Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Maxine Whiting from House of Travel Ashburton was in to celebrate the new direct flights from CHCH to Perth, Singapore and Tokyo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friends of Methven Primary School is hosting a fundraiser of “The Bitches Box - Episode 4” on SAT 23 MAY at Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Methven. From 5:30pm. First time EVER in Methven. Luke caught star Emma to find out more. Book your tickets here .   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Nick from the aptly named Fuel Rescue to find out how they help when we put the wrong type of gas in the car...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Joe Brown from Guyas Motors to find out what happens when we put the wrong type of fuel in our car See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Rob Withers from Staveley Hall Committee to confirm if the rumours are true... Is the Ice Rink really opening next weekend?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Gardening Guru April Breading to learn a bit more about feijoas, which we seem inundated with at the moment!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mayor Liz McMillian was in with an update on local government changes  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Dietitian Cushla Holdaway to ask if Feijoas are good for us? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geoff and Brayden are two of our local firefighters off to scale Auckland's Sky Tower this Saturday. Luke caught up with them to preview the challenge ahead.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angela Mitchell has been given a promotion as Ashburton College's new Associate Principal. Luke caught up with Ange to ask about the new role, and how she's feeling ahead of some big changes to the education system.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emma from Neumanns was in to share how we can take advantage of free winter tyre checks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tinwald Scout Group is hosting open nights for all sections this week. Luke caught up with Bexx Soper to ask about the plan. Keas (5-8 years) Monday 4-5.00 pm. Cubs (8-11 years) also Monday 6-7.30 pm. Scouts (11-14 years) Wednesday 6.30-8.30 pm.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Markham was out with man flu so Luke caught up with Billy from our NZME Sportsdesk to run over the big plays of the weekend  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke shared what it was like being at the new CHCH stadium for the first concert "Once In A Lifetime" with Six60 and Sythony on Saturday night.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke discusses the new CHCH stadium and political hecklers with Local MP and South Island Minister James Meager  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Methven Lions invites you to their Machinery Auction FRI 15 MAY, from 11am at the Methven A & P Showgrounds. It’s a great chance to pick up quality gear, enjoy a BBQ and a few beers, have a chat with locals, and support Lions projects within the community. Check out the Methven Lions Machinery Auction Facebook event page, or email  lionsmachineryauction@gmail.com .   See o...

For the first time in it's 80+ yr history, Mid Canterbury Federated Farmers has a female president! Luke caught up with Kerry Harmer from Castle Ridge Station.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Basketballer Ashlee Strawbridge was named Sportsperson of the Year at the Mid Canterbury Sport and Rec Awards. Luke got her on the phone for a life update.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading reflects on the Mid Canterbury Sport and Rec Awards, and shares a few ways to get the step count up through our stunning Ashburton Domain  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rural Support Trust is serving up Tennis for Farmers, on SUN 17 MAY from 3 till 7pm at the Ashburton Trust Tennis Centre. This is a relaxed, social event open to all abilities — whether you’re a seasoned player or just keen for a hit. There’ll be a BBQ dinner, plenty of spot prizes, and a wellbeing guest speaker panel featuring Doug Avery. Please RSVP by email  tennisforfarm...

Ashburton College Prefect Lucius Hunt was in to share some other excitement going on at Ashburton College  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Man was back in to take a closer look at the new flick "Sheep Detectives"  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate White was back with details on the Fix It Fair this Saturday, the chance to take a closer look at our KiwiSaver next week, and the chance to get along to the Big Dress Up Quiz on June 5th See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashburton District Council was set to start collecting food organic and garden organic (FOGO) waste from 1 Sept. However, that has now been delayed by a national shortage of the resin required in making the new bins. Deputy Mayor Richard Wilson spoke to the ramifications.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teacher Cheyene and student Eliza were in to talk to their recent recognitions at the Mid Canterbury Sport and Recreation Awards  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.