Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Movie Mum Stacey Broadbent was back on to share if the new Naked Gun reboot hits the mark or misses the target? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine battling massive wildfires in remote forests that stretch as far as the eye can see. Local firefighter Steve Oschner gives us a firsthand account of how crews lay kilometers of hose through rough terrain and use water bombing aircraft to contain the inferno. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Oschner shares his experiences as a firefighter battling intense wildfires in remote forests of Manitoba, Canada. He reveals the long, grueling work days, isolation from the outside world, and dangers from intense helicopter water drops, hazardous trees, and wildlife encounters.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local firefighter Steve Oschner recounts his experience fighting forest fires in rural Canada, including how they would camp out for 5 days at a time. He describes the dirty and dangerous work of creating fire breaks to stop the spread of flames. Despite the backbreaking labor and smoke, swarms of insects proved the biggest nuisance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning it was Leah's turn to win cash - facing questions on Taylor Swift's new fiancé, New Zealand's population growth forecasts, and the tenure of our outgoing mayor. Thanks to Milestone Homes Mid Canterbury. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geraldine local Steve Oschner was one of a 43-strong NZ task force recently sent to fight wildfires in Canada. Steve sat down for an extended chat with Luke to share the challenges of combating raging wildfires in Manitoba's rugged wilderness. Without roads or infrastructure, the team flies in by helicopter and camps out for days at a time. Steve details navigating the muskeg - spongy wetlands ato...

Fireman Steve was in to help Luke try out today's tool thanks to Stihl Shop Ashburton - Now open 7 days! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The local body elections are coming up, and to help cast your vote Ashburton Council is running a "Meet the Candidates" evening Wednesday night at Ashburton College Auditorium. Luke has been asked to come up with one of  the questions, so he turned to the kids at Hinds School to help with some ideas...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A horse in need gets a helping hoof from the community in this feel-good story. Luke caught up with Maxine Hooper from Mid Canterbury Riding for the Disabled to ask about Wombat the Horse...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke enlists the help of afternoon host Peter Mac to try out this morning's Stihl Shop tool, and share some questionable gardening tips...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Sophia has a go at the Milestone Quiz - the All Whites' historic World Cup qualification, a local supermarket's new location, and a charity concert selling out - all to score $100 for herself and another $100 for Mid Canterbury Cancer Society! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve all been there - struggling to get enough sleep while juggling work, family, and other responsibilities. Dr. Laura Pfeifer was back to talk sleep - how much we really need, why shift workers struggle, and small changes you can make to set yourself up for sleep success, even with an irregular schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke dropped by Hinds School to get ideas for questions to ask candidates at tomorrow night's local body election forum. The students had some great suggestions like asking about plans for infrastructure, recreation, rates and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 2 of Luke's chat with Doctor Laura Pfeifer discusses two common sleep medications - zopiclone and melatonin. She explains how zopiclone works as a sedative to induce sleep whereas Melatonin helps initiate sleep more naturally.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke and Nisbo discuss the All Blacks' lackluster loss to Argentina over the weekend. Also looking back over a thrilling weekend of NPC, and relief for the Warriors getting the job done v Titans to lock in a Top 4 finish with 2 games to spare. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First up listener Anne... Can she answer the Milestone Quiz questions correctly and win some cash?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Friday marks the return of Daffodil Day, the Cancer Society's major annual fundraising drive. Amy Cosgrove fills us in on all the happenings. We also learn about the alarming statistics. From transport to treatment, counseling and more - Our Mid Canterbury Cancer Society is making a huge difference for local people battling cancer. Please support them this Daffodil Day.  See omnystudio.c...

Stihl Shop Ashburton is now open 7 days. Jeff Marshall stopped by to talk the big change and share deets on how we can win big this week!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Rickard was back in to preview the first Hammers home game tomorrow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mid Canterbury Hammers have their first home game for the season at the Showgrounds tomorrow, 2pm kick off. Luke caught up with Kenny Addison to run over the housekeeping.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Nisbo to preview some of the weekend sporting action See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night Mt Somers were crowned Mid Canterbury Netball Premier  Champions! Luke caught up with victorious captain Kate Oliver.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Chris Woods and Heath Walters ahead of Cabernet opening night. Stoked to hear it's almost a sell out!!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Granny Shirley was back keen to chat the new family member  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back to share what's going on in local sport See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.