Breakfast Southland with Chitty

The Riversdale Arts Mixed Media Exhibition is back for its 53rd year, and this time it's bigger and better than ever. With a theme that explores the connections between people, nature, and the land, this year's exhibition promises to be a thought-provoking experience. The exhibition's President, Sarah Gary, shares the inspiration behind the theme, which was born from her own experiences as a weave...

Annie Nelson returns for her weekly catch-up and we introduce a new segment— Annie & The Great Debate . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dairy farmer Mathew Korteweg joins us from South Otago to talk all things farming, family, and footy. We dive into the realities of creating a successful team on farm, plus how sport and community play a big role in rural life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liv Weatherburn is back with another clever, grandma-approved life hack—this time introducing us to the surprisingly simple world of smart plugs. Easy to use and genuinely useful, it’s a “smart by name, smart by nature” tip that could make everyday life just that little bit easier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another strong showing for Pioneer, knocking over Tokanui 40–10 — and it’s three wins on the bounce. Thomas Hutton joins us to chat about the response after an early setback, the momentum building within the squad, and a big Club Day clash ahead against Waikiwi, alongside the Ladies’ Day fundraiser this Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inspired by a 10-year-old Kiwi already running his own lawn mowing business, we put the challenge to our Locker Room kids — if you had to start a business right now, what would it be? From creative to clever, Felicity and Charlie help us dive into some awesome young ideas and the thinking behind them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southland doing us proud on the national stage — Scott and Stacey Mackereth from Edendale have taken out the 2026 Share Farmers of the Year title at the Dairy Industry Awards, alongside three major merit awards. We chat about life running 1,400 cows, the power of strong team culture, lessons from rebuilding post-COVID, and why “going far together” is at the heart of everything th...

Inspired by the King’s Birthday weekend and the  New Zealand Order of Merit , i handed out the ladies a few well-earned (and slightly cheeky) honours of their own celebrating each other in true Chitty style. Then it was game time, with the ladies putting their acting skills to the test. Two simple sentences, four different emotions—flirty, sarcastic, excited and disappointed. Same...

Michaela’s back with another round of Yay or Nay — this time tackling the full-service movie experience. Dinner and a film in one? Not according to Michaela! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BaaBaas coach AJ Aitken joins Chitty for a look at how the season’s tracking and what’s coming up in a big round of club rugby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A really special moment for our community—Terry Nicholas has been named a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for his services to Māori and governance 👏 We chat about the honour, his incredible 30+ year contribution to Murihiku, the kaupapa behind his mahi, and why he says this recognition belongs to the wider community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Q & Nathan are back in for another Locker Room Lads catch-up—and as always, they’re keeping us on our toes! From Q calling for a referendum to a chat about nuclear power in NZ, the lads share their thoughts —plus a bit of shark chat thrown in there too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back with our weekly dose of fun and chaos, Annie Nelson joins me for another unfiltered yarn… and honestly, you never quite know where it’s heading 😅 This week we dive into fashion—what’s hot, what’s absolutely not, and the trends we’re begging to never see again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liv’s back with another clever gem in  Life Hacks Grandma Approves Of ! This one’s the emergency water edition—simple, practical, and all about being prepared when you least expect it. Easy, no-fuss wisdom that Nan would be proud of! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2026 MLT NZ Gold Guitar Overall Winner Simon Thompson joins us fresh off a massive weekend in Gore  We chat about the build-up to the final, the moment his name was called, and what this huge achievement means to him. A special moment for Simon and a well-deserved win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mathew’s back for his weekly check-in, debriefing a big Christchurch weekend—footy, mates, and a look at the new Te Kaha stadium 👀🏉 Then it’s straight back to farm life, with a chat about what’s happening right now and what’s ahead as winter rolls in and a new dairy season approaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when Shirley, Taryn & Kim jump in for the Locker Room Ladies with  nothing planned? Absolute chaos—in the best way. What starts as “we’ve got nothing to talk about” quickly turns into costume ideas, questionable fashion choices, and a hilarious round of Vibe or Unsubscribe. Pure, unfiltered fun. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a breakout year since winning Gold Guitars 2025, Keily Smith joins the show as a big chapter comes to a close. With King’s Birthday Weekend marking the handover of her title, Keily reflects on the whirlwind year—festivals, growth, and finding her place in the industry. Plus, advice for the next winner and what’s ahead as her momentum keeps building. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Former Midnight Youth frontman Jeremy Redmore is heading to Tussock Country with a fresh focus on music for kids and families. He shares the story behind his creative shift, what to expect from his high-energy Singalongercise sessions, and details on his free Gore events — including a teen songwriting workshop and interactive shows for all ages. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Everything you need to know about Country Day in Balclutha — a huge day of Otago Country rugby, community, and the Topp Cup showdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Otago’s AJ Aitken joins us to chat all things rugby and rural life, including the brand-new Rugby Southland high-performance fixture at Les George Oval. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our favourite English pocket rocket Annie Nelson is back, and this week we’re calling it — winter has  officially arrived in Southland. From ice on the inside of your windscreen to washing freezing solid and needing a full pep talk just to get out of bed… we run through the telltale signs you’re deep in a Southern winter. Safe to say — it’s not a season, i...

Rising indie folk artist Just Janie joins us to chat about her nostalgic sound, powerful storytelling, and what makes her upcoming Tussock Country show at the St James Theatre in Gore extra special.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Q & Nathan are back in the studio and things get fired up quick — especially when cats are involved. We dive into what’s got Q properly riled up this week, plus our take on the controversial Enhanced Games. As always, the lads keep things unpredictable, entertaining, and just a little bit unhinged. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby Southland’s Jack King joins us to celebrate 50 years of NPC action — and now it’s your turn to have a say. From legendary players to spine-tingling moments, we chat about how locals can vote for their Southland greats, why the competition means so much down here, and what moments simply  have to be remembered. Plus — there’s a cheeky chance to win while you...