s speak up and stand up to bullying

Friday 21/05/2021

Pink Shirt Day is this Friday. It's about making a community where all people feel safe, valued and respected, regardless of age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, or cultural background.

Rotuman Language Week / Gasav Ne Fäeag Rotuạm Ta

Sunday 09/05/2021

Noa'ia 'e mạuri! May 9 – 15 IS Rotuman Language Week and there are events, resources and learning opportunities to be discovered…

Ramadan kareem!

Wednesday 14/04/2021

Planet FM wishes warm greetings to our Muslim friends and whānau as we enter the month of Ramadan

Pasifika Fest

Saturday 10/04/2021

Cancelled two years in a row and postponed again this year, Pasifika Festival is finally set for April 10-11. Save the date!

Seaweek

Saturday 06/03/2021

Seaweek is March 6-14 this year

Keep in touch!

Sunday 28/02/2021

The studios are a lot quieter than usual at Alert Level 3, but we're still doing our best to keep you informed, updated and entertained in your language

Chinese New Year

Friday 12/02/2021

We wish warm and happy greetings to you all as we celebrate the new lunar year and welcome the Year of the Ox!

Waitangi Day

Friday 05/02/2021

Whether Waitangi Day is a source of pride, shame, reflection or confusion; let’s make it a day of meaningful discussion

Season's Greetings

Monday 21/12/2020

All of us at Planet FM wish you a safe and relaxing summer. Take it easy, look after each other, and please wash your hands!

Be water ready

Sunday 06/12/2020

With summer fast approaching, many of us are ready to hit the pool and the beach. Let’s make sure you and your loved ones avoid the Swim Reaper…

Africa On Film

Thursday 26/11/2020

A cinematic celebration, the African Film Festival begins November 26. Discover stories of politics, love, artists, music, comedy and more.

Vāiaho o te Gagana Tokelau

Sunday 25/10/2020

Mālō ni! Tokelauan Language Week is 25-31 October this year. Learn more about the culture and language of Tokelau…

Faahi Tapu he Vagahau Niue

Sunday 18/10/2020

Ko e tau fakafiafiaaga he Vagahau Niue mo e tau Aga Fakamotu! Join us in celebrating Niue Language Week, October 18 -24

Vote 2020

Sunday 11/10/2020

Election day is October 17 but advance voting is open. Make sure you are enrolled, informed and that you have your say!

Macawa ni vosa vakaviti

Sunday 04/10/2020

Macawa ni vosa vakaviti / Fijian language week is Sunday 4 October - Saturday 10 October this year. Tovolea mada!

Smear your mea

Monday 21/09/2020

The cervical cancer stats in Aotearoa are devastating. Remind all the women you love that screening is the best way to keep your teke meke!

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori

Monday 14/09/2020

September 14-20 is Wiki o te Reo Māori, Māori Language Week. Kaua e Whakamā - Kia Kaha! Don’t Be Shy - Give it a Try!

Tongan Language Week

Sunday 06/09/2020

Mālō e lelei! Tongan Language Week / Uike Kātoanga’i ‘o e Lea Faka-Tonga is on from September 6-12 this year. ‘Oku ke lea fakatonga?

Here we go again...

Tuesday 11/08/2020

We've done it before and we'll do it again. Auckland, we're in Level 3 and we can get through this together!

Preventative measures

Monday 10/08/2020

100 days free from community transmission of COVID-19 is great news. Let's keep it that way!

Cook Islands Language Week

Sunday 02/08/2020

The 2020 theme for Cook Islands Language Week is Kia pūāvai tō tātou Reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani i Aotearoa: That the Cook Islands Māori language may blossom throughout New Zealand.

Plastic Free July

Wednesday 01/07/2020

Whether you’re driven by the impending doom of climate change or the plight of our marine wildlife, we need to tackle our addiction to plastic…

People Power

Thursday 11/06/2020

If our team of five million can eliminate Covid, what else can we get done together?

Getting through together

Monday 23/03/2020

There are services providing support and advice throughout lockdown as well as information in a range of languages…

International Women's Day

Saturday 29/02/2020

Calling for a more gender-balanced world is not about exclusion. It’s about sharing platforms, sharing opportunities and sharing power.

Fun and free

Wednesday 08/01/2020

Throughout summer you can enjoy free movie screenings in parks across the city. Find out which Movies in Parks event is on near you...

Diwali - Festival of Lights

Sunday 20/10/2019

A celebration of light over darkness, Diwali is celebrated here and everywhere, and Planet FM wishes everyone very happy festivities.

Vaiaso o te gana Tuvalu

Sunday 29/09/2019

Fākatalofa atu! Celebrate the language and culture of Tuvalu with us. Tuvalu Language Week is Sunday 27 September – Saturday 3 October.

Vote 2019

Wednesday 25/09/2019

If you are eligible to vote in the local elections, you should have received your voting papers. Make sure you have a say in the running of your city.

Reduce your use

Sunday 11/08/2019

Among everything else going on, Auckland is LOW on water, and we all need to do our bit to help...

