Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Drum and bass legends Shapeshifter are hitting the road this winter to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their iconic album  Soulstice . The 8-date Tour takes in some main centres Invercargill, Dunedin, Christchurch, New Plymouth. But also... June 20 – Methven – Memorial Hall! Luke caught up with lead singer P.Digsss to celebrate the news. Pre-sale tickets WED from 10AM for Waitom...

Subway Cup Rippa Rugby Finals Day is on today at Ashburton Showgrounds. Luke caught up with Kirsty Arps to ask about the excitement.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government has announced a fuel relief package set to help low-to-middle income families from next month. There is currently nothing being extended to our rural and transport sectors. Luke caught up with Philip Wareing Limited CE Mark Wareing to ask about the impact on their business.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Luke's daughter Alice's 4th birthday! She was in for quite the surprise  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Liz was in to talk event trains, V in Methven, and the main topic of the proposed 8.71% rates rise  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yr13 student Max Duncan has been tasked this term with looking into Kiwiana origins. Luke was very interested in his discovery of a certain type of energy drink that started in Methven...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Maadi Cup regatta is underway on Lake Ruataniwha near Twizel. Luke caught up with coach Justin Wall to ask about the Ashburton College contingent going to do battle.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aimee Cosgrove from the Cancer Society was back in to reflect on the Relay for Life, and to share the incredible amount we have managed to raise!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Markham was back to chat weekend sport and to share the new addition to the family!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hokonui is proud to support the Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Dr Laura Pfeifer talks cancer - from its definition, to the importance of early detection. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand cancer and take control of their health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Pine was in for Matt Markham to tackle weekend sport  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke catches up with Sally Reid ahead of the big Relay for Life at Ashburton Showgrounds on Sat  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul sets up another big weekend of sport for us  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Casey Rose from the Ashburton Event Centre dialled in to tell us about comedy magician Jared Fell who is coming to town in June.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was on to tackle Relay for Life, Rippa Rugby and everything in between  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shirley was back for a natter on gas prices  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farm chat this week was with Hinds dairy farmer Cole Groves. Luke was keen for his take on Miles Hurrell and what to do about the price of diesel  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hokonui is proud to support the Relay for Life this Saturday. So too is Fit 4 Life Gym. Pip and Colleen dropped by to help us shape up for the big day  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Man Joe Danielson was in to tell us about the big screen adaption of the Colleen Hoover novel "Reminders of Him" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Layla and Isobel were in for our Ashburton College update - Supporting the Relay for Life, AshDance, auditioning for the big 2026 production and more!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16yr old Sophie Braas has been selected for a NZ under-17 girls basketball team to play a tournament in Las Vegas come July! Luke asks about this incredible opportunity, and a fundraising quiz night being held at Tinwald Rugby and Sport Club this SAT. Tickets available via Humanitix -  Quiz Fundraiser- Help Sophie take the court in USA Las Vegas See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

The  110th Methven A&P Show  is back this  Saturday 21 March , promising a classic country show experience and a fantastic  family day out,  with something for everyone. This year’s theme,  “Celebrating Our Immigrant Workforce,”  recognises the people who help shape and sustain our rural communities. Gates open 7:30am. Adults $20, kids...

It's St Paddy's Day! Luke caught up with local Irishman Gary Manning to share in the significance of the day, and to learn the one thing he needs to STOP doing!!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Relay for Life is on this Saturday. Paul Hands has been tasked with cutting the ribbon to open the event. He sat down with Luke to share his story of survival.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The  110th Methven A&P Show  is back this  Saturday 21 March , promising a classic country show experience and a fantastic  family day out,  with something for everyone. This year’s theme,  “Celebrating Our Immigrant Workforce,”  recognises the people who help shape and sustain our rural communities. Gates open 7:30am. Adults $20, kids...