Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Busy times up at Mt Hutt following an early dumping last week. Luke caught up with James McKenzie (JMac) to ask about this prospect of moving the season start forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nisbo is away exploring the Southern West Coast and Fiordland, so Luke caught up with Nick Bewley from the NZME Sportsdesk to look over weekend sporting action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a quieter than expected weekend as many events were forced to cancel due to conditions, Luke looks forward to making up for lost time this coming weekend with organiser Pete Jacobs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roasty Douglas from Robilliards Showcase Jewellers dropped by to talk a very special chance to win this Mother's Day, and to tell us about the new Journey's Collection. Instore for a limited time only!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new duck hunting season opens tomorrow! Luke caught up with Rhys Adams from Fish and Game to ask how numbers are looking, and to share in some final handy reminders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Colin Sweetman from the MCVCC to talk the tough decision to cancel this weekend's Swap Meet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Friday Luke catches up with sporting commentator Grant Nisbett to look over the coming weekend's action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a break, sporting commentator Paul Allison was back on with Luke this morning to look over the sporting action for the weekend ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mother Nature has dealt a cruel blow to the Wheels Week Plus programme. All Tinwald events that were meant to be held this weekend the VCCNZ Swap Meet, Americar Rod & Custom Club Display and Plains Open Day have been cancelled. The Ashburton Motorcycle Club TT has been postponed until next month. Ashburton Speedway has postponed to next weekend. Garth Maffey dropped by to share the new plan with Luke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Kirsty Arps from Mid Canterbury Rugby to ask what impact this week's weather has had on club rugby. Also marking the start of the JAB and Women's seasons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Thursday Luke catches a local rural contributor for some Farm Chat. This morning it was David Acland to ask how wet is has been out at Mt Somers Station. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Ashburton District Council Infrastructure boss Neil McCann to ask how the district's assets are holding up in the face of this heavy rain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back with us to look over some of the finalists for the Mid Canterbury Sport and Recreation Awards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Thursday Luke catches up with Granny Shirley for a natter. No surprise today it was weather focused. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Local MP and South Island Minister James Meager to ask about the official opening of the new Lauriston Solar Farm, and if he intends to get in a mai mai this opening weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Variety Theatre is bringing Mary Poppins to the Ashburton Event Centre 16-24 May. Cast members Joe Danielson and Kate Galbraith dropped by to give us an idea what we are instore for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Thapi Makgabutlane from The Metservice to ask how much rain we're instore for over the next few days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Man Liam Woods was back with his take on Ben Affleck's return to the big screen in The Accountant 2See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke catches up with sporting commentator Nisbo to look back over the weekend sporting action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GDC Wheels Week Plus is back for another action packed year. Luke caught up with organiser Pete Jacobs to touch on some of the excitement for the weekend ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor Neil Brown was back in to talk Council happenings. This week: The official opening of the Lauriston Solar Farm, whether he is worries about the increase in crime across Hampstead, and if he supports the call for a 4-year Council term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is International Dance Day! A team who are passionate about creating opportunities for our local community to get into the groove is Life Dance Academy. Luke caught up with tutors Madi and Anna to ask what they have in store for Term 2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Thursday Luke catches up with Granny Shirley. This morning we caught her frazzled by the crossover of school holidays and Easter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Thursday Luke catches up with a local producer for some Farm Chat. This morning it was Hinds dairy farmer Cole Groves with a take on the school holidays, and Greenpeace's latest attempt at water scaremongering. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each month Luke catches up with friendly local optometrist Michael Croft at Specsavers Ashburton on Cass Street. This morning he was keen to tell us about glaucoma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with registered Dietitian Cushla Holdaway who had a rather surprising take on the pending Easter indulgence...  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Thursday Luke catches up with Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury. This week she had some great options to get kids out on their bikes this school break. She also helped clear up some confusion Luke struck around the Sports Awards. