Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Greg Cross from Ashburton Car Club was back to congratulate the new winner of the Street Sprint... Rally star Hayden Paddon!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mid Canterbury Sport and Rec Awards were presented Saturday night. No surprise the mighty MC Hammers were named team of the year in recognition of their perfect 2025 season. Matt Winter was named coach of the year. Luke got him on the phone to share a well-earned congrats.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Tame is back with another 1 News special tonight, "You, Me and Aussie". Luke caught up with him to ask what to expect  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GDC Wheels Week Plus rolls into another action packed weekend. Greg Cross was in to share the programme with us.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rally star Hayden Paddon is back in town for the Ashburton Car Club's Street Sprint this weekend. Last year he was just demonstrating at the event. Luke started by jesting how this year he's taking things seriously by actually competing...   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commentator Paul Allison previews the sporting action for the weekend ahead See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We made Edna-May's day by surprising her with a gorgeous Evolve bracelet and charm set thanks to Robilliards Showcase Jewellers.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Markham shares his take on Steve Lancaster being confirmed as NZ Rugby's CEO, and the Crusaders hosting the Blues in front of a sold-out crowd in CHCH tonight.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caravan fun and dramas shared with Granny Shirley See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In connecting with Toby to celebrate his big catch, Luke learned about the Leopard family who have thrown convention to the wind and have chosen to live life on the road in a caravan! He was keen to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We tracked down 10yr old Toby Leopard who reeled in not one, but two big salmon over the weekend in the space of an hour!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Acland shares his take on the tightened time frame for Council's to forge a plan for amalgamation. It's also his last day as our local Fed Farmers President!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back to share exciting times for both Mid Canterbury Hockey, and for junior football which finally gets underway this coming weekend! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government has given local councils just 3 months to figure out how to adopt the functions of Environment Canterbury. Luke asks local MP James Meager, why the rush? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exciting life update for talented local piper Harrison Doak. He's joined up with the NZ Police Band!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught Fish and Game officer Rhys Adams to ask are the rumours are true - Was there a breach in one of the salmon farm nets on the canals near Twizel over the weekend? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local pharmacist Carolyn Cameron shares her take on ACT's proposal to move more duties from GPs to pharmacists. Also her take as a local councillor on the 3-month window to sort out what to do post Environment Canterbury.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pendarves Young Farmers Chair Mitch Aldridge was in to share a bit about himself, the club, and how we can book in for the End of Harvest Ball which is back next Sat 16 May! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Liz McMillian was in to confirm Glow in the Park is back Kings Birthday weekend, with some exciting new additions!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local social media pages were set alight over the weekend over a picture of a billboard in town advertising a burger made with "100% anus beef". Turns out it was no typo, as Alice Fitzgerald from the Gut Foundation explained.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashburton Intermediate is set to receive eight new teaching spaces, as part of the Government's $56.6 million investment package to redevelop schools. These new classrooms will replace two existing blocks that are no longer fit for purpose. Principal Brent Gray stopped by to share the plan from here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have your chance to Make Mum's Day with a stunning Evolve bracelet and charm set, valued over $200! Sign up at hokonui.co.nz. Mark "Roasty" Douglas from Robiliards Showcase Jewellers stopped by to share some other great gift ideas they have to surprise Mum with this Sunday.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Cross from the Ashburton Car Club was in with a preview of the Ashburton Street Sprint returning this coming weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has been revealed the Rescue Warriors have raised an incredible $364,057.45 for the Canterbury/West Coast Rescue Trust! Luke caught the reaction of Mark Cressey, and also asked about the horror accident that ended his ride just 7 days in...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Markham was back on the blower to talk a crash out for Liam Lawson in Miami and how time is quickly running out for our Crusaders to book themselves a spot in the Super Rugby playoffs..  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.