Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Luke caught up with Dietitian Cushla Holdaway to ask if Feijoas are good for us? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geoff and Brayden are two of our local firefighters off to scale Auckland's Sky Tower this Saturday. Luke caught up with them to preview the challenge ahead.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angela Mitchell has been given a promotion as Ashburton College's new Associate Principal. Luke caught up with Ange to ask about the new role, and how she's feeling ahead of some big changes to the education system.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emma from Neumanns was in to share how we can take advantage of free winter tyre checks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tinwald Scout Group is hosting open nights for all sections this week. Luke caught up with Bexx Soper to ask about the plan. Keas (5-8 years) Monday 4-5.00 pm. Cubs (8-11 years) also Monday 6-7.30 pm. Scouts (11-14 years) Wednesday 6.30-8.30 pm.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Markham was out with man flu so Luke caught up with Billy from our NZME Sportsdesk to run over the big plays of the weekend  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke shared what it was like being at the new CHCH stadium for the first concert "Once In A Lifetime" with Six60 and Sythony on Saturday night.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke discusses the new CHCH stadium and political hecklers with Local MP and South Island Minister James Meager  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Methven Lions invites you to their Machinery Auction FRI 15 MAY, from 11am at the Methven A & P Showgrounds. It’s a great chance to pick up quality gear, enjoy a BBQ and a few beers, have a chat with locals, and support Lions projects within the community. Check out the Methven Lions Machinery Auction Facebook event page, or email  lionsmachineryauction@gmail.com .   See o...

For the first time in it's 80+ yr history, Mid Canterbury Federated Farmers has a female president! Luke caught up with Kerry Harmer from Castle Ridge Station.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Basketballer Ashlee Strawbridge was named Sportsperson of the Year at the Mid Canterbury Sport and Rec Awards. Luke got her on the phone for a life update.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading reflects on the Mid Canterbury Sport and Rec Awards, and shares a few ways to get the step count up through our stunning Ashburton Domain  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rural Support Trust is serving up Tennis for Farmers, on SUN 17 MAY from 3 till 7pm at the Ashburton Trust Tennis Centre. This is a relaxed, social event open to all abilities — whether you’re a seasoned player or just keen for a hit. There’ll be a BBQ dinner, plenty of spot prizes, and a wellbeing guest speaker panel featuring Doug Avery. Please RSVP by email  tennisforfarm...

Ashburton College Prefect Lucius Hunt was in to share some other excitement going on at Ashburton College  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Man was back in to take a closer look at the new flick "Sheep Detectives"  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate White was back with details on the Fix It Fair this Saturday, the chance to take a closer look at our KiwiSaver next week, and the chance to get along to the Big Dress Up Quiz on June 5th See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashburton District Council was set to start collecting food organic and garden organic (FOGO) waste from 1 Sept. However, that has now been delayed by a national shortage of the resin required in making the new bins. Deputy Mayor Richard Wilson spoke to the ramifications.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teacher Cheyene and student Eliza were in to talk to their recent recognitions at the Mid Canterbury Sport and Recreation Awards  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Hospice Awareness Week. Luke sat down with our Mid Canterbury Hospice Manager Nicole Williams to ask what our local Hospice provides, and how we can help them continue to deliver those wonderful services.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Hospice Awareness Week. Luke sat down with our Mid Canterbury Hospice Manager Nicole Williams to ask what our local Hospice provides, and how we can help them continue to deliver those wonderful services.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke was invited to read to Tinwald School yesterday as part of Book Fair. His choice of story caused quite a stir...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamish Riach was in for Council Chat - Roads and Reform on the agenda! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hal and Liam from Variety Theatre were in to share more about "Footloose the Musical" on stage at the Event Centre from next weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's cross-country season! That includes the Aoraki Secondary Schools competition down in Timaru today. Luke spoke with Amanda from Sport Canterbury about conquering the cross country.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt was back to run over the big plays of the weekend, including a big blow to Stephen Perofeta in the Crusaders win Fri night, and football.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.