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Central Hawkes Bay & Tararua Districts #1 Radio Station for local news, events, global content, and the best music from now and then.

Central FM has been the voice of Central Hawke’s Bay and the Tararua District since 1994. As a privately owned, hyper-local station based in Waipukurau, we deliver the best in local content, news, and events—keeping our community informed and entertained.

Broadcasting on 106FM, 105.2FM, and 99.4FM, we reach over 30,000 listeners across Hastings South, the Ruahine Ranges, and the Tararua Coast. You can also stream us live on iHeart Radio and Rova, so you’ll never miss a moment.

Known for our commitment to local issues, Central FM is more than just a radio station—it’s a trusted connection to the community. From delivering critical updates during Cyclone Gabrielle to supporting local businesses through tailored advertising, we’re proud to be part of your daily life.

Join us for local news, interviews, music, and shows like The Country and Cockies Hour. Central FM is your station, your community, your connection.

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Art Deco in Central Hawke's Bay

How great is it to see Central Hawke’s Bay fully embracing the Art Deco spirit and bringing the glamour and excitement of the era right to our own backyard. This year’s festival promises aRead more

Tips, tricks, and lessons with Business After 5

Tips, tricks, and lessons learnt will all be on the table from two of the district’s events gurus at the Central Hawke’s Bay’s Business After 5 networking event this Thursday. The monthly eventRead more

Review: A Christmas A Christmas Carol - But not as you Know it

I was lucky enough to kick off the festive season by watching the final dress rehearsal of “A Christmas Carol but not as you know it” adapted from the story by Charles Dickens. What a treat -Read more

From Ashes to Aisles: Four Square Waipawa reopens stronger than ever

After three and a half challenging years, Four Square Waipawa has been rebuilt and is open for business.  The new store is bigger and better than ever, offering the Central Hawke's Bay town aRead more

Review: Waipawa M&D - When you wish upon a star

Waipawa M & D presents: “When you wish upon a star”  And indeed, the stars were out, for two hours I was mesmerized.  Taken on a magical voyage through the wonderful timelineRead more

Review: Keep up Appearances - Waipukurau Little Theatre

I enjoyed travelling back to the 90’s for this one. Sat cross legged as a child glued to the 21inch TV, eagerly awaiting the next installment. After 30 odd years the comedy was brought to theRead more

Review: Little Shop of Horrors - Waipawa Musical & Dramatic Club

 Our community of many talents, work during the day & come horrifyingly alive at night “Little Shop of Horrors” - Chilling Spine-tingling & Extraordinary. Director: LJ Easter, thank you forRead more

Local News

Another Boil Water Notice has been issued for the Pongaroa water supply. The Tararua District Council issued the notice yesterday after increased turbidity in the water due to heavy rain. TheRead more

Local News

Central Hawke’s Bay rates will rise 20.9% next year. District Councillors met last week to deliberate on Councils’ draft Three Year – Road to Recovery Plan. 285 submissions were received whenRead more

Local News

A vehicle believed to have caused a car-crash in Waipukurau yesterday left the scene of the accident. Emergency services were called just after midday to a two-vehicle crash on Herbert Street nearRead more

Local News

A Boil Water Notice issued for Pongaroa last week due to high turbidity levels caused by heavy rain remains in place. Tararua District Council said in a statement yesterday new cartridge filters hadRead more

Local News

A man was flown to Hawke’s Bay Hospital on Friday following a crash between a motorbike and a ute towing a trailer. The accident happened just after 11am on State Highway 2 on Herbert Street, nearRead more