Kim Hak: Alive

Saturday 01/06/2019

From June 2 Objectspace is home to a photographic exhibition that beautifully documents Cambodia’s painful past

Youth Week 2019

Saturday 18/05/2019

May 18-26 is Youth Week and the theme for 2019 is We are more than you see; He wai hōhonu a mātou. Find out what’s happening in Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond…

NZ Music Month

Tuesday 30/04/2019

May is New Zealand music month and the theme is “Discover Live”. There are gigs happening across the country throughout May, so get out there and find out who’s making great noise!

No but, where are you really from?

Thursday 18/04/2019

This Thursday at Basement Theatre you can hear four women share their stories, all centred around "that" question and how it feels to be asked.

Kei hea ō kamuputu?

Friday 05/04/2019

The journey to mental wellness can’t be made alone! Telling someone to reach out for help is fine, but reaching out to offer help is just as important.

Positive action

Saturday 23/03/2019

Are we willing to turn the compassion we’ve seen in the last week into meaningful change? Are we willing to have difficult conversations about who we are?

In love and solidarity

Friday 15/03/2019

Our hearts and minds are with those most affected by the horrific events in Christchurch that claimed innocent lives

Measles: What you need to know

Monday 11/03/2019

Vaccination is important to help prevent further spread of the measles infection. Are you and your family up to date?

Language matters

Friday 15/02/2019

The value of language preservation is often underestimated, but it shouldn’t be. February 21 marks International Mother Language Day.

Interfaith Week

Sunday 27/01/2019

The first week of February marks International Interfaith Week. Whether you’re full-faith, no-faith, or somewhere in-between, a little understanding can go a long way

Summer in the city

Thursday 17/01/2019

This summer after you slip, slop and slap, why not slink along to some of the free movie and music events happening all over Tāmaki Makaurau?

Access Equity

Monday 03/12/2018

You don’t have to be directly affected by disability to support the inclusion and empowerment of people with disabilities.

Walking Waitākere

Friday 23/11/2018

Want to enjoy the wonderful Waitākere Ranges without contributing to the spread of kauri dieback? Good! There are plenty of great spots in the wild west…

Antibiotics Awareness

Sunday 18/11/2018

Our time with antibiotics is running out. The WHO has an urgent request: Think Twice and Seek Advice. Misuse of antibiotics puts us all at risk.

Meeting needs with Love

Saturday 22/09/2018

Jackie Clark of grassroots organisation The Aunties won this year’s NZ Women of Influence Supreme Award. Here’s why…

Conservation Week

Monday 17/09/2018

Sept 15-23 is Conservation Week. Find out how you can get involved and help to take care of our unique natural treasures.

Forest and Bird

Wednesday 22/08/2018

Since 1923 Forest & Bird has played a crucial role in preserving New Zealand’s environment and native species. Find out about the work they do and how you can support them.

Auckland Plan 2050

Thursday 02/08/2018

Tackling the challenges of the future requires vision and planning. The Auckland Plan 2050 outlines the direction for this city and where we see ourselves in 30 years time.

Can you lend an arm?

Thursday 12/07/2018

Currently only 4% of kiwis roll up our sleeves and donate, yet approximately 3,000 donations are required each week to meet hospital needs.

Three Days for the Planet

Monday 04/06/2018

Arbor Day, World Environment Day, World Oceans Day – three days to help heal our home – Planet Earth. See tips on mutual support for all that sustains us.

Sea Change for Hauraki

Thursday 26/04/2018

Its bountiful waters nourished generations of people before us. It provided food, leisure and livelihood. Now, it is overfished and often unswimmable. Join the move to save the Hauraki Gulf.

Let's ditch disposable

Thursday 19/04/2018

There are 6.3 billion tonnes of plastic waste on Earth. The theme for Earth Day 2018 is “End Plastic Pollution” and looks at solutions, including saying no to single-use plastics.

Respect and Protect

Friday 13/04/2018

It is sad to have to avoid some of our beautiful walkways for a while… but not as sad as losing our kauri population. Forested areas and tracks in Waitākere will close from May 1.

Bee a good neighbour

Wednesday 04/04/2018

From “pollination paths” to community gardens, work is underway to ensure our precious bee population can survive and thrive. Help make Auckland a bee’s most liveable city!

The Many Meanings of Easter

Tuesday 27/03/2018

The Many Meanings of Easter are represented in our now commonplace eggs and rabbits. But why did these become the symbols of what we often think is a Christian festival?

Indigenous Peoples Rights

Thursday 10/08/2017

In Greenland and Colombia, Canada and Aotearoa, Australia and Indonesia – across the planet the original inhabitants of nations are struggling to retain their lands, their languages and lifestyles

Stories Beyond Refuge

Thursday 02/02/2017

One of the most compelling sculptures at the 2017 Sculpture on the Gulf Exhibition on Waiheke Island was a work by Tiffany Singh, developed in partnership with the Auckland Resettled Community Coalition.