Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Granny Shirl on the new iPhone and pet lambs  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back to share how the kids could take up cricket these school holidays. Also the return of Rippa Rugby in Term 4, how we can help the Ashcoll Girls Basketball team get to nationals, and the model yachts on Lake Hood Sunday.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get Ready to Shine as the County Lions is back with "Stars in Your Eyes" - a dazzling night of community talent on FRI 17 OCT at the Ashburton Event Centre. Luke caught up with organiser Nicki Kelly to reflect on some of the past winners, find out how we can sign up for this one and the cash prizes up for grabs!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Come and meet the team working on the second Ashburton River Bridge. NZTA and Ashburton District Council is hosting an information session TODAY at Te Whare Whakatere (Ashburton Library and Civic Centre). Stop by anytime between 3:30pm - 6:30pm to see plans and ask any questions. Luke caught up with NZTA Project Manager Lonnie Dalzell to ask a few questions of his own.  See omnystudio.com/lis...

Hampstead School hit the road to the Event Centre this FRI for their show “Hampstead Roadies”. An original show created by one of the teachers and some past pupils, the show takes us on a whirlwind and exciting journey around New Zealand. Luke caught up with one of the stars Ashton to ask what we're instore for.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mum Stacey stuck around to share in a new study that women prefer doers vs talkers. Luke reckons there's got to be some exceptions to that...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mid Canterbury Tri and Multisport Club is hosting a Skills & Intro Morning for youth this SUN 14 SEPT on the outdoor courts of the EA Networks Centre, 10:30am – 12:00 noon. A fun morning to introduce younger athletes to triathlon and multisport. Anna Redmond dropped by to tell us about it.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Mum Stacey Broadbent was back to tell us about the latest spooky offering at the Regent - the final instalment in the Conjuring series.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“That Bloody Woman” is Methven Theatre Company’s 2025 production. A contemporary retelling of the suffragette movement here in NZ, full of vigour, punk rock attitude and hilarity (mature themes and coarse language). Three nights only from this THURS 11 to SAT 13 SEPT at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall. Tickets from the Ashburton Event Centre and Cafe45 in Methven. Luke caught up with A...

A chance to catch bagpiper Harrison Doak in the Library this afternoon for the Lifelong Learning Festival. Fresh back from the World Pipe Band Champs in Scotland. He shared with Luke how it was hot work...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZTA and Ashburton District Council are hosting an information session on the new Ashburton River Bridge this THURS 11 SEPT. Pop into Te Whare Whakatere (Ashburton Library and Civic Centre) anytime between 3:30pm - 6:30pm to see plans and ask any questions. Luke caught up with Project Director Lonnie Dalzell to ask a few initial questions...   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Harrison Doak, a talented local musician, shares what it was like to compete at the World Pipe Band Champs in Scotland. With over 200 bands and 10 different competition circles, Harrison describes the electric atmosphere, mixed with a healthy dose of a few nerves.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hammers head coach Matt Winter looks back on the thumping they gave East Coast in erratic conditions on Sat, and then looks forward to the big local derby clash against rivals South Canterbury this coming weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nisbo was back to reflect on the All Blacks gritty win over the Springboks. Also celebrating the Black Ferns dominant 40-0 win over Ireland in the Women's World Cup.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashburton local Harrison Doak was part of the Canterbury Caledonian Grade 3 pipe band that travelled to the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow. The event hosts over 200 bands and 35,000 spectators from 15 countries. Harrison shares the excitement of seeing bands from around the world and claiming a top 10 finish at the "Worlds".  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've had the chance to win Dad $150 to spend at Armadillo's Ashburton this week. Luke caught up with Executive Chef Ziggy Shaw to ask what Dad could look forward to from a night out there.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a big break following the All Blacks around Argentina, Sports Commentator Paul Allison was back to preview the weekend action  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lauren May was the lucky winner of the $150 Armadillo's voucher for Father's Day. For hubby Geoff who went to great lengths to build their three boys the most amazing tree fort.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Rickard was back to preview the next Hammers home game v East Coast  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports commentator Grant Nisbett was back to preview the weekend action  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury to talk the big rep netball tournament on at EA Networks Centre this weekend, as well as our chance to have a go at tennis and softball See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Cole Groves to reflect on 15yrs since the first big Canterbury earthquake, and to ask how calving has been going.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Granny Shirley was back to talk daycare pick-ups, school productions and the end of an era for Howden family farm.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“That Bloody Woman” is Methven Theatre Company’s 2025 production. The story of Kate Sheppard fighting for women's right to vote. It promises to be full of vigour, punk rock attitude and hilarity. Three nights only THURS 11 to SAT 13 SEPT at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall. Tickets from the Ashburton Event Centre box office or online, and at Cafe45 in Methven. Luke caught up with cast m...

Luke caught up with Yasmin and Issaia to share highlights of the recent Winter Sports Tournament Week, as well as which individuals stood out at last night's musical showcase. Also practice exams, and Ashburton College's upcoming appearance at the Flava Festival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.