Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Luke caught up with our local MP James Meager to discuss progress on the Ashburton Bridge, financial support for regional airlines, and his recent fishing trip with comedy legend Dame Linda Topp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready to dust off those cowboy boots and practice your two-step, because Ashburton A&P is bringing the Great Ashburton Shindig to Smoke next Sat September 13th. Carmen Lye dropped by to share the inspiration behind the event, what attendees can expect, who's performing, and more. It's sure to be a boot-scootin' good time you won't want to miss! Tickets here: The Great Ashburton Shin Digg -...

Father's Day is just around the corner. What better way to celebrate the fathers and father figures in our lives than by sharing their creative genius? Luke caught up with John Syme to hear about his clever contraption. Share yours on the Hokonui Ashburton Facebook page for the chance to win a $150 Armadillos voucher!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ashburton Event Centre recently hosted a third instalment of Cabernet. Luke caught up with Roger and Casey to celebrate the incredible amount the show raised toward the "Fund Our Future" campaign, and how the money will help keep the place world class.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ashburton Toy Library is again hosting the Ashburton Brick Show this Saturday! Anthea joined Luke to share how we can catch Master LEGO builders as well as impressive number of exhibitors, activities for kids, and yummy food. 10am til 4pm at Tinwald Hall.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Midlands Kahui Ako Schools Science Fair is again filling up the Sinclair Centre next week. Luke caught up with Liz Wells to find out what's on show.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frances Beeston from Farming Families was in. Alongside Rural Support Trust and FMG, they are hosting a series of rural brunches. Bring your farm team for a free coffee and burger at one of the stops: Lowcliffe-Coldstream Hall on TUES 2 SEPT, Dorie Hall FRI 5 SEPT, in front of PGG Mayfield TUES 9 SEPT, Alford Forest Hall THURS 11 SEPT, and at the intersection of Thompsons Track and SH77 Methven Hi...

The much-loved and outrageously funny comedian KEVIN BLOODY WILSON is bringing his “Aussie Icon Tour” to the Ashburton Event Centre WED 17 SEPT. Get your tickets  here . Luke caught up with Kevin to ask how it all began, where the stage name came from, and who the special guest is he's bringing with him.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate White was back in to tell us about the Lifelong Learning Festival at the Library next Tuesday 9 Sept See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Henry and Michael from St Joe's dropped by to tell us about their production "All Aboard" which is on at the Event Centre Thursday.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Hammers Head Coach Matt Winter to reflect on the weekend's game v Wai Bush and what's to come against East Coast back at home this coming Saturday.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Nisbo to run over a big weekend for NPC, the Black Ferns and a call against the Warriors that left us all thinking WAHhhht the heck?!? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Finance Minister Nicola Willis was in town and decided to pop by the studio with Luke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheena was the last listener up to play the Milestone Quiz for the chance to win $100 for her and another $100 for the Cancer Society  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grant Nisbett was back to preview some of the weekend sporting action  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aimee Cosgrove from the Mid Canterbury Cancer Society was in for Daffodil Day!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Finance Minister Nicola Willis was in town and stopped by the studio for a show and tell of sorts with Luke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final day of our guess the tool game, with a special call made to Craig Bishop.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young Angus Rickard is chopping his mop in support of the Cancer Society for Daffodil Day. He joined Luke in studio to share the plan, and the powerful why.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neville had a crack at the Milestone Quiz this morning for the chance to win $100 for him, and $100 for the Cancer Society!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke asked our Mayoral hopefuls for their suggestions on where Taylor and Travis could host a Mid Canterbury wedding See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke checked in on Granny Shirl who (like many) has been battling the bot!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back in to talk a great new campaign to keep it positive on the sidelines, also our opportunity to have a go at paintball and gymnastics See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with David Acland from Mt Somers Station to reflect on the Big Snow of 1992, and his advice for fellow farmers in the throes of busy calving and lambing  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke got to play around with another tool for the chance to win thanks to Stihl Shop Ashburton See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.