Breakfast Southland with Chitty

South Otago dairy farmer Mat Korteweg is back for his weekly catch-up from the farm gate. This week we chat about calving as the finish line comes into view, debrief the weekend's sporting action, and hear what Mat took away from a recent kids and social media workshop featuring Rob Cope. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liv Weatherburn returns with another practical life hack that's equal parts clever and country. This week she's sharing a handy tip for lamb feeders that's sure to be appreciated by anyone raising a pet lamb or helping out during the busy spring season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Te Anau Ukulele Festival is back from October 1 to 4, bringing four days of music, workshops, concerts and community to Fiordland. Founder Jackie Knowles joins us to chat about how a love of the ukulele grew into a major event, why people keep coming back year after year, and what first-timers can expect, from café strums and open mics to the famous Heli-Strum high above Te Anau. See om...

Sisters Baileigh and Charlie join us in the Little Locker Room. Charlie shares what she might like to do when she grows up, then Baileigh steps into the political arena, launching the Alpha Party ahead of the upcoming election. From free giveaways to quirky new laws, she reveals the policies she'd introduce if she were Prime Minister and makes her pitch for New Zealand's vote. See omnystudio.com/l...

Māruawai College Senior Boys Basketball captain Riley Wilson, vice-captain Brodie Johnson and Hosea Pasco join us after an outstanding run to the South Island A Premiership final . We look back on a memorable tournament campaign, discuss the road to Nationals , hear about upcoming fundraising efforts , and find out how the team is preparing for its next big challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

AJ Aitken joins us for his regular weekly catch-up from West Otago , covering everything from chilly spring farming conditions and activity in the sale yards to the latest on the local rugby scene as finals approach. We also chat community life beyond the farm gate, including a trip to his children's school production  "Sir David Hat & Scarf".  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Andrew Tripp joins us to chat about this year's Whiskey Creek Challenge at Dolamore Park. Whether you're keen on a 3-hour stroll or testing yourself for a full 24 hours, there's something for everyone, with proceeds supporting local environmental projects and Gore Kids Hub. From solo runners and team entries to kids' events a we cover everything you need to know about the event that's equal parts...

Q and Hewi are back in The Locker Room tackling some of the biggest talking points around Southland. From thousands of workers expected for major projects and the challenge of where they'll all stay, to concerns about gravel and vegetation build-up in local rivers, there's plenty to unpack, along with a few classic tangents along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie Nelson joins us from Samoa with an on-the-ground update as her son Daniel and the New Zealand side chase FIFA U-20 World Cup qualification at the OFC U-19 Men's Championship. We chat tournament atmosphere, how the Kiwis are tracking, and what the next few matches could mean for their World Cup hopes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liv Weatherburn is back with another simple but surprisingly clever household tip. This time all it takes is bread, sugar, and a trick that sounds like something your grandma's been quietly doing for years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With calving nearly in the rear-view mirror and a few promising patches of sunshine finally showing themselves, we catch up with South Otago farmer Mat Korteweg for a look at what's been happening on and off the farm between Stirling and Kaitangata. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Felicity, Baileigh, Charlie and Indie take us on a whirlwind trip around the world in this week's Little Locker Room. From dream destinations and bucket-list landmarks to famous foods, cool flags and animals they'd swap in for the kiwi, the team share their international picks and some fun facts along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At just 21 years old, Wyndham local Jack Ridder has turned a supermarket job and a lot of late nights into KiwiBudget, a new app designed to help Kiwis take control of their money. Jack joins us to explain how the app works, the surprising price differences he's uncovered between supermarkets & the common budgeting mistakes people make. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie Nelson joins us from Samoa with an on-the-ground update from the OFC U-19 Men's Championship, where her son Daniel is representing New Zealand. We chat about the tournament atmosphere, the influence of gambling and professional pathways on modern football, and why the future of the sport is looking brighter than ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eleven-year-old Wyndham local Daria Brizzell joins us after raising almost $2,000 for Blind Low Vision NZ through a series of fundraisers including readathons, raffles, mufti days, sausage sizzles and more. We chat about what inspires her to help others, why the cause means so much to her, and how she's proving you're never too young to make a difference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

West Otago stock agent and Southland Country rugby coach AJ Aitken checks in for his weekly catch-up, covering the latest from the stock market, farming, and footy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We get Q & Damos thoughts on whitebait being sold as the new season gets underway, the new league competition coming to town, the age-old league versus union debate, and where they reckon things are sitting with the All Blacks right now.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Y Southland is marking an incredible 150 years of serving the community, and they're celebrating the people behind the stories. CEO Steve Broad joins us to talk about the 150 Faces campaign, the impact The Y has had on generations of Southlanders, and how locals can help recognise those who've made a difference along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Invercargill weightlifter Karen Ladbrook is packing her bags for Greece after qualifying for the New Zealand team for the World Masters and Adaptive Weightlifting Championships. We chat about the road back, the work it took to qualify, and what it will mean to wear the silver fern on the world stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liv Weatherburn is back with another handy tip, this time sharing an old-school trick that would make your grandma proud. With rats causing headaches by chewing wiring and making themselves at home in vehicles, Liv reveals a simple hack that's practical, clever, and surprisingly easy to try yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mat Korteweg checks in from South Otago for our weekly yarn. We talk calving, the wet weather that's been making life interesting on farm, and what the next few weeks look like as the busy spring period rolls on. As always, Mat brings a practical outlook and a positive attitude, even when the conditions aren't playing ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What makes good manners, and are some rules a bit old-fashioned now? Felicity and Bailey shared their thoughts, while Charlie unleashed a brand-new superhero whose powers probably wouldn't impress the Avengers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Otago stock agent and rugby coach AJ Aitken joins us for his weekly catch-up, covering what's happening on the farm, what's making news in the rural sector, and plenty of rugby chat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of opening night, cast member Jude Terry joins us from St James Theatre to chat about stepping into the role of the wonderfully wicked Badjelly the Witch. We find out what audiences can expect from the much-loved family favourite and why it's set to be a magical few nights on stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A century of rugby, community and country characters. Cala Paenga joins us to talk about  The Last Club Standing: The History of the Tokanui Rugby Club 1923-2023 , a new book celebrating 100 years of one of Southland's most iconic rural rugby clubs and the people who helped make it what it is today.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.