Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Exciting times at Intermediate tonight as the Yr8 Formal returns, waltz and all! Luke caught up with Jade Tonks to ask how the students have been rehearsing for this one.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nisbo was back to share in weekend sport including Lando Norris securing his first F1 Championship win, the shock result in the Black Caps v Windies CHCH test, and Aussie proving too strong in Ashes #2.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 12th edition of the Godzone Adventure Race has wrapped up. 32 teams battled their was through the Marlborough wilderness covering distances over 500-600ks. One of them was our very own Ashvegas Battlers made up of Hinds dairy farmer Mark Thomas, feed assessment consultant Rory Boleyn, local lawyer Katrina Palmer and Captain Tom Wing. Luke was keen to share in the highlights. See omnystudio.com...

Nisbo was back to look over some of the sporting action for the weekend ahead  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBS Ashburton Santa Parade & Market Day returns tomorrow SAT 6 DEC, with the Santa Parade starting 12:30pm. Once again rolling down Walnut Ave between West St & Oak Grove. Expect colourful floats, cheerful music, and plenty of holiday spirit! This year's theme is "Unwrapping the joy of Christmas" as picked by last year's float winners, Phoenix Preschool. Before and after the parade, ex...

90yr old Merv Grewar is attempting to break a World Record for Dementia NZ! On SAT 6 DEC at Fit 4 Life Gym in Ashburton (69 Harrison Street, Allenton Mall), he will attempt to break the world record for the 100m indoor row in the 90+ age category. Come cheer him on from 3pm. Helping get him there is PT Angus McKenzie. Luke asked if Angus reckons Merv is match fit.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

Sports commentator Paul Allison was back to run over the sporting action for the weekend ahead See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Come cheer on Merv Grewar as he attempts a World Record Row for Dementia NZ! At 90 years old, Merv Grewar is proving that age is no barrier to strength, determination, or purpose. On SAT 6 DEC at Fit 4 Life Gym in Ashburton (69 Harrison Street, Allenton Mall), he will attempt to break the world record for the 100m indoor row in the 90+ age category. Merv already holds the New Zealand record for th...

Hakatere Marae is hosting a Tamariki Shopping Day on SUN 14 DEC. Luke caught Michelle and Tania to share the deets.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught Hinds Dairy Farmer Cole Groves for one last Farm Chat of 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The worst nightmare for any hairdresser! Kim Reed from DNA was in to share how she broke her arm, just in time for the busiest time of the year!!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back to talk women's training through the holiday break, a review of the Longbeach Coastal Challenge and her exciting involvement in a big happening next week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Granny Shirl was back to share the excitement of her 50th wedding anniversary, and also reflect on the niggle of heading into a festive season injured.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maysie and Lucy from The Photo Shop were in to share the plan for Santa photos in the Arcade from the 20th December  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke takes a trip down memory lane with Mumma Mel, reminding him he wasn't the biggest fan of Santa...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's back tomorrow! Ruralco Christmas Shopping Day with great deals across their store and merchants around Ashburton. Tina Thompson was in to share the details.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Meager is in Wellington for Parliament's scrutiny week. Luke was keen to ask about this, how he thinks Councils can stick to the 4% rates cap, and whether he shared in the festive tradition of Santa photos.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bale display on State Highway 1 is back! Luke caught up with Natasha Moore to ask about this year's creation with a Disney theme.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Caps head into their first test of the season v West Indies in CHCH. Andrew Alderson is there and joined Luke for a preview.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are back with the Property Brokers Best Christmas Lights Competition. Frank Sandys on Phillip Street is back to defend his 2024 title. Luke wanted to know what new surprises Frank is setting up for us this year...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Liz was in for chat on all things festive and gardening. And also the big topic of the day, her take on the Government-imposed rates cap.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Special guest of the morning.. Santa! On being here for Light Up the Night, returning for the parade this coming Saturday and a message for local kids  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nisbo was back to share thoughts on a solid run from Liam Lawson in Qatar, eye gouging from the Boks, and the Black Caps returning to test cricket tomorrow.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Looks reflects on a truly magical Light Up the Night party in Baring Square Saturday night, which included 8yr old Heidi McLennan pushing the button to light up our town tree!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Mosely from Ashburton District Council was in to share some of the excitement found in the new Summer What's Guide. Pick up your copy from any Council facility or download it via the ADC website.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.