Breakfast Southland with Chitty

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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Everything you need to know about Country Day in Balclutha — a huge day of Otago Country rugby, community, and the Topp Cup showdown.

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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.

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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, it’s a personality.

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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. 

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