Ayubowan Canterbury

20/12/2025

Look for us ;-)
Thank you Plains Media Whānau and Seven Sharp

Plains Media (Formally Known as Plains FM), the long-running community broadcaster based in Christchurch, New Zealand, was featured on TVNZ’s Seven Sharp. Th...

30/10/2025

It’s not about surviving

Sharon Gardner is sharing her insight, compassion, and wisdom with us today covering important themes — from the unique challenges immigrant families face when building a new life, to the ways culture, parenting, and community all shape our mental well-being. What really stands out is the reminder that mental health isn’t just about surviving — it’s about finding balance, belonging, and the courage to ask for help when we need it.To everyone listening, we hope this conversation sparks more open and honest talks in your homes, schools, and communities. Let’s keep normalising mental health, breaking the silence, and supporting one another with empathy and understanding.

📧 Get in touch with Sharon: [email protected]

Listen 📻 https://plains.org.nz/episode/ae17c008-bb98-4db1-a2ef-d1f482ee1351

🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ayubowan-canterbury-it-isnt-just-about-surviving-its/id1685095969?i=1000733279186

15/10/2025

🎧 Ayubowan Canterbury invites you to a special episode: සංගීතය සහා AI තාක්ෂණය — Music & the Future of AI Technology.
In this full radio interview we explore how AI is changing music creation, performance, and the way communities connect through sound. Whether you’re an artist, tech-lover, or simply curious — this conversation has something for you. ▶️ Watch:

මේ සාකච්ඡාව පසුගිය වෙසක් මාසයේ දී, plain fm media unit එකේදි පටිගත වෙච්ච interview එකක්. ඒ මාසෙම Radio එකේ විකාශනය උනා ට, ජිවිතේ යෙදෙන අනෙ...

08/10/2025

Writing Migration, Identity, and Modern Aotearoa:A Conversation with Brannavan Gnanalingam

In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed novelist and lawyer Brannavan Gnanalingam to explore the intersections of literature, identity, and society in Aotearoa New Zealand. From his experiences growing up in an immigrant family to his career in law and his rise as a renowned author. We will talk about his writing journey, the themes that inspire his work.

📻https://plains.org.nz/episode/6d504c36-a41c-45fa-afd9-19c3e57e6583

🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ayubowan-canterbury-writing-migration-identity-and/id1685095969?i=1000728531770

02/10/2025

02/10/2025

Congratulations Priya! Love from Ayubowan Canterbury

If you’ve popped into the station recently, you might have noticed a friendly new face! Meet Priya, our new Community Engagement Coordinator. She’s here to support new broadcasters as they get started and help our current broadcasters refine their craft.

Next time you’re in, make sure to say hi 👋

Here are a few words from Priya: “Back in Malaysia, when I was six, I would sit in front of an old black radio, talking back as if I were live on air, and that’s where it all began. Two decades later, that childhood spark has become a reality in media. From broadcasting my Tamil-language show (Kalabaam) on Plains to starting out as their community engagement coordinator! I’m proud to call Plains Media home and deeply grateful for every opportunity along the way."

17/09/2025

Radio Interview with Plains FM Radio Co

09/09/2025

28/08/2025

We are excited to bring you along for this next chapter. 🇱🇰🇳🇿📻

22/08/2025

𝐀𝐲𝐮𝐛𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫 o𝐟 𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐙𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐫. 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡!🇱🇰🤝🇳🇿

It was an evening of warm conversations, cultural exchange, and shared visions for a stronger Sri Lankan community in Aotearoa.

𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭’𝐬 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝟖𝐩𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝟗𝟔.𝟗 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚, 𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰! 🎙️
👉 https://plains.org.nz/programme/AyubowanCanterbury

A heartfelt thank you to the High Commissioner for his time, insights, and support, and to our fantastic Plains Media team for making the evening so memorable🙏🏽❤️!

Let’s keep building bridges, empowering our people, and celebrating our heritage. ✨

15/08/2025

Awaiting to see all the beautiful ladies ❤️💃