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The long Easter weekend serves up some changes for local club rugby. Luke enlisted the help of Jack Miller from Mid Canterbury Rugby to help make sense of it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3DeciBelles are in town with “Whatcha Gonna Swing Tonight” - A fundraising concert for the Ashburton Event Centre NEXT THURS 24 APRIL. Tickets from the venue. Vintage vocal trio Jan-Maree, Lizzie, and Chloe promise to bring the glamour of the 1930s and 40s back to life. Being on the eve of Anzac Day, the show will also paying tribute to fallen heroes. Luke caught up with Jan-Maree to discover local links and ask what we are instore for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wellbeing Opuke, in collaboration with Ashburton Public Library, Ashburton Art Gallery, Eco Educate is offering free craft and activities sessions TODAY WED 16 APRIL. From 10am to noon at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Methven and from 1pm to 3.30pm at Mayfield Domain. Luke caught up with Valeska Scott to find out what the kids are in store for.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Wednesday Movie Man Liam Woods joins Luke to review a flick showing at the Regent Cinema. This week it was the one setting the School Holidays alight - A Minecraft Movie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sue Abel from Neighbourhood Support and Steph Poole from ACADS were in with Luke talking ways to stay safe over the Easter break. They continued with some handy reminders on how to keep our stuff secure if we're heading away.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sue Abel from Neighbourhood Support and Steph Poole from ACADS were in with Luke talking ways to stay safe over the Easter break. They started with some handy reminders for those hitting the road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashburton Car Club is back to kick off GDC Wheels Week + with the Street Sprints, powered by KFC. On SAT 26 and SUN 27 APRIL back down at Riverside Industrial Estate, from 8:30am each day. Luke caught up with Greg Cross to ask about the special guest joining them this year... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke caught up with Mt Hutt Boss JMac to ask about the change from Mt Hutt Rescue on the box, to Snow Patrol NZ. Tune in Tues nights, 7:30pm on TVNZ 1, or catch up on TVNZ on Demand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Methven Scarecrow Trail ­ is back to entertain these school holidays. Heroes and Villains theme (from children’s movies). On until SUN 27 APRIL. Pick up a map from the Methven iHub or Methven Four Square, just $15. Luke caught up with organiser Gillian Heald to ask how it all works.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each fortnight we catch up with ADC boss Hamish Riach for some Council Chat. This morning Luke was keen to know about the Easter Egg Hunt on at Ashburton Library, and how the coming public holidays will affect Council services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Wood was in to talk school holiday excitement at the EA Networks Centre, and to fill us in on the Waterski Nationals still being held in Mid Canterbury this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Monday Luke catches up with sporting commentator Grant Nisbett to review the weekend action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Ashburton RSA President Rob Aldridge was back to share how the local Poppy Day collections went, and the plan for Anzac Day services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashburton District Council has put out another edition of the What's On Guide. Pick one up from any Council facility, or download a copy from their website. It's stacked with great ideas to entertain the kids these school holidays. Luke caught up with Sarah Moseley to dive into what's on offer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter and Harper from Longbeach School rolled by the studio to talk school holiday fun and to preview the big Quiz Night coming up FRI 23 MAY. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The contentious Treaty Principles Bill has been shot down in it's second reading in Parliament. Bringing to a close a tumultuous 12 months in local politics. Someone who has been heavily involved is our local MP James Meager who Luke caught up with to reflect on the process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Usually on a Friday Luke catches sporting commentator Paul Allison to preview the weekend action. He was unavailable this week, so Jason Pine was good enough to take his spot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Friday Luke catches sporting commentator Nisbo to look over the action into the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke is ready to rumble as MC for Battle of the Alps tonight. The corporate fight night returns to Methven Memorial Hall. There's still a few last minute tickets available. Over a dozen brave locals are stepping into the ring, many for the first time. Luke discovered that Becs Dirks is a repeat offender from last year. He asked what's got her pulling the gloves on again... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Thursday Luke catches up with Granny Shirley for a natter. This morning it was international sporting events on your bucket list. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Thursday Luke catches up with a local farming contributor to get a lay of the land. This morning he spoke with Federated Farmers Mid Canterbury President David Acland at Mt Somers Station. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team from EA Networks are at Ashburton Library today helping us make sense of our power bills. Luke caught up with Jeremy Adamson to ask how this can in turn, help us save a bit of money! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each Thursday we catch up with Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury to cover off what's happening in local sport. This week Alice had a great list of school holiday options to share. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.