Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

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 [email protected].  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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 [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 5thSee 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 weekendSee 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.

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 aheadSee 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.

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.

It was revealed Friday the Rescue Warriors have raised an incredible $364,057.45 for the Canterbury/West Coast Rescue Trust! Bruce Kell shares some reaction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate White from Keep Learning Mid Canterbury was in to share details on an event tonight about tough conversations, and the return of the Fix It Fair at the Library May 16. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Markham was back to preview weekend sport, and to celebrate an incredible milestone for one of our local racing legends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Jacob was back to run over a huge weekend #2 of GDC Wheels Week + excitement See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports commentator Paul Allison was back to set up another big weekend ahead See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The big top is up in Ashburton Domain for a few more days as the Webber Bros Circus has come to town. Luke asked Tour Manager Nicole Webb what to expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rhys Adams from Fish and Game was on to share some last-minute tips and reminders ahead of the duck season opening this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Granny Shirley was on to share her take on King Charles speech, and duck hunting this weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local volunteer firefighter Ellen Westwood stopped by to talk her role in the Ashburton brigade, and the national challenge she faces this coming weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mid Canterbury Rugby boss Kenny Addison was in for Alice Breading this week to talk the Heartland wider training squad assembling this week for the first time, and the JAB season getting underway tonight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.