Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Lots of banter this week with Alice Breading - From Ashburton College Prelim Athletics, to Winter Games, to our chance to nominate someone for the Mid Canterbury Sports Awards.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christopher Reive is our Winter Games Guru from NZHerald who shared what Alice Robinson was facing into the Super G event.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mt Somers Reserve Board has proposed scaling back the Mt Somers Domain Campground to a self-contained only site. A public meeting was held Wednesday night. Cr Deb was there and shared with Luke how it went.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Paddy Bradford from Ashburton Golf Club to clarify the etiquette around sinking a hole in one, and to preview the Harvey Norman Classic this weekend.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps ran riot over UAE at the T20 Cricket World Cup overnight. Luke caught Andrew to ask about yet another record being set.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local history buff Shirley Falloon dropped by to share a few more local teachers among the longest serving in Mid Canterbury  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mum Stacey Broadbent was back with her take on the new Ralph Finnes flick "Choral" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seasoned traveller Mike Yardley shared a glowing review of a recent trip to Mid Canterbury with Jack Tame on sister station Newstalk ZB. Luke was keen to find out if his take on our piece of paradise was genuine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Liz was in to explain how the budget for the road to the new Ashburton River Bridge has blown out from $7.5mil to $20mil See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Winter Games guru Chris Reive from NZHerald to ask what Zoi faced in the Big Air final this morning  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A woman in the States has been recognised by Guinness World Records as the longest serving teacher... 67yrs!! Luke was keen to try and find the longest serving Mid Canterbury teacher. Many suggested it could be John Hooper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The South Island Motorhome Show and Country Fete is a not to be missed event for those interested in purchasing a new or used motorhome or caravan, looking to sell an existing motorhome or caravan, wishing to purchase accessories for a present or future vehicle or just wanting to look at ‘what’s new in the marketplace’ and socialise with like-minded people. It's on at Ashburton S...

Duncan Barr and Mark Cressey from the Rescue Warriors dropped by ahead of their 3000km tour of the country in support of the Westpac Rescue Chopper. Luke began by asking why the group of 12 is split in two.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duncan Barr and Mark Cressey from the Rescue Warriors dropped by for a chat ahead of their 3000km tour of the country. Luke continued by asking what they are allowed to take with them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mid Canterbury Relay for Life is back SAT 21 MAR. Aimee Cosgrove was in to explain how it works and how we can sign up  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's SuperBowl Sunday in the States! Someone there gearing up for it is former Ashburton local Mitch McCann See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Goes without saying the cruddy Summer weather has taken a toll on local grain farmers. Luke caught up with Fed Farmers Mid Canterbury Arable President Bevan Lill to ask how our cropping friends are getting on.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Granny Shirl was back for another natter. This time reflecting on getting her license.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big kites are back over Lake Hood tomorrow, including some coming from as far as Germany! Luke caught up with Simon from Peter Lynn Kites to find out more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time the Murrell Summer Challenge is being held here in Ashburton this long Waitangi weekend. Luke caught up with organiser Jodi to find out more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back to run over local sport happenings  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Croft from Specsavers Ashburton was with us to share the importance of booking in for that regular eye check  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nate and Leanè were in for our first Ashburton College update of the new year!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Meager, Local MP and Associate Minister of Transport, joins Luke to discuss the government's overhaul of the driver's license system. He shares the reasoning behind extending the learner's period from six to twelve months and the benefits of scrapping the full license test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Bridget Frith about "Tiny Town" coming to Ashburton. Essentially a mini roleplay town with 10 sections - from a summer theme with an ice cream stand and beach area, to a supermarket there's so much for kids to explore.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.