Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Luke is coming to terms with some new youth lingo "6-7" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with asbestos expert Mark Flemming from Oceania Environmental Consultants to ask about the risk in this recalled coloured sand which has affected hundreds of schools and daycare centres across the country, including some right here in Mid Canterbury.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He Waka Tapu Hakatere Whanau Fun Day returns to the area around the Paddling Pool at Ashburton Domain this SAT 22 NOV. 11am-3pm, it's a free day packed with whanau activities and entertainment, and over $1500 in prizes to be won! Luke sat down with TK and Julie to ask what we can look forward to See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Liz was back in to talk water pressure issues across Allenton Sunday night, the special disposal of asbestos sand at the Resource Recovery Park, the mini golf at EA Networks Centre which opens Saturday and Light Up the Night next weekend  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke enjoyed being part of another successful Ashburton Toot for Tucker Monday night. He asked organiser from the County Lions Julie McKimmmie how the event has changed over 25yrs.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lotto Powerball has jackpotted to a whopping $45mil tonight. If won by a single ticket, it will become the single biggest win in NZ history! Luke caught up with Will Hine from Lotto NZ to ask about the odds.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nate Woods, Isabel Wang and Sima Makaui from Ashburton College were in to share their recent achievements in performing arts, rugby league and shooting.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A celebration of 125 years of the Fairfield Freezing Works (C.F.M.), organised by Historic Places Mid Canterbury, is on SAT 22 NOV at Fairton Hall, 2pm. All former employees, suppliers, truck drivers, fat lamb drafters, and former shareholders connected to CFM and Silver Fern Farms more than welcome. An opportunity to reconnect with old colleagues, reminisce about the past, and enjoy afternoon tea...

The Government has decided to pull funding from Kai for Kids supplying three local schools. Gutting news for our awesome team on the ground. However, they are determined to keep boxing on for the sake of many other local Tamariki. Jo Taylor was in to share the future for this wonderful local charity.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Man Joe Danielson was back in with his take on the latest in the Predator franchise. A role reversal of sorts as this time we're rooting for the bad guy..!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Cup Day! Luke caught up with 7-time cup winner Ricky May who is hoping to drive Mid Canterbury entry "American Me" to victory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ADC boss Hamish Riach was in to talk the new parking enforcement camera car trial  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Racing commentator Matt Markham was also back to share his picks for Cup Day  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Smith from the TAB was back to share his picks for Cup Day  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Armistice Day - the 11th hour of the 11th month marking the end of WW1 back in 1918. There's the chance to reflect on that this morning at Ashburton RSA. Luke caught up with President Rob Aldridge for the deets.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aimee Cosgrove was in to share in exciting times for the Cancer Society including the return of the Mid Canterbury Relay for Life, and our chance to win a freshly refurbished 1975 Morris Minor Mini!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Beweley was in for Grant Nisbett to look over some of the highlights from a stacked weekend of sport  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mt Hutt College Principal Jack Saxon has returned from a 12-week sabbatical which took him across the globe to USA, Thailand, Singapore and Japan. Luke sat down with Jack for an extended chat about the trip, including his deep dive into the world of AI, and also the excitement of the Opuke Innovation Hub he's returned to.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Usually this time of the year our Ashburton Bridge would be inundated with nesting Black Billed Gulls. However this year there's none to be seen! Luke was keen to flock to the facts with gull expert Donna Field from Environment Canterbury See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports commentator Paul Allison was back to preview sporting action this weekend  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congrats to Southern Traverse Homes who have been voted the Best Tradies in Mid Canterbury! Luke took a road trip to Methven to catch Jason, Sheldon and Simon. Thanks to our friends at EA Networks - The BEST local lines company enabling our region See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught Declan McCormack from Samoa to ask what it's like leading the Heartland 15 side  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tia Fasi is a trainee cable jointer at EA Networks. Luke caught up with her to ask about the risks in the role, and what it's like working in a traditionally male dominated field.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashburton local Craig Manson is back competing at the Hororata Highland Games this weekend. Luke was keen to find out what he's instore for.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commentator Elliott Smith is in Edinburgh with the All Blacks. Luke caught him for a preview on Sunday morning's game v Scotland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.