Ashburton is a farming district not too far south of Christchurch, known for its fly fishing and scenic landscape.

The district boats lots of small shops, galleries, and museums to explore in the town.

As a claim to fame, there are also the Ashburton Lakes to explore, some of which were filming locations for Lord of the Rings.

Ashburton District Mayor Neil Brown joins the show. 

LISTEN ABOVE. 

Ashburton is a farming district not too far south of Christchurch, known for its fly fishing and scenic landscape.
The district boats lots of small shops, galleries, and museums to explore in the town.
As a claim to fame, there are also the Ashburton Lakes to explore, some of which were filming locations for Lord of the Rings.
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LISTEN ABOVE.&nbsp;

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