James Meager - Local MP

For what could be the final time this side of the election, Luke chats with local MP James Meager 

EXTENDED CHAT - Lyall Williams Mid Canterbury Aero Club

Lyall Williams shares a bit about the Mid Canterbury Aero Club, and the importance of the upcoming fundraiser featuring ex-weatherman Jim Hickey 

Solly and Sari - Children's Theatre Beauty and the Beast Jr

Mid Canterbury Children's Theatre cast members Solly and Sari stopped by to preview their big show this week at Ashburton Event Centre 

Helen Dodds - Community Dental

Luke asks Clinical Lead Helen Dodds about the wonderful Community Dental service provided across Mid Canterbury 

Hamish Riach - Council Chat

Ashburton Council CE Hamish Riach shares an update on the rail footbridge, and a fierce cats and dogs debate at the Council meeting last week 

Weekend Sport - Jason Rickard

Jason Rickard helps run the maths on the Hammers chances of securing a Meads Cup playoff spot, and also tackles drama in the league and final day singles at Presidents Cup golf 

Michael van de Elzen - Eat Well for Less NZ

Eat Well for Less is back on TV1 tonight. Luke previews the new season with celebrity chef Michael van de Elzen, and asks about his key to tackling the clean up 

Boyd Warren - NZ Blood

NZ Blood collectors are back in town this week. Luke asks team leader Boyd Warren how we can book one of the few remaining spots. 

David Mead - Bookarama

Rotary's Bookarama is also back TODAY. Luke previews the pages with convenor David Mead 

Carol Johns - Ashburton Market Day

Formally known as Boulevard Day, Ashburton Market Day is back around Baring Square East TODAY. Luke asks organiser Carol Johns who's coming along, and why this looks to the last in this location.