Breakfast Ashburton with Luke Howden

Local commentator Jason Rickard helps preview some of the weekend sport action ahead 

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Celtic has pulled off the perfect season to become Mid Cantebury premier netball champions 2026. Luke caught coach Ange Ledley to reflect on a hard fought grand final win over a spirited Mt Somers side. 

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Alice Breading from Sport Canterbury was back to share local sport happenings 

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Granny Shirley was back to yak winter bugs 

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Broadcaster turned political candidate Paul Henry is in town tonight on the campaign trail. Luke caught up with him for some reminiscing.  

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Ashburton Intermediate is getting more Government money to put walls back up in classrooms. Principal Brent Gray joined Luke to share how the open spaces haven't been all bad. 

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Farming Families is back with a series of farmer brunches later this month. Luke caught Frances Beeston for the details. 

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Big day at the Showgrounds on Saturday with three rep sides in action, including the Hammers first home game of the Heartland season. Kenny Addison was in with details. 

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Ashburton Cadet Unit is recruiting. Luke asks Major Cezarne and Sergeant Maddie how to sign up, and about their exciting recent travels to the UK 

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Netball finals time this week! Luke caught Erin Tasker from Mid Canterbury Netball to preview the action

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