Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Granny Shirley had a few festive reminders to share in our last catch up for the year  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greenstreet Dairy Farmer Stacey Stewart was in for one last Farm Chat of the year  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading was in for one last time to reflect on a few sporting highlights from the year that was  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Alderson is at Bay Oval ready to cover the third and final test Black Caps v West Indies  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Great Santa Hunt returns to Ashburton Art Gallery and Museum TONIGHT from 5pm. Luke caught up with Manager/Curator Shirin Khosraviani to ask how it works.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Molly Harrison stopped by for a chat and to perform for us "Christmas Lights" by Coldplay  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with James Meager for one last time this year to reflect on the 2026 political year that's been  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna Redmond from the Mid Canterbury Triathlon and Multisport Club stopped by for an update on what they're up to  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maori Leader Lucius Hunt and Deputy Prefect Leane Senekal were in for one last Ashburton College chat for the year. Already looking ahead to 2026!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mum Stacey Broadbent was in for her last review of the year on "Five Nights at Freddy's Pt 2" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tessa Grant from Wakanui School was helping us with the Christmas Countdown this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a year for Mid Canterbury rugby! JAB got a season in despite some challenging conditions early on. Hampstead Senior B's won their grade. Celtic claimed the Watters Cup in dramatic fashion. Mid Canterbury rep women had their first season in green and gold. The A's claimed the Hanan Cup, and the mighty Hammers pulled off the perfect season locking away the Hanan Shield and Meads Cup, both in fr...

Iona Rogers was in for a chat and to perform a beautiful rendition of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah"  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Laura was back for one last catch up this year. Luke was keen to ask if it's ok to share in a few extra treats this time of the year, how we connect with health services if we need them over the Summer break, and share in a very hectic but exciting week ahead for Laura!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke was running on fumes this morning, pulling a late night to head out and see some of the wonderful Christmas lights around town with the team from Property Brokers. Check out the list on the Hokonui Ashburton FB page. Also vote for your favourite People's Choice. Winners will be announced on the show Friday.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mid Canterbury Summer Singing School is back for it's 26th year, and this time we're Broadway Bound! Tutored by Jo Castelow and Sarah Hart, it’s an opportunity not to be missed. Young people aged 9 to 22-years-old are invited to enrol at www.mcsss.co.nz. The school runs from January 12 to 17 at the Ashburton Event Centre. It is a fun-filled week where lifetime friends are made and singer...

Luke caught Mayor Liz McMillian for the final time this year to celebrate the great news about the Bike Skills Park in the Domain, and reflect on her 2026 highlights  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nisbo shares thoughts on Alice Robinson claiming her maiden podium in the Super-G overnight, and the Black Caps win v West Indies on Day 3 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aurura Fitzsimons from Methven Primary School was helping with our Christmas countdown this morning See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with coach/manager Colleen Allison to ask how our local athletes got on in the Special Olympics held in Christchurch this past week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local talent Luke Glendining stopped by for a festive chat and song. Performing "Please Come Home for Christmas" by the Eagles.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Matt Winter to try and make sense of how the Hammers weren't named Team of the Year at the NZ Rugby Awards last night. Was also a good chance to reflect on a season that really was out the gate.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Come and have lunch on us! Tomorrow we will be at Milestone Homes Showroom, 8 Strowan Ave, from 11am-1pm serving up both wife Amber and Belinda's hams. Bragging rights on the line. Also your chance to win a ham! Luke asked Amber what goes into her yummy glaze.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nisbo was back to talk the NZ Rugby Awards last night, the Black Caps in the 2nd test v Windies, and Chasing the Fox tonight.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.