AWA FM

Awa FM – Your Voice of Whanganui, New Zealand Awa FM is a dedicated community radio station broadcasting from Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand. Established in 1991, Awa FM's core mission is to promote the Whanganui dialect of Te Reo Māori (the Māori language) across the Whanganui region, from the Central Plateau to the coast. Originally conceived as a community-driven initiative, the station began with humble beginnings in 1990, training announcers and utilizing equipment amassed by Joe Reo in his garage. Officially launched on June 17th, 1991, Awa FM remains committed to preserving and celebrating the unique mita (dialect) of the Whanganui iwi. With a rich history of collaboration, including a valuable link with Nga Iwi FM, Awa FM continues to serve as the voice of Whanganui, broadcasting throughout its traditional tribal boundaries.