Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

David Acland was back to share preparing for calving and what he hopes from this year's local body elections  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back to tell us about the chance to get our skates on and a big netball tournament on at EA Networks Stadium this weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spotted on FB this morning thanks to Specsavers Luke was asking "what tall tales did your parents spin you as a kid". Some hilarious responses..!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whittaker's has a new flavour out "Banana Caramel". Luke hit the streets of Ashburton to find out if it's a hit with locals.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon Vare and band Bulletproof Convertible are bringing the Dead Rocker's Ball to Methven next weekend. Luke caught up with Simon to ask what we're in store for. Find more, including tickets, here: https://bulletproof.nz/upcoming-events/methven-dead-rockers-ball See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mum Stacey Broadbent was back for her take on the new Rebel Wilson flick "Bride Hard" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local MP James Meager is back in the country after a recent excursion to Europe. Luke caught up with the Minister to ask about the trip.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Luke's fav shows "Eat Well for Less NZ" was back on the box last night. It got Luke thinking - In the effort to save  what's some things we would NOT be prepared to swap?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major Cezarne Rogers and Sgt Theo Vannini from Ashburton Cadets were in to talk recent success at the South Island interclub champs, and to give us a heads up on their open night next month.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke spotted the Smith & Caughey Christmas collection is up for sale and has seen a business opportunity. The catch, getting all that kit to Ashburton... Cue Reuben Carr from Ashburton Furniture Movers to ask if it's possible  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spotted on Facebook with Specsavers Luke was asking "when did you miss a birth"? Cassie and Sonia had some great stories to share. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nisbo was back to share thoughts on weekend sport See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fairton School and the Baptist Preschool is hosting a fundraiser of Beats by Bingo on Friday night. Luke caught up with Sonia and Cassie to ask about the plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new season of Eat Well for Less NZ is back on the box tonight. Luke caught up with Michael Van de Elzen to ask what we can look forward to... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After almost 140yrs in the same building on the corner of East and Moore Streets, Sparrows is on the move... For now. Luke caught up with Richard Wilson to ask about the exciting plans.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashburton Astronomy Group has our chance to catch a glimpse of the Matariki star cluster tomorrow morning. Luke caught up with Greg Hay for the deets.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kenny Addison from Mid Canterbury Rugby was back to share deets on local fixtures this weekend, including the playoff for the Centennial Mug, and to celebrate local players named for this year's Hammer's squad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nisbo was back to share his weekend sporting picks  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commentator Paul Allison was back to share weekend sport happenings  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Puss n Boots Kitty Rescue is hosting an Adoption Market Day on Saturday. Luke caught up with Salena Hodgeson for the details.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Cole Groves - proud dad of Ebony Groves who was one of the Hinds Hustlers taking on the AgriKids national champs last weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ashburton Model Aero Club is back with their Fly In this weekend. Luke caught club member Alistair to ask how we can come along for a look.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading was back in this morning to tell us about the big Junior Squash Tournament on in Ashburton this weekend  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some news Luke was very excited to share this morning - research shows ladies are loving the Dad Bod! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Milla Leadley and Ruby Fuller from Mt Hutt College, who have created Young Enterprise Scheme business "Just Add Colour" - offering colouring-in books supporting a worthy cause See